Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
MarketLeap

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Develop and maintain scalable software solutions for a revolutionary e-commerce platform.
  • Company: Join MarketLeap, a well-funded startup transforming D2C selling globally.
  • Benefits: Flexible remote work, professional development budget, and free snacks.
  • Other info: Dynamic startup culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking team and shape the future of e-commerce.
  • Qualifications: Expertise in Java or JVM languages, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with complex systems.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

MarketLeap is the first complete AI-driven platform that empowers direct-to-consumer (D2C) sellers to scale effortlessly across global marketplaces. By providing a fully integrated software solution, MarketLeap helps D2C sellers focus on core business activities while simplifying operational complexities and marketplace expansion. Since launching in October 2022, MarketLeap has enabled customers to sell in over 30 countries.

We’re well‑funded and backed by top investors, and are now looking for Senior Software Engineers to grow our tech team based in London.

Skills you need to be great at this job:

  • Proven expertise in writing logical, maintainable, and scalable code in Java (or another JVM language such as Kotlin); familiarity with Quarkus or a modern JVM framework is a plus.
  • Strong problem‑solving abilities and experience working with complex algorithms and data structures.
  • Extensive experience designing and implementing large-scale, complex system architectures, and owning them end-to-end in production.
  • Insist on high standards when it comes to software quality, testing, and operational excellence.
  • Experience (or genuine interest) with AWS, distributed systems, serverless, and event-driven architectures.

What success looks like in the first 6+ months:

  • You took ownership of a product domain and became the go‑to technical owner for it.
  • You delivered high-quality, production‑grade features and drove at least one major project from conception to delivery.
  • You raised the bar on our engineering practices – code review, testing, and observability.
  • You showed that you care about what we build and the future of our group, making decisions and owning the outcomes.

Benefits:

  • Innovative Work: Be a key player in building the world’s first fully integrated e‑commerce platform, revolutionizing how D2C brands operate across global marketplaces.
  • Growth Opportunities: Accelerate your career with increased responsibilities and leadership roles in a rapidly growing startup.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexibility with remote work options and a relaxed work environment in London.
  • Great setup: GBP 500/year budget for online courses, books, and conferences.
  • Free snacks and drinks.
  • Headspace account for mindfulness.

Senior Software Engineer employer: MarketLeap

At MarketLeap, we pride ourselves on being an innovative employer that empowers our team to shape the future of e-commerce. Located in the vibrant city of London, we offer a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration, alongside generous benefits such as a GBP 500 annual budget for professional development and flexible remote work options. Join us to accelerate your career in a rapidly growing startup where your contributions truly matter and you can thrive both personally and professionally.

MarketLeap

Contact Details:

MarketLeap Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Software Engineer

Java
Kotlin
Quarkus
Problem-Solving Skills
Complex Algorithms
Data Structures
System Architecture Design