At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of a global mobility platform using advanced technologies.
- Company: Join a pioneering tech company transforming physical spaces with AI and automation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic Manchester office with a collaborative culture and excellent career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative projects that enhance everyday experiences.
- Qualifications: Expertise in backend systems, distributed architecture, and modern engineering practices.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Numi has partnered with a pioneering technology company transforming physical spaces through advanced AI and automation—turning mundane repetition into seamless, magical experiences. To power their next phase of global growth, they are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join their core e-commerce and pre-book mobility platform team. In this role, you will hold a master-level understanding of distributed systems and directly influence the technical strategy of a high-volume global platform.
You will navigate both organizational and technical complexities, keeping the engineering team ahead of the curve as they scale worldwide. Operating from a modern Manchester office, you will serve as a vital collaborator to engineering managers, elevating team performance and driving high-impact initiatives from inception to delivery.
What You'll Be Doing
- As a technical leader, you will bridge the gap between long-term strategic vision and high-performance engineering execution.
- You will champion engineering craft across the organization, mentoring senior talent and collaborating closely with cross-functional leadership to ensure high-quality architectural choices.
- Drive the technical direction, architecture, and strategy of backend services powering a global mobility platform.
- Eliminate systemic engineering bottlenecks, ensuring distributed systems remain highly available, secure, and resilient under massive global traffic.
- Lead complex initiatives from initial inception through technical specification to global delivery.
- Define engineering standards across the organization, beautifully balancing technical excellence with business requirements.
- Moderate critical technical discussions and partner directly with global leaders to build seamless API integrations.
- Provide expert guidance and mentorship to senior engineers, fostering a blameless, growth-oriented culture.
- Scale the engineering ecosystem by actively participating in leadership recruiting efforts for senior talent.
What They're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a visionary builder with a product-oriented mindset and a deep-seeded curiosity for modern engineering practices. You excel at translating complex technical architecture into clear, actionable strategy for stakeholders across the entire business.
Essential Capabilities
- Backend Ecosystem Expertise: Advanced, expert-level knowledge of Scala, Java, or related JVM languages.
- Distributed Systems Mastery: A proven track record of designing and delivering large-scale microservices in high-volume environments.
- Architectural Fluency: Event-driven architecture experience, alongside deep knowledge of modern software design patterns and highly available systems.
- Production Datastores: Strong hands-on experience with foundational technologies like MySQL and PostgreSQL.
- Agile & DevOps Fluency: Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, TDD/BDD, automated workflows, and rapid deployment cycles.
- Core Fundamentals: Strong computer science skills, backed by an educational foundation or equivalent deep professional expertise.
Nice to Have
- Experience with container technologies and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) techniques.
- Deep domain knowledge working with complex third-party API integrations or e-commerce platforms.
- Familiarity with the wider ecosystem: TypeScript, React, Snowflake, AWS, Git, GitHub, Copilot, or Datadog.
- Curiosity for emerging AI technologies to enhance developer productivity or consumer experiences.
Staff Software Engineer in Manchester employer: numi
Numi is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Manchester where innovation meets collaboration. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will not only influence the technical strategy of a high-volume global platform but also enjoy ample opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within a culture that values creativity and excellence. With a focus on transforming physical spaces through cutting-edge AI and automation, Numi empowers its employees to drive impactful initiatives while fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
