At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and maintain secure backend services while analysing data for impactful insights.
- Company: Forward-thinking green tech company working with FTSE100 clients.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, pension, and flexible work arrangements.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for innovation and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team making a real difference in energy and ESG solutions.
- Qualifications: Experience in backend development with SQL and Python or PHP.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are pleased to represent a forward-thinking green tech ESG practice, collaborating with FTSE100 clients to deliver Energy & ESG as a Service. We are seeking an experienced Back End Developer & Data Analyst. The solutions empower organizations to measure and optimize emissions, consumption, and spend, using cutting-edge software and data-driven insights. The company is based in Manchester, with an office in central Manchester. The role is split 70% back-end development and 30% data analysis. Location: Manchester. Travel to the office once a week. Language requirement: fluency in English.
The Opportunity
You will join the Technology & Data Sciences Teams, offering flexible, fast-paced work and the chance to collaborate with passionate visionaries. You'll work closely with IT, Data Science, Energy Markets, Infrastructure, and Procurement teams, supporting software development and operational data processing while exceeding client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain reliable, secure, and maintainable backend services (REST APIs, integrations, internal services)
- Work with SQL Server and MySQL databases, optimizing queries and improving schema design
- Develop data-informed backend features: event tracking, audit logs, analytics-ready structures, and robust reporting endpoints
- Write high-quality, well-tested code with clear documentation
- Support monthly reporting processes, including data imports, client liaison, and issue resolution
- Enhance observability (logging, metrics, tracing) and support incident response
- Drive improvements in working practices and contribute to agile planning, innovation, and sprints
What We’re Looking For
- Commercial experience building backend applications using transactional SQL and Python or PHP
- Solid software engineering fundamentals (clean code, SOLID principles, pragmatic design patterns)
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and GIT
- Advanced SQL skills, including query optimization and data modeling (time series, regression)
- Familiarity with analytics concepts, data quality checks, and reporting
- Experience with Excel and Power BI
- Security-aware engineering mindset and experience with observability and production support
- Bonus: Experience with event streaming (Kafka, MQTT), cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), infrastructure as code, regulated environments, or blockchain integration
What Success Looks Like
- Confidently running and delivering monthly reports to clients
- Deep understanding of the company’s domain, data flows, and service architecture
- Delivering meaningful backend improvements and strengthening quality through testing, monitoring, and documentation
Compensation and Benefits
The client offers a competitive annual salary, pension, private healthcare, enhanced maternity leave, and holidays. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Back End Developer in Manchester employer: Spotted Recruitment
Join a pioneering green tech ESG practice in Manchester, where innovation meets sustainability. As a Backend Engineer & Data Analyst, you'll thrive in a collaborative work culture that values your contributions and offers ample opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid working model, competitive remuneration, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector.
