Senior Backend Engineer | Node.js / TypeScript | Remote First
- Build scalable cloud-native platforms using Node.js and TypeScript
- Work across modern APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
- Remote-first with Belfast & London hubs
- Salary up to £75k + strong benefits package
- Exclusive opportunity through Ocho People
The Company
Ocho People are partnered with a scaling cloud-native consultancy delivering modern engineering and digital platform solutions for enterprise clients globally.
Their engineering teams work across large-scale digital experiences, composable commerce platforms, and cloud-native systems using modern technologies and delivery practices.
The Role
This is a Senior Backend Engineering role within a highly collaborative cloud-native engineering team. You'll help design, build, and deliver scalable APIs and backend services powering modern enterprise digital platforms.
You'll work closely with frontend engineers, cloud specialists, designers, and delivery teams while contributing to architecture discussions, engineering quality, and technical best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable Node.js and TypeScript backend services
- Build RESTful and GraphQL APIs across cloud-native environments
- Contribute to distributed systems architecture and engineering decisions
- Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD and cloud deployments
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews
- Drive software quality, maintainability, and performance improvements
- Support delivery across modern AWS and Azure environments
What You'll Need
Essential
- 5+ years' commercial backend engineering experience
- Strong Node.js and TypeScript experience
- Experience building scalable APIs and microservices
- Cloud platform experience across AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Strong understanding of cloud-native engineering principles
Nice to Have
- Event-driven architecture experience
- Terraform or Infrastructure-as-Code exposure
- Experience with enterprise integrations or composable commerce platforms
Why Apply?
- Modern engineering culture with strong technical leadership
- Remote-first working with excellent flexibility
- Interesting large-scale cloud-native engineering projects
- Strong progression opportunities and training support
- EMI share options, healthcare, pension, and home-office budget
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Back-End Engineering employer: your Jared
Leidos UK & EUROPE is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where your expertise as a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect will be valued and nurtured. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement, all while working in a dynamic environment that prioritises security-driven solutions. Join us in a location that not only supports your career aspirations but also encourages a healthy work-life balance and a commitment to making a meaningful impact.
