Backend Engineer

Role Overview

Join one of our agile product teams as a Senior Back‑End Software Engineer working with Kotlin or Java. You will build and support new features that add value for our business, shape new projects, mentor less experienced engineers, and may have the opportunity to become a people manager.

Responsibilities

• Build and support new backend features.
• Shape new projects and influence technical direction.
• Provide professional development for junior engineers.
• Leverage experience with Kotlin or Java to deliver high‑quality software.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Kotlin or Java.
• Experience with application frameworks such as http4k or Spring Boot.
• Understanding of Agile methods (Scrum or Kanban).
• Knowledge of TDD, pair programming, and testing tools (JUnit, JMeter, Cucumber, Snyk).
• Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines.
• Familiarity with microservices and event‑driven architectures.
• REST API development and/or consumption.
• Structured approach to systems analysis and development.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitLab CI.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected Salary: £52,000 – £74,000 (dependent on experience).
• Permanent contract.
• Night Premium: £5.25 per hour for shifts 22:00‑06:00.
• Hybrid working – primarily from home with occasional office visits.
• Generous holiday provision, increasing over time.
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance.
• Partner discounts: 25% at John Lewis, 20% at Waitrose (post‑90‑day Earning Membership).
• Leisure learning: up to £200 for paid tutored courses.
• Access to clubs and societies, community events, and other perks.

Location

London Central Office – 1 Drummond Gate, London, SW1V 2QQ. Some work from home is available.

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