Senior Backend Software Engineer - Cloud-Native Platform | Up to £85,000 | Hybrid (Nottinghamshire HQ) I’m delighted to be once again recruiting on behalf of my technology-led client that’s building a modern, cloud-native platform from the ground up. They’re looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a high-performing team focused on delivering scalable, secure, and high-quality services using the latest tools and engineering practices. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working in a microservices environment, and contributing to architectural decisions. The team values clean code, automation, and continuous improvement-and they’re looking for someone who shares that mindset. Key responsibilities as the Senior Back-End Software Engineer are: Design and develop backend services using Node.js and TypeScript, deployed in a cloud-native environment. Build and maintain GraphQL and REST APIs to support a range of digital products and integrations. Collaborate with architects, product managers, and other engineers to shape scalable technical solutions. Integrate with third-party platforms and services, including content systems, payment providers, and internal tools. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and DevOps practices. Promote engineering best practices across testing, documentation, and code quality. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas to the team. Skills & Experience needed: Essential: Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript Proven background in microservices architecture Solid understanding of GraphQL and RESTful API design Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases Familiarity with CI/CD, automated testing, and modern development workflowsDesirable: Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) Exposure to event-driven architecture and messaging systems Containerization and orchestration experience (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Package & Working Model Salary: Up to £85,000 Hybrid working: 3 days per week onsite in Nottinghamshire HQ Flexible hours and collaborative team culture Opportunity to work on a greenfield platform using modern technologiesIf you’re a senior engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a tech-first environment, I’d love to speak with you. Drop me a message for a confidential chat or to learn more about the team and the opportunity. Studies suggest that women tend not to apply for a job if their CV isn’t a perfect fit. Here, talent takes precedence over experience. So, if you like the role and think you could be awesome at it in time, go ahead and apply

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Junior Full-Stack Software Engineer (React / TypeScript)

💰 £35k - £55k DOE

📍 Hybrid – London or Remote (UK)

We’re working with a high-growth SaaS startup that’s scaling fast and looking for a Junior Full-Stack Engineer to join their product team.

This is a chance to work in an environment where ideas move quickly, code ships daily, and your work directly impacts thousands of users. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, product designers, and founders who care deeply about great code, great culture, and building something that genuinely changes how people work.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain modern, responsive web applications using React + TypeScript.
• Work on Node.js microservices and contribute to scalable backend APIs.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to turn concepts into working features.
• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code across the full stack.
• Participate in code reviews, sprints, and product demos in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Get hands-on exposure to AWS, Docker, GraphQL, and CI/CD pipelines.

What You’ll Bring

• 1+ year of experience (commercial or project-based) with React and TypeScript.
• Basic understanding of Node.js and MongoDB.
• Passion for building products end-to-end and learning modern frameworks.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a startup mindset — you enjoy solving real problems with real code.
• A collaborative, team-first attitude and eagerness to learn from senior engineers.

Why It’s a Great Move

🚀 Work directly with founders and engineers shaping the next big product in their industry.

🧠 Access to mentorship, code reviews, and a clear growth pathway.

🏡 Flexible hybrid working (office HQ in Newcastle, remote welcome).

📚 Personal development budget and the latest dev tools.

❤️ Culture built on trust, ownership, and speed — no bureaucracy, just great engineering.

If you’re a hands-on developer ready to learn fast, ship fast, and grow with a company that’s going places, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now and join one of the UK’s most exciting early-stage tech teams.