Backend Engineer - Platform Developer Experience

Requirements

• You have experience with backend development, including coding, testing, and debugging
• You are comfortable working with languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js
• You understand the fundamentals of software engineering practices such as version control, automated testing, and continuous integration
• You care about user experience and understand how backend systems impact end users
• You are curious and eager to learn new technologies, including AI-powered development tools
• You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with teammates across disciplines

Nice to Haves

• Bonus points if you’ve contributed to open-source projects or built personal projects that demonstrate your interest in backend or platform engineering

What You'll Be Doing

• Be a valued member of a collaborative, multi-functional team
• Develop and maintain backend features using Java, Python, and Node.js with support from more senior engineers
• Learn to leverage AI tools such as Claude Code and the Agent SDK to improve development workflows
• Contribute to the reliability and maintainability of services owned by your team
• Participate in operational support for team-owned services, learning how to troubleshoot and resolve production issues
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineering teams to deliver thoughtful and scalable solutions
• Contribute to sound engineering practices such as code reviews, testing, and continuous integration
• Grow your technical skills in an environment that supports your development

Where You'll Be

• This role is based in London
• We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in-person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home