Backend Software Engineer at Omaze
Join our growing team as a Backend Software Engineer to help build innovative social good platforms that empower nonprofits worldwide.
* Reports to: VP of Technology
* Team: Technology
* Location: Holborn, London
* Office Policy: 3 days on site, 2 days remote per week
* Contract Type: Permanent, full‑time
Who We Are
Omaze is an entertainment company with a social purpose. Launched in the US in 2012, we crossed the pond to the UK in 2020 and have raised over £40,000,000 for UK charities such as Teenage Cancer Trust, British Heart Foundation, Marie Curie, Alzheimer’s Research UK, the RSPCA, and many others.
Why You’ll Love Working At Omaze
* Growth: one of the fastest‑growing companies in the world.
* Impact: a dedicated team creating a ripple effect of good.
* Pioneering: be part of something new and unique.
* Culture: we work hard, grow together, and spread joy along the way.
About The Job
You will build next‑generation social good platforms, focusing on code quality, craftsmanship, and delivering value to customers. You’ll translate ideas into implementable work units, collaborate with technical and non‑technical audiences, mentor peers, and uphold a culture of diversity and inclusion.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Collaborate with a close‑knit engineering team building social good platforms.
* Write and test code and infrastructure that powers the application.
* Work closely with teammates to ensure design and implementation meet product needs.
* Help architect, design, and implement reusable, well‑tested software components.
* Proactively review peers’ code and provide constructive feedback.
* Collaborate with other engineers and subject‑matter experts to make sound architectural decisions.
* Follow code standards and best practices for your platform.
* Work with Product Owners and UX Designers to ensure complete and proper implementation.
* Ensure the performance, security, integrity, and resilience of the application.
About You
* 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
* Experience with Node.js, TypeScript, DynamoDB, AWS Lambda, and AWS API Gateway.
* Experience building event‑driven applications.
* Experience delivering major features and systems from concept to launch.
* Experience with unit and integration testing.
* Comfortable in environments with regulatory, compliance, and risk‑based security requirements.
* Effective communicator across technical and non‑technical teams.
* Mentorship mindset that supports collaboration and inclusion.
* Passionate about sharing knowledge and eager to learn.
* Upbeat, resilient, and willing to learn from failure.
What’s In It For You
* Generous stock‑options scheme.
* Private medical and dental insurance.
* 9% employer pension contributions (when you contribute at least 2%).
* £1,200 annual learning and development budget.
* Personal equipment budget for remote work.
* Enhanced family leave policies.
* Life assurance of 4× your salary.
Our Hiring Process
* Screening call with a Talent Lead.
* First‑stage interview with the Hiring Manager.
* On‑site second‑stage interview with key stakeholders.
* Final‑stage interview with an Executive.
On average, our hiring process takes 2‑3 weeks after your initial screening call. We hire on a rolling basis and will close the role once we have enough applications or when a suitable candidate is found.
Questions? Contact us at talent@omaze.com.
Remuneration & Benefits
* Competitive salary (contact for details).
* Standard benefits package as outlined above.
Senior Level & Employment Type
Mid‑Senior level, Permanent, Full‑time.
Job Function
Technology, Information and Internet, Online Audio and Video Media, Software Development.
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