Mid or Senior Software Engineer (Backend‑leaning)
Mostly remote | Bristol (1 day a week ideally)
I'm working with a down‑to‑earth, product‑led company that gives its engineers real autonomy, not just to ship code but to shape how the platform is built.
I'm looking to speak with experienced engineers who have a strong focus on clean code, testability, and engineering best practice.
This is not a 'ticket‑factory' role – you'll be trusted to make technical decisions, improve the platform, and influence how things are done.
The role
You'll be hands‑on across the backend, helping to rewrite and modernise a legacy PHP platform into a TypeScript‑based, Node.js, service‑driven architecture. You'll also play a key part in setting engineering standards and supporting more junior developers.
You should be someone who knows what good looks like – in code, architecture, testing, and delivery – and can communicate that clearly to others.
What Really Matters
Must‑have
* Strong TypeScript experience (this is the core language)
* Backend‑leaning mindset (APIs, services, data, not just UI)
* Test‑Driven Development (TDD) or strong automated testing discipline
* A solid understanding of engineering best practice (clean code, separation of concerns, maintainability, scalability)
Nice to have
* Node.js
* AWS, MongoDB, or modern cloud‑native platforms
* GitHub, CI/CD
* Experience with PHP or modernising legacy systems
* Data‑heavy, time‑series, or IoT‑style platforms
This is a true greenfield rebuild backed by real investment. You get the pace and impact of a start‑up, but with stability, runway, and leadership that cares about doing things properly.
For a more in-depth conversation – apply online and your profile will be reviewed within 24 hours.
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