Senior Backend Engineer Contractor (Java / Ruby focused) | Fully Remote / EU-Based | Rate £550-650pd, Outside IR35 | 12-months Contract Length
We're supporting a fast-moving client at huge global scale, that is in need of a Senior Backend Contractor with deep experience across Java and Ruby. This is a high-impact freelance role within a tech-driven established team - building scalable systems in a modern backend environment.
What You'll Be Doing as a Senior Backend Engineer Contractor (Java / Ruby focused) | Fully Remote / EU-Based | Rate £550-650pd | Outside IR35 :
Designing and building robust backend services across Java, Python, and Rust-based systems
Contributing to performance optimisation, secure coding, and clean architecture decisions
Bringing in best practices across multiple programming paradigms and languages
Ideally, supporting legacy Ruby codebases or integrations where needed
Core Skills for the Senior Backend Engineer Contractor (Java / Ruby focused) | Fully Remote / EU-Based | Rate £550-650pd | Outside IR35 :
Senior-level backend experience with both Java and Python in production systems
Familiarity with Ruby or willingness to support legacy pieces if required
Freelance mindset: able to hit the ground running, communicate clearly, and add value fast
Details for the Senior Backend Engineer Contractor (Java / Ruby focused) | Fully Remote / EU-Based | Rate £550-650pd | Outside IR35
Contract : LTD company (UK) / B2B
Location : Remote (must be EU-based for legal/timezone reasons)
Duration : Long-term engagement potential
Start : ASAP
If interested in this Senior Backend Engineer Contractor (Java / Ruby focused) | Fully Remote / EU-Based | Rate £550-650pd | Outside IR35, please apply here and we will contact you if it's a good match! :)