Senior Backend Engineer Contractor (Java, Python, Rust + Ruby nice-to-have) | Fully Remote / EU-Based | Rate £550-650pd, Outside IR35 | 12-months Contract Length

Summary: The Senior Backend Engineer Contractor role requires expertise in Java and Python, with additional experience in Rust and Ruby being advantageous. This fully remote position supports a global client and involves designing and building scalable backend services. The contractor will collaborate with product and platform teams to enhance critical infrastructure and optimize performance. The engagement is structured as a 12-month contract, classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and building robust backend services across Java, Python, and Rust-based systems
• Collaborating with product and platform teams to scale critical infrastructure
• Contributing to performance optimisation, secure coding, and clean architecture decisions
• Bringing in best practices across multiple programming paradigms and languages
• Supporting legacy Ruby codebases or integrations where needed

Key Skills:

• Senior-level backend experience with both Java and Python in production systems
• Proven work with Rust (production experience strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with Ruby or willingness to support legacy pieces if required
• Strong grasp of APIs, cloud-native systems, and scalable architecture
• Freelance mindset: able to hit the ground running, communicate clearly, and add value fast

Salary (Rate): 650

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT