Senior Backend Engineer (Contract) | NodeJS, Typescript, Docker, Terraform/AWS | Start-up - Social media, AI | £500pd Outside, 6-month contract | London, Hybrid (2 days per week ideally)

Summary: The role of Senior Backend Engineer involves joining an early-stage AI social media start-up in London, focusing on building and scaling backend systems and APIs. The position requires collaboration with a small team and ownership of infrastructure and performance, with a strong emphasis on fast release cycles. Candidates should have significant experience in backend engineering and managing infrastructure. This contract role offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and scale backend systems and APIs that enhance product experience.
• Collaborate closely with the iOS team to deliver customer-focused features.
• Manage infrastructure using Terraform and CI/CD pipelines.
• Take ownership of performance and infrastructure on projects end-to-end.
• Work within a close-knit team of backend engineers.

Key Skills:

• 5+ years of commercial experience as a Backend Engineer.
• Proficiency in NodeJS (express), TypeScript, Docker, Terraform, and AWS.
• Experience with Postgres and B2C exposure.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in explaining technical concepts.
• Expertise in systems design and architecture.

Salary (Rate): 500

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT