Negotiable
Outside
Hybrid
London
Summary: Our client is seeking a Senior Backend JavaScript Developer to join their innovative technology business, focusing on solving complex problems and building scalable systems. This role involves shaping the Back End architecture and delivering high-quality code in a collaborative, agile environment. The position is remote with bi-weekly office visits in London. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in backend development and mentoring others.
Key Responsibilities:
- Shape the Back End architecture and deliver high-quality code.
- Mentor junior developers and collaborate within an agile team.
- Build scalable systems to support global business expansion.
- Work with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architecture.
- Ensure platform performance at scale.
Key Skills:
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with proven Back End development experience.
- Hands-on expertise with Node.js and related frameworks.
- Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architecture.
- Solid knowledge of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Previous experience in a senior or lead role is highly desirable.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Senior Backend JavaScript Developer
Outisde IR35
Remote and once in the London office every 2 weeks
Our client, an innovative and forward-thinking technology business, is looking for a Senior Backend JavaScript Developer to join their growing engineering team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned developer who thrives on solving complex problems, building scalable systems, and mentoring others in a collaborative, agile environment.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the Back End architecture, delivering high-quality code, and ensuring the platform continues to perform at scale as the business expands globally.
Key skills
Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with proven Back End development experience.
Hands-on expertise with Node.js and related frameworks.
Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architecture.
Solid knowledge of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL).
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
Understanding o f CI/CD pipelines and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
Previous experience in a senior or lead role is highly desirable.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.