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Senior Backend Engineer (Java) | Up to £70k | Remote | E-Commerce

We’re currently working with an international e-commerce brand as they look to recruit a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Tech Team. In this role, you will shape high-quality solutions, mentor others, and play a key part in moving their product forward. You will be central to designing scalable systems, championing best practices, and collaborating closely with product managers and stakeholders in a truly agile environment.

If you want to build impactful technology while being part of a global team that values curiosity, creativity, and growth, this could be the place for you.

What you’ll do

• Deliver robust, secure, and scalable backend solutions using Java and open-source technologies
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to shape roadmaps and define solutions that deliver real value
• Provide accurate estimates, validate team estimates, and keep projects on track
• Guide and mentor developers, fostering collaboration and continuous learning
• Support the Tech Lead, ensuring quality across functional, performance, and security requirements
• Step in as Tech Lead when needed, supporting planning, team discussions, and project delivery

What you’ll bring

• 5+ years’ experience in server-side development with Java, Spring, and related open-source tools
• Deep expertise in: Java 21+, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, SQL, Git, Maven, AWS
• Strong knowledge of cloud design, scalability, performance, and security best practices
• Familiarity with tools like RX Java, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Terraform
• Solid grasp of design patterns, web security, and modern development practices
• Proven ability to learn fast, solve complex problems, and share knowledge across a team
• Passion for building technology that makes a real impact

What’s in it for you

• Salary of up to £70k plus annual bonus
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy or sell)
• Remote working with preference for candidates commutable to Norwich or London offices
• Flexibility to work compressed hours
• Annual allowance to spend on our product (for research, of course)
• Access to wellbeing resources including Headspace
• Enhanced parental leave and honeymoon leave
• Thoughtful perks and surprise gifts throughout the year

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Retail

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