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Senior Backend Engineer

A London-based inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand creating authentic, distinctive designs for over fifty years.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
501 - 1,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
E-Commerce · Consumer

Description For Senior Backend Engineer

Kurt Geiger is a prestigious London-based footwear and accessories brand with over fifty years of heritage in creating distinctive designs. They are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their product development team, focusing on e-commerce projects. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work with modern technologies including Node.js, TypeScript, Mulesoft, and AWS.

The position is perfect for a seasoned backend engineer who wants to work with a diverse tech stack in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You'll be responsible for developing microservices, creating APIs, and working with cloud technologies while following best practices in software development. The role involves both independent work and collaboration through pair programming and code reviews.

The company offers an attractive work environment with a strong focus on work-life balance, including summer hours and monthly half-day Fridays. The tech stack is modern and diverse, including NodeJS, TypeScript, React, GraphQL, AWS, Mulesoft, PHP, and Snowflake. The role is hybrid-based in London, allowing for flexibility while maintaining team collaboration.

Kurt Geiger has a strong presence with over 70 stand-alone stores nationwide and 400 stores globally. They pride themselves on their inclusive culture that embraces progress and innovation. The company offers competitive benefits, including pension, life assurance, and various discounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make an impact in a retail technology environment while working with cutting-edge technologies.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Develop microservices using AWS Lambda and Typescript
  • Contribute towards the development of API's in Mulesoft
  • Work on cutting edge AWS services
  • Use tools to log and monitor application performance
  • Use Snowflake to analyse and query data
  • Participate in pair programming and code reviews
  • Use CI/CD and create automated pipelines for application deployment
  • Develop software following DDD+BDD practices in an Agile Kanban environment
  • Develop performant and scalable applications

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

TypeScript
Node.js
PHP
  • Solid software engineering experience
  • Background in developing node.js applications using JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Experience in writing high quality PHP code following TDD principles
  • Understanding of Rest API's
  • Knowledge of AWS or other cloud technologies
  • Understanding of software design patterns
  • Experience with Mulesoft or REST API development
  • Good understanding of Agile Project Management

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Competitive basic salary
  • Pension and life assurance
  • Enviable discounts
  • Gym Discounts
  • Summer Hours - 3pm Friday finish
  • Half Day, Pay Day Friday (once per month)
  • RetailTrust support

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