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Senior software engineer (Back-end)

Octopus-owned embedded investment platform helping more people to invest, B-Corp certified company transforming the investment industry.
London, UKEdinburgh, UKBath, UK
$75,000 - $90,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior software engineer (Back-end)

Seccl, an Octopus-owned B-Corp certified company, is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their mission of transforming the investment industry. This role offers a competitive salary range of £75,000-£90,000 and combines technical excellence with meaningful impact.

The position involves working with modern technologies including TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS serverless architecture, building scalable solutions for their investment platform. As a senior engineer, you'll be part of a structured engineering organization divided into four tribes: Custody, Accounts, Customer Enablement, and Cloud.

The role demands strong technical expertise in backend development, API design, and distributed systems. You'll work in a build-and-run model where engineers have both autonomy and accountability. The tech stack includes AWS services (Lambda, SQS, EventBridge), MongoDB, and modern DevOps practices using GitHub actions and Terraform.

What makes this opportunity special is the combination of technical challenges and business impact. You'll be working on systems that help more people access and manage investments effectively. The company offers an impressive benefits package including flexible working arrangements, comprehensive healthcare, learning budgets, and unique perks like working abroad options.

The culture emphasizes never settling, taking ownership, and being generous & candid. As a senior team member, you'll mentor junior engineers while contributing to technical decisions that shape the platform's future. The hybrid working model offers flexibility with offices in London, Edinburgh, and Bath.

This role is perfect for experienced backend engineers who want to apply their skills in a fintech environment while enjoying the stability and growth opportunities of being part of the larger Octopus group. The company's B-Corp certification demonstrates their commitment to making a positive impact beyond just business success.

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Responsibilities For Senior software engineer (Back-end)

  • Design, build and operate reliable and scalable software solutions
  • Work collaboratively in a domain aligned cross-functional squad
  • Design, implement and operate services within your domain
  • Be accountable for the SLAs of products and iterative improvements
  • Maintain and extend documentation for services
  • Provide guidance and mentorship for more junior engineers
  • Communicate with non-technical colleagues about the Seccl system

Requirements For Senior software engineer (Back-end)

TypeScript
Node.js
MongoDB
  • Experience in a strongly/statically typed language
  • Strong understanding of designing, building, and running high-quality APIs
  • Experience working with cloud providers (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Experience with distributed systems and debugging through tracing
  • Willing to be on-call for services
  • Ability to understand business requirements and create efficient solutions

Benefits For Senior software engineer (Back-end)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • 27 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday day off
  • 6% employer pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance with AXA Health
  • Enhanced Parental leave
  • MacBook and up to £500 home office setup budget
  • £750 per person learning budget
  • Option to work abroad for up to six weeks a year
  • Mental health support via Headspace
  • Free therapy via Wellness Cloud
  • Two volunteering days per year
  • Length of service award - one month paid sabbatical at eight years

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