Backend Engineer (Go/Python) – Build Scalable Web Services

Gcaaltium; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics design company in Cambridge is seeking a Backend Engineer to design and maintain scalable web services. This role involves collaboration across teams to integrate systems and develop new product features. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in web service development, particularly with Go or Python. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required, and the position offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Private health insurance including dental coverage

Pension scheme with company match up to 9%

Mental health and wellbeing support

Professional development support

28 days’ holiday + public holidays

Free lunch, snacks, and drinks in the office

Hybrid schedule

Electric car charging stations

Qualifications

• Proven experience of at least 5+ years in web service development.
• Concrete experience with Go or Python.
• Understanding of software architecture principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web services.
• Integrate web services with other systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration.

Skills

Backend development

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Go

Python

MySQL

AWS

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading electronics design company in Cambridge is seeking a Backend Engineer to design and maintain scalable web services. This role involves collaboration across teams to integrate systems and develop new product features. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in web service development, particularly with Go or Python. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required, and the position offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.