Senior Backend Engineer — Java, Remote/Hybrid, High Impact

Methodfi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational technology platform in the UK is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to design and build backend services in Java. You will maintain existing PHP systems and work within a culture that encourages engineering excellence. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of commercial experience and a strong understanding of backend engineering principles. This role offers a hybrid or remote work environment with a highly competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Bonus upside

Collaborative, supportive culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years commercial experience as a Software Engineer.
• Experience with Java or another strongly typed language.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building backend services in Java.
• Maintaining and improving existing PHP systems.
• Modelling domains and defining boundaries.

Skills

Strong backend engineering experience

Engineering fundamentals over frameworks

DDD fluency

Value-driven mindset

Operational maturity

Modern engineering practices

Clear, thoughtful communication

T-shaped mindset

Tools

Java

PHP

AWS

Job description

A leading educational technology platform in the UK is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to design and build backend services in Java. You will maintain existing PHP systems and work within a culture that encourages engineering excellence. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of commercial experience and a strong understanding of backend engineering principles. This role offers a hybrid or remote work environment with a highly competitive compensation package.