Backend Software Engineer — Careers
About this role
← Back to Careers Backend Software Engineer £75K – £104K • 0.05% – 0.1% Equity Europe , Full Time Northflank is a cutting-edge cloud platform enabling developers to build and ship highly scalable, full-stack applications faster than ever before. We are a venture-backed company, and our platform is used by tens of thousands of developers worldwide in production. We are currently looking for a backend software engineer to join our team of passionate, dedicated professionals. As a backend software engineer at Northflank, you will play a crucial role in building core technology and contributing to the platform's stability, performance, and product roadmap. This position is remote. Timezone: Working hours aligned with UTC ± 2 hours Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable backend systems and APIs Optimize database performance and data structures Develop and maintain microservices architecture Ensure high availability and fault tolerance of our systems Collaborate with front-end developers and DevOps teams Participate in code reviews and technical discussions Requirements: 3+ years of experience in backend development Proficiency in languages such as Go, Python, or Node.js Strong knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL) Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience with distributed systems and message queues Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools Contributions to open-source projects We offer a competitive salary, equity, and benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing startup at the forefront of the cloud-native revolution. If you are passionate about infrastructure software and want to join a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Compensation The compensation for this role will depend on a number of factors including but not limited to: skill set, experience, training, and location. The salary range is between £45k-£100k. Diversity Statement At Northflank, we are committed to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and supported, regardless of their background or identity. We are dedicated to providing equal treatment and opportunity throughout hiring, selection, and employment regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected category. Northflank is an equal opportunity employer.
What this role is, and what else it is called
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About hiring at Northflank
Northflank has 1 other live technology role on its careers page. We have been observing Northflank hiring technology staff since May 2026. See all Northflank roles, salaries and stack.
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