Senior Backend Engineer (Remote) - UK

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, building production systems that scale effectively — you've taken ownership of services from design through deployment and have navigated the complexities of debugging distributed systems. Your expertise in Kotlin and PostgreSQL allows you to create robust microservices that meet business needs, and you are comfortable working with legacy systems like Ruby on Rails. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with product managers and designers to deliver impactful solutions. Mentoring junior engineers is something you enjoy, as you believe in fostering growth within your team. You are always eager to learn and explore new technologies that can enhance your work and the overall engineering strategy.

Desirable

Experience with CI/CD tools like CircleCI and Spinnaker is a plus, as you understand the importance of deploying and iterating quickly based on user feedback. Familiarity with frontend technologies such as React will help you collaborate effectively with your cross-functional team. You appreciate a high-performance environment and are motivated by the challenge of solving real problems through code.

What you'll do

In this role, you will design technical solutions that align with AlphaSights' architectural vision, contributing to the development of a leading research platform. You will ship working code frequently, ensuring that your contributions directly impact both internal and external customers. Your responsibilities will include defining best practices for service development, conducting code reviews, and ensuring that the services managed by your team are reliable and scalable. You will also participate in discussions about new technologies that could improve the engineering stack, helping to keep AlphaSights at the forefront of innovation.

You will work closely with product managers and designers to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Your role will involve deploying applications and gathering user feedback to inform future iterations, ensuring that the solutions you build are effective and user-friendly. You will also have the opportunity to utilize the learning and development budget to enhance your skills and advance your career.

What we offer

AlphaSights provides a supportive environment where you can grow your technical skills while working on market-leading technology. You will be part of a high-achieving team that values collaboration and innovation. The company encourages you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as they believe diverse perspectives lead to better problem-solving. While specific salary details were not mentioned, you can expect competitive compensation and benefits that reflect your expertise and contributions to the team.