Job Description

The role


We're looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Research and Trade DX team in London.


Sitting within the Basecamp Technology group and providing specialised engineering capabilities and scalable components to our Research and Trade Technology groups, this is an impactful role that will require you to design, build and operate scalable solutions that enhance the developer experience across our entire organisation.


You will play a key role in defining and implementing the team's technical direction, working in close collaboration with engineering teams across the organisation to build out our best-in-class tooling. You'll own features end-to-end, raise the bar for code quality and shorten idea-to-production cycles.


Key responsibilities of the role include:

Creating intuitive web experiences by building and evolving Backstage plugins and other React applications Designing and operating scalable TypeScript and Node.js back-end services on Linux and K8s Embedding unit, integration and end-to-end tests and managing automated CI/CD pipelines, using GitHub, Jenkins and Argo CD Taking full operational responsibility for the components you create, including on-call participation and post-incident reviews Mentoring junior engineers, sharing knowledge through code reviews and tech talks, and fostering continuous learning within the team

Identifying workflow friction, prototyping solutions quickly and iterating with stakeholders across the organisation.


Who are we looking for?


The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Proven production experience delivering end-to-end systems with React, TypeScript and Node.js Practical knowledge of Backstage, including plugin development, software catalogue and TechDocs Ability to design highly available distributed architectures with clear scalability, resilience and cost considerations Familiarity with Kubernetes, Terraform and observability stacks Experience integrating and securing services on a major public cloud provider Self-directed and confident in leading architecture discussions or small technical initiatives Clear, concise written communication and the habit of producing design docs and RFCs that influence cross-team decisions Enthusiasm for developer experience with a focus on measurable productivity uplift History of mentoring junior engineers and cultivating an inclusive, high-trust culture

Why should you apply?

Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar 30 days' annual leave 9% company pension contributions Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance Cycle-to-work scheme * Monthly company events