Job Description

Role: Senior Software Engineer (Backend) xf0x9fx92xbb
Reporting into: Engineering Manager
Salary: 60-80k
Location: Hybrid
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From humble Lancashire beginnings to a multi-market $75M revenue B-Corp. Over the past 6 years in the UK we have scaled to 350M revenue with over 100,000 customers, all whilst achieving market profitability. Our goal is to give consumers a more sustainable, better way to shop by connecting high quality farm-fresh products to doorsteps within a circular supply chain, collecting the packaging we deliver.
You can find us across the UK and in the US (Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island)
Your mission xf0x9fx92xaa
Were seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in backend software development, APIs, and microservices using .NET. Youll play a key role in developing and scaling our backend infrastructure that powers both our customer facing and operations applications. If youre a passionate problem-solver who thrives on coming up with end-to-end solutions, like to own the code you write, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment, this could be the role for you.
Key responsibilities xf0x9fxa5x9b

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services, APIs, and microservices using .NET and C#.

• Optimize databases, write efficient queries, and manage MS SQL for data storage and retrieval.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features and services.

• Contribute to discussions around architecture, code quality, and continuous improvement.

• Identify and resolve complex technical issues, reducing technical debt and improving system performance.

• Participate in code reviews, promoting best practices such as CI/CD and Test-Driven Development (TDD).

• Ensure systems are secure, reliable, and optimized for performance in a cloud environment (Azure or AWS).

What youll bring xf0x9fx92xa1

• Solid experience in backend software development with .NET and C#.

• Strong experience working with MS SQL and/or Postgres databases, optimizing and managing large datasets.

• Hands-on experience developing APIs and microservices architectures.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms like Azure or AWS.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to deliver robust end-to-end solutions.

Benefits xf0x9fx8ex81

• 25 days holiday, 8 bank holidays (5 flexible ones). Plus, your birthday off too!

• EMI Share options

• Up to 6% matched company pension.

• Access to thanksBen, for a range of core & flexible benefits

• Employee discount off Modern Milkman products

• Enhanced parental leave & pay

• Life Insurance

• Cycle to work scheme & Octopus EV salary sacrifice

• In-person company events

• 3300 working from home set up

• 3300 L&D budget per annum

• 3300 Health and Well Being budget

• Endless samples of our stock Seriously, our category managers have us taste testing food and drinks all the time!

• Up to 4 weeks working abroad

• 2x volunteering days and team volunteering days

• Loads of company clubs to join, from book clubs (Page Churners), Running, cycling and swimming (Trotters and Plodders), 5 aside Football (Modern Milkman FC) and any other pun-related clubs you can think of.

Interview Process: 5 stages (incl. a task) xf0x9fx94xa2

• Initial phone call covering your CV and experience with our Ellie (People & Culture Team) - 30 mins

• Hiring manager interview with one of our Engineering Tech Leads 30 mins

• Technical Task 60 mins

• Final interview with Al, CTO 30 mins

Candidate Experience xe2xadx90xefxb8x8f Due to the high volume of applications, it might take us a little longer to get back to you. Most feedback will be shared via email, and we make every effort to provide specific and constructive insights whenever possible