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Senior Software Engineer
Manchester / Hybrid · Up to £75,000 DOE
Tech: TypeScript | Node.js | Python | Azure
Are you a commercially minded engineer who thrives on building robust backend systems and doesn’t mind getting hands-on with the frontend when needed?
Interested in AI? Thought about working for a startup that's ahead of the curve? Want to grow with a platform over the long term?
You'll be the first official engineering hire, playing a pivotal role in shaping the tech team and direction. This is a unique opportunity to lead from the front, with a clear roadmap toward a future CTO role.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Leading backend development using TypeScript JavaScript (Node.js) and Python (for ML components)
- Supporting frontend improvements and working closely with UI/UX teams
- Driving innovation while delivering pragmatic, value-led solutions
- Helping shape the future of the platform from a technical and architectural perspective
- Working in a cloud-first environment (Azure but open to change such as AWS)
What They’re Looking For:
- Strong backend engineering experience (ideally with Node.js and TypeScript)
- Exposure to Python, particularly in data or machine learning contexts
- Solid understanding of cloud platforms ideally Azure
- A proactive, commercially aware mindset
- Passion for building performant, scalable, and maintainable systems
- Lead Engineer based in the North West
Why Apply?
- Play a foundational role in a fast-evolving product
- Help define the company’s technical roadmap
- Real opportunity to grow into a future CTO position
- Hybrid working with minimal office time
- 1 day in the office a fortnight
Interested?
If you're passionate about building platforms that make a real impact and want your ideas to help shape the future get in touch to learn more.
