Staff Backend Engineer

Overview

Role involves leading the design and development of a language learning platform with a focus on reliability and scalability.

Ideal candidate should have deep experience with Kafka and advanced backend engineering skills in Kotlin.

Please make sure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply

Locations

• United Kingdom, England, London

Requirements

• Deep experience with Kafka
• Advanced backend engineering with Kotlin
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems and cloud-native architecture

Responsibilities

• Architect and own the event-driven platform
• Leverage AI-driven tools for development
• Lead the modernization of monitoring and observability
• Optimize and scale Kafka infrastructure
• Deliver a resilient data platform
• Redefine QA automation strategy
• Mentor engineers and guide architecture decisions

Benefits

• Generous Learning & Development budget
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Flexible working hours
• Private health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Remote socials