Senior Backend Developer (Go/TypeScript/PHP)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Developer (Go/TypeScript/PHP): Building and optimizing back-end systems that power mobile, web, and voice-connected experiences for international markets with an accent on API design, database performance, and scalability. Focus on leading development efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing systems under a DevOps model.

Location: This is a permanent, full-time role based in the United Kingdom, with remote working as standard.

Company

hirify.global is a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe, encompassing print, online publishing, audio broadcasting, and entertainment.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain back-end services using Go, TypeScript, PHP, and SQL.
• Lead small feature-driven sub-teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Collaborate with product and technology teams to align development with customer needs.
• Champion DevOps practices under a “you build it, you run it” model.
• Participate in incident management rotas and provide technical support.
• Contribute to recruitment and onboarding of new team members.

Requirements

• Proven experience mentoring and leading development teams.
• Strong proficiency in Go, TypeScript, PHP, and SQL.
• Deep understanding of AWS, Cloudflare, and DevOps principles.
• Experience with microservices architecture and API design.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High emotional intelligence and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Nice to have

• Experience in the media or audio streaming industry.
• Familiarity with incident management and 24/7 support environments.
• Technical writing and documentation skills.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days.
• Access to internal training provider – Bauer Academy.
• Enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• Opportunity for flexible working.
• International, equal opportunities employer.