Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Backend): Building and maintaining scalable backend services and data pipelines for global research data platforms with an accent on distributed systems and reliability. Focus on designing robust solutions, collaborating within an Agile squad, and mentoring junior engineers to improve overall team capability.

Location: Oxford, UK

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in information and analytics, combining vast data sets with technology to advance science, research, and healthcare outcomes.

What you will do

• Design, build, test, and maintain reliable and scalable backend services.
• Develop data-processing components for production systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and product partners to shape technical solutions.
• Contribute to architecture and design, documenting decisions clearly.
• Resolve production issues with a focus on long-term system stability.
• Support team development through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Experience building and supporting software in production environments.
• Proficiency in at least one modern language such as Python or Java.
• Experience designing and operating APIs and backend services.
• Familiarity with event-driven systems like Kafka.
• Experience with cloud-based systems and containerized applications.
• Understanding of CI/CD practices and system observability tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to a fair and accessible hiring process.
• Supportive environment focused on well-being and long-term career success.
• Access to country-specific benefits and perks.
• Emphasis on professional development through mentorship and collaboration.