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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

  • Must be 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

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