Remote Backend Engineer

Description:

• Kurt Geiger is an inclusive and creative footwear and accessories brand based in London, focused on empowering talent and celebrating individual style.
• The Backend Engineer position is a remote role that requires occasional visits to the head office.
• The role is part of a product development team, working on various e-commerce projects.
• The position is technical and hands-on, suitable for a backend engineer experienced in web technologies.
• The primary technologies used include Node.js, Typescript, Mulesoft, and PHP.
• Responsibilities include developing microservices using AWS Lambda, contributing to API development in Mulesoft, and working with cutting-edge AWS services.
• The role involves logging and monitoring application performance, analyzing data with Snowflake, pair programming, code reviews, and creating automated deployment pipelines.
• Software development will follow DDD+BDD practices in an Agile Kanban environment, focusing on creating performant and scalable applications.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have solid software engineering experience.
• A background in developing Node.js applications using JavaScript/TypeScript is required.
• Experience in writing high-quality PHP code following TDD principles is necessary.
• Understanding of REST APIs is essential.
• Candidates should adhere to writing tests first and coding against failing tests.
• A passion for learning and a desire to help others learn is important.
• Knowledge of AWS or other cloud technologies is required.
• A keen understanding of software design patterns and their applications is necessary.
• Experience with Mulesoft or developing REST APIs using other technologies is preferred.
• A good understanding of Agile Project Management methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive basic salary.
• Employees receive pension and life assurance benefits.
• Enviable discounts on products are available to employees.
• Gym discounts are provided.
• The company offers summer hours, allowing a 3 PM finish on Fridays.
• Employees enjoy a half-day on payday Friday once per month.
• RetailTrust support is available for employees.
• Additional benefits and perks are included, contributing to a positive work environment.