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Senior Backend Developer
Location: hybrid with 1 to 2 days in the office in London, E1.
Salary: Competitive plus benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join a growing product-focused engineering team. You will play a key role in designing, building, and scaling specific backend applications that support complex scheduling, operational, and data-driven workflows.
What you’ll do:
This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging problems, influence system architecture, and help shape engineering best practices within a mature but evolving platform.
You’ll be working on systems that solve real operational challenges at scale, with the chance to make a tangible impact on both the product and the engineering culture.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python, Django, Graphene, and AWS Lambda.
Build and evolve systems that handle complex business logic and constraints
Develop and maintain GraphQL and RESTful APIs for web, mobile, and third-party integrations
Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems
Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term technical strategy
Support and mentor other developers through code reviews and collaboration
Work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to turn requirements into robust technical solutions
Essential Skills & Experience
This role is perfect from someone to take full responsibility for their workload whilst working as part of a supportive team.
Strong commercial experience as a backend developer using Python ideally within a start-up or scale up environment
Proven experience building and maintaining API-driven systems
Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL)
Experience designing scalable and maintainable backend architectures
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Familiarity with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to team members and stakeholders.
Willingness to learn FastAPI.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS)
Desirable Experience
Experience working on scheduling, optimisation, logistics, or operational systems
Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, or similar)
Experience with Docker and containerised applications
What to expect from our recruitment process at Ground Control
We aim to make our process clear, supportive, and straightforward—so you always know what’s coming next.
Application review: Once you apply, our Talent team will carefully review your application against the key skills for the role
Optional video: You’ll have the chance to submit a short video to showcase your skills and personality—this is completely optional
Intro call: If you’re a good match, we’ll invite you to book a short (up to 30 minutes) telephone interview at a time that suits you
First interview: If selected you’ll then take part in an interview, either on Teams or in person, depending on the role
Next steps: For some roles, there may be a technical assessment and a second-stage interview either on teams or in person.
We’ll keep you updated throughout and make sure you feel supported at every stage.
Benefits;
Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
Performance‑linked bonus: Bonus opportunities aligned to your level and contribution.
Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.
We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.
We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.
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