FryerMiles

About the Company

Accountancy & Finance / Defence / Technology

FryerMiles is a multi-disciplinary recruitment company formed by a team of recruiters with a wealth of industry experience.

We service a wide range of industry sectors including privately owned, PE/VC backed, listed companies and public sector organisations. With access to an extensive network, we are able to introduce you to the right talent for your business.

We believe it is vital to fully understand each of our clients recruitment needs. As a recruitment partner we work closely with our clients to fully understand each businesses culture and environment which enables us to effectively provide the right candidates.

FryerMiles takes a proactive approach in finding your business the right talent. As well as attracting candidates through advertising methods, we also use our network to reach out to candidates who are passively seeking their next career move through recommendation.

Contact us:
info@fryermiles.com
01182080030

Listed Jobs

Company Name

FryerMiles

Job Title

Senior Backend Engineer

Job Description

Senior Backend Engineer (Python) – Hybrid – London - £70,000 to £80,000 per annum plus package
FryerMiles are delighted to be working exclusively with an early AI startup in their quest to recruit a Senior Backend Engineer (Python), to assist in a long term, well backed scale up.
Our client is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer, a sound professional and subject matter expert who has been involved in scale ups previously. This is not a role for someone looking for a short-term stint, we’re seeking a Backend Engineer who is in this for the long run, to be fully involved in the company’s plans and grow with them.
As the Senior Backend Engineer, you will lead the backend development using Python (FastAPI) and managing cloud infrastructure. You will work closely with the CTO and Frontend Lead to design scalable, high-performance systems that power personalised AI-driven learning experiences. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in building and operating production-grade systems, who is ready to take full ownership of backend architecture.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and optimisation of the Python FastAPI backend.
Architect and maintain scalable APIs, database models, and AI-driven integrations.
Oversee cloud infrastructure (Azure preferred) to ensure reliability and performance.
Collaborate with leadership on enhancing AI capabilities (including LLMOps) in the backend.
Implement best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation.
Mentor and support other engineers, fostering a strong engineering culture.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Backend Development Expertise
Extensive experience developing, deploying, and managing large-scale backend services.
Proficiency in Python (FastAPI preferred).
Cloud Infrastructure & Scalability
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) for deployment and scaling.
Software Architecture & Performance Optimisation
Strong knowledge of database design (SQL), caching strategies, and asynchronous processing.
Experience making architectural decisions for scalable, high-performance systems.
Proactive & Independent Approach
Ability to take ownership of backend development and drive projects autonomously.
Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment, solving complex technical challenges.
Desirable Skills:
DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with pipelines, monitoring tools (OpenTelemetry, Azure Monitor, Prometheus).
Security & Compliance: Understanding of best practices around data privacy and application security.
AI & Machine Learning: Exposure to AI/ML workflows, particularly in LLMOps.
Startup Experience: Prior experience in a high-growth startup environment.
Senior Backend Engineer (Python) – Hybrid – London - £70,000 to £80,000 per annum plus package

London, United Kingdom

On site

14-02-2025