As a Backend-focused Engineer in London, you will own the development of critical production services within a fast-paced environment. Utilizing Python (FastAPI), Postgres, and Redis, you will build and scale robust APIs that power high-impact features. This role offers the chance to drive technical reliability and contribute to an evolving engineering culture.
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Full Stack Engineer at High-growth engineering startup
Join a high-growth London startup as a Full Stack Engineer where you will take full ownership of production services using Python, FastAPI, and Postgres. We are looking for an experienced builder to lead scaling projects and architect reliable systems within a well-funded, fast-paced engineering culture. If you thrive in environments that value high-impact technical leadership and modern stack proficiency, this is the perfect opportunity to accelerate your career.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
High-growth engineering startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Design, build, and maintain high-performance APIs using Python (FastAPI), Postgres, and Redis.
- Lead technical projects from conception to production, ensuring system reliability and performance scaling.
- Architect event-driven systems and optimize cloud-native infrastructure using modern containerization tools.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- At least 4+ years of professional experience building and maintaining production-grade APIs.
- Strong proficiency in SQL and extensive experience working with Python-based backend frameworks.
- Proven track record of owning scaling or reliability projects in a fast-paced environment.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Significant ownership over core production services and the ability to drive technical decisions from day one.
- Part of a well-funded team backed by top-tier VCs with strong product-market fit.
- High-impact engineering culture that prioritizes reliability, scalability, and clean architectural design.
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