Back End Developer

Join one of the UK’s largest electrical wholesalers as we reimagine our technology for the digital age. We’re modernising our legacy systems and building new platforms powered by AWS and AI — and we need creative minds to help us shape the future!

Life as a Senior Back End Developer

As a Senior Back End Engineer, you’ll be an integral part of our Agile Digital team, contributing to the evolution of our e-commerce platform. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of a Service-Based Architecture while upgrading and maintaining our market-leading website. Collaborating with cross-functional IT teams, you’ll ensure the business logic powering our platform is scalable, reliable, and optimised for growth.

Your Objectives

• Work collaboratively within a close-knit team that embraces strong values and a shared vision.
• Lead and support the team in the development of new features and improvements for our enterprise-scale e-commerce website.
• Assist in the transition to a modern Service-Based Architecture to enhance performance and scalability.
• Ensure high-quality code delivery by implementing best practices, including comprehensive testing and continuous integration.

Key Skills

• Proven experience in enterprise-scale Ruby on Rails development .
• Hands-on experience with relational databases such as MySQL .
• Familiarity with testing frameworks like RSpec .
• A strong understanding of software architecture, scalability, and Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Interview Process

• Phone Screen with Talent Acquisition: A 30 minute call with a member of the Talent Acquisition Team
• Technical Interview: A deep dive into your Ruby on Rails expertise and problem-solving capabilities. (60 Mins)
• Cultural Fit and Values Interview: Understanding how your values align with our team's mission and goals. (30-60 Mins)