Senior Backend Developer

We are seeking two experienced Senior Backend Developers to design, develop and scale secure, high-availability backend systems that power real-time identity verification and business onboarding across regulated markets.

You will operate in a security-critical, compliance-driven environment where performance, reliability, and data integrity are paramount.

Our backend ecosystem includes Spring-based microservices and Laravel-powered services. You’ll help evolve and modernize this architecture, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and long-term technical direction.

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• Build scalable, secure backend systems using Java (Spring) and PHP (Laravel)
  
• Contribute to the evolution of automation pipelines and AI-assisted engineering practices
  
• Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs
  
• Champion secure development standards across backend systems
  
• Optimize database schemas and queries for performance and reliability
  
• Ensure robust data handling and error management
  
• Collaborate with frontend developers for API integration and feature delivery
  
• Troubleshoot, debug, and improve existing server-side code
  
• Play a key role in architectural decisions and the evolution of backend engineering standards
  
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers
  
• Maintain documentation for backend components and services
  
• Work with cloud infrastructure (AWS) to deploy and scale backend services
  

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• Strong professional experience in Java (Spring) and/or PHP (Laravel), with willingness to work across both environments.
  
• Strong experience working with relational databases such as MySQL
  
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and code quality
  
• RESTful API design and implementation
  
• Strong understanding of server-side application architecture
  
• Codebase version management (Git or similar)
  
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines
  
• Experience with performance tuning and debugging
  
• Proven ability to work with Cloud native services such as AWS, Azure or similar
  

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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
  
• 5+ years of backend development experience, with proven track record
  

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• TypeScript
  
• Node.js
  
• Python
  

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• MongoDB
  
• Redis
  
• DynamoDB
  

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• Serverless patterns
  
• Event-based architecture /asynchronous systems
  

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• Cursor
  
• Codex
  

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• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  
• Strong communication and collaboration across
  
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
  
• Ownership of technical outcomes and quality
  
• Self-motivated with a continuous learning mindset
  

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• 23 days annual leave (to be pro-rated for part‑time roles)
  
• Extra day off for your birthday
  
• Work abroad for 2 weeks each year
  

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• Access to Bike-to-Work scheme
  
• Educational support based on business needs
  

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• Monthly Team Lunches
  
• Regular social events and company away days
  

ID-Pal is an award-winning identity verification business which has achieved rapid growth within a short space of time. We are proud of our achievements so far but have much bigger plans and are looking for people who want to be part of that journey. We can offer you complete ownership of your work and the chance to build something you are proud of. The chance to work within a small team and input directly on how we grow and what we achieve. An environment where you will constantly be challenged to learn and adapt as the company grows.

Protecting identities is ID-Pal’s bread and butter, and Identity is one of our core values. As an employer, we believe that our workplace is stronger when diverse identities come together, bringing a mix of perspectives, experiences, and ideas to the table. xcfaprz That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experiences.

If you think you’re a strong candidate for this role please apply by sending your resume to