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Senior Full-stack Engineer (backend-heavy)

LondonFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-10

Core

Build scalable, resilient products for a global language learning platform serving 100,000+ tutors and learners in 180 countries.

Role type

Senior Full-stack Engineer (backend-heavy)

Builds

Scalable web applications, backend services, and frontend experiences for learners and tutors.

Domain

EdTech / Language Learning

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Python/Django, React/TypeScript, Distributed Systems, API Design, System Architecture, A/B Testing, Observability, AI/Agentic AI, Technical Leadership

Preferred skills

Java/Spring, Node.js, Ruby on Rails, Scala/Play, PHP, Go

Technologies

Python, Django, React, TypeScript, CI/CD

Responsibilities

Develop backend features and third-party integrations; evolve frontend experiences; lead complex initiatives from discovery to deployment; drive engineering excellence through mentorship and architectural reviews; partner with data teams for experimentation; shape architectural direction for complex systems.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership