Backend Engineer (Java / Kotlin / Spring Boot)
Quick answer
Gold Group is hiring a hybrid London-based Backend Engineer (Java/Kotlin/Spring Boot) with a salary up to £100,000 and equity options.
- Role
- Backend Engineer (Java / Kotlin / Spring Boot)
- Organization
- Gold Group
- Location
- London Hybrid (1 day per week in the office)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Up to 100,000
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Gold Group is seeking a Backend Engineer (Java, Kotlin, Spring Boot) to join a fast-growing, venture-backed SaaS company in London. The role involves designing and scaling backend services for an innovative software platform that automates complex workflows. Candidates must have experience with Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot, as well as prior startup experience.
What you'll do
- Design, develop and maintain backend services and APIs
- Build scalable applications using Java, Kotlin and Spring Boot
- Contribute to system architecture and technical decision making
- Work closely with Product and Engineering teams to deliver new features
- Improve platform performance, reliability and scalability
- Help establish engineering best practices as the team continues to grow
What it takes
- Commercial experience with Java
- Commercial experience with Kotlin
- Strong experience building applications with Spring Boot
- Experience in a startup, scale-up, founding team or stealth startup environment
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Equity options, Learning & development budget, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located and what is the work schedule?
The role is based in London and follows a hybrid model where employees are required to be in the office one day per week.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary offered is up to £100,000 plus equity options.
What are the key qualifications required for the job?
Candidates must have commercial experience with understanding Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot, along with prior startup experience.
When or by when should I apply?
The application process is ongoing; Gold Group will contact candidates who are selected for interview within 14 days.
How to apply
Apply directly on Gold Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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