Senior Backend Software Developer

Job DescriptionSportable is a leading sports technology company on a mission to solve the hardest problems in elite sports using cutting edge technology. From bare metal to cloud Sportable is a multidisciplinary mecca for sports and technology enthusiasts. If you're a data scientist, computer scientist, physicist, sports scientist, engineer, business graduate, graphic designer, mechanical designer, creative or just passionate about the intersection of elite sports and bleeding edge technology then Sportable is your place.Sportable is growing, and we're looking for a senior backend developer with a strong technical background, a passion for real-world problem-solving, and a commitment to creating a world-class, reliable, scalable, low-latency system. You’ll need to think big, offer proactive solutions, and keep your skillset sharp.A key focal area of this role will be the technical delivery of enhancements and features to our backend, written in Golang. Focusing on APIs, databases and asynchronous messaging. Your code will run on both pitch side and cloud servers. You will be exposed to machine learning techniques and algorithms for detecting and classifying complex sporting events in real-time, streaming data, networking and CI/CD. You’ll be supported by a highly talented, multidisciplinary team of engineers, data scientists and sports scientists.Required skills / Experience:Computer Science Degree with First class pass (or equivalent)5+ years experience in software developmentGolang (and strong experience in other object oriented languages e.g. C++/Java/Scala)SQL Databases (schema design, optimization, etc. Postgresql desirable)Linux (basic command line, networking, bash, services, configuration) both cloud and localAWS / Cloud Infrastructure knowledgeNetwork protocols (HTTP, TCP/UDP, Websockets, MQTT/AMQP or other message brokers)Testing (TDD/BDD etc.), CI/CD, Version control (GIT)Basic Javascript/React or Python desirable Responsibilities:As part of our engineering team:Deliver readable, reliable, testable, documented code (primarily in Golang)Progress our products through good architecture, well-designed APIs, and efficient data streams.Ensure suitability of features and interoperability with frontend and lower layer server modules / embedded systemsMentor more junior team members (code reviews, help with design and problem solving, etc.)Provide input on process and stack, inline with industry best practices and company objectivesHelp develop and maintain our cloud ecosystemSustain the quality of features through good testing habits and maintaining CI/CD pipelinesProvide support of production systems (for escalations) and help upskill the support teamPersonal qualities:Hands-on, can-do attitudeGood communication skills and time managementAttention to detailReporting directly to:Lead Backend DeveloperWorking closely with:Backend and Frontend SW teamProduct and Data Science teamsEmbedded SW teamSalary:£65,000 - £75,000 annumPerks:Cycle to work schemeGenerous annual leave - 25 days holiday excluding. bank holidaysFlexible working environment - remote working daysCake on your BirthdayPerkbox after completing your probationPerkbox MedicalOccupational sick leave£400/ year for trainingTeam SocialsFree fruits and Snacks in the officeTax-Free Nursery Benefit after completing your probationDiversity statement:Sportable is a committed equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from disabled candidates, and those form minority ethnic backgrounds.