Location: London, UK (ONSITE)   |   Full-Time   |   $140,000 - $190,000
TypeScript Node.js Postgres Cloud Architecture Senior Back End Engineer Staff Engineer

About Freetrade: Freetrade is a commission-free investing app serving over 1 million UK users. We’ve developed a cloud-native platform from the ground up to handle high volumes while supporting rapid innovation. Join our growing engineering team as a Senior Software Engineer.

Role Overview: In this role, you’ll contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of our core investing platform. You’ll work on critical systems for trade execution, clearing, settlement, and asset servicing, ensuring they meet the needs of our expanding user base.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect, implement, and maintain backend services for our trading infrastructure
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and solutions
  • Optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers on technical best practices
  • Participate in code reviews and design discussions
  • Stay current with industry trends and apply them to our platform
  • Ensure systems meet stringent reliability and security standards

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of professional backend engineering experience
  • Strong expertise in TypeScript, Node.js, and relational databases
  • Proven ability to design and implement scalable systems
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Solid understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture
  • Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with financial technology systems is a plus

Benefits:

  • Attractive compensation package
  • Generous leave policy with professional development opportunities
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Pension scheme with employer contributions
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities to work on innovative fintech projects

Make a difference in the financial technology space!

Post Date: August 6, 2025