Backend-Focused Full Stack Developer

Full Stack Developer - back end focused Salford Quays (4 days onsite) £55,000 - £70,000 + bonus I’m working with a fast-growing online retail / eCommerce brand looking to hire a back end focused Full Stack Developer into its in-house technology team. This role would suit a developer with a strong backend bias who enjoys working across systems, integrations and data, while still being happy to support broader full stack development where needed. The business operates in a high-volume eCommerce environment, so this is less about building isolated features and more about developing the backend services, integrations and internal systems that keep a complex retail operation moving. Think eCommerce platforms, operational tooling, third-party integrations, data flows and automation across the wider business. The role You’ll be joining a growing tech team and will play a key role in building and maintaining the systems that sit behind a modern eCommerce operation. Key areas of focus include: Designing, building and maintaining scalable backend services and integrations supporting eCommerce platforms and internal systemsDeveloping APIs and services using technologies such as Node.js to support data flow between internal tools, third-party platforms and customer-facing applicationsOwning integrations from planning through to development, deployment and ongoing maintenanceContributing to backend architecture with a focus on reliability, scalability and performanceBuilding and maintaining serverless functions / microservices and identifying opportunities for automation and process improvementSupporting data pipelines, operational reporting and analytics workflows across the wider platform estateWorking across databases and data platforms, helping to optimise data models and query performanceCollaborating closely with technology, eCommerce, content and design teams to deliver reliable systems and features across the businessSupporting front-end / platform changes where required, particularly within an eCommerce environment What they’re looking for The ideal background will include: Around 3+ years’ experience in a backend or full stack engineering roleStrong commercial experience with Node.js or similar backend technologies in production environmentsExperience designing and building APIs and integrating with third-party systemsExposure to serverless architectures such as AWS Lambda or similarExperience working with databases / data platforms such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, BigQuery or similarFamiliarity with CI/CD, Git and modern development workflowsExperience building or contributing to system integrations, backend services and data pipelinesA practical, hands-on approach and the ability to work in a fast-moving commercial environment Nice to have Any of the below would be beneficial, but they are not essential: Experience with Shopify integrations or Shopify / eCommerce platform workExposure to React or other modern front-end frameworksExperience with internal tooling platforms such as RetoolKnowledge of warehouse, courier, fulfilment or order management systemsPrevious experience in retail, eCommerce or other high-traffic digital environments Package £55,000 - £70,000 depending on experience5% - 10% bonus25 days holiday plus bank holidaysAdditional day off for your birthdayFlexible working around core hoursEnhanced pension contributionHealthcare cash planEnhanced maternity and sick payStaff discountFree onsite gymHybrid working with 4 days onsiteIf you’re a backend-leaning full stack engineer who enjoys working on integrations, internal systems, data flows and the operational engine behind a growing eCommerce business, I’d be happy to talk you through the role.