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Backend Software Engineer
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CT1 1AD, Sturry, Kent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Backend Software Engineer
Location: Hybrid (Kent– 2 days in-office, 3 days remote)
Salary: £50,000–£80,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent
Work with autonomy. Build from scratch. Modernise a monolith.
Why join our client:
This is not your average software role. Our client is rebuilding a legacy platform from the ground up, using a modern tech stack and best practices. You’ll be working with a lean, capable team of engineers who don’t just use tools — they understand them deeply. If you thrive in autonomy, enjoy solving hard problems, and want to build systems that scale, this is your chance.
Benefits include:
* Flexible hybrid working model (2 days office / 3 days remote)
* High autonomy, no micromanagement
* Work with cutting-edge tools and architecture
* Competitive salary up to £80,000
* Fast-moving, agile development culture
The role:
You’ll be central in breaking down a legacy PHP/MySQL platform and rebuilding it in a new stack — C#, PostgreSQL, Node.js, React. With a strong backend focus, you’ll build APIs, manage infrastructure, and create scalable services. You’ll also take charge of your own DevOps, working with a self-hosted environment to keep things lean.
Key responsibilities:
* Rebuilding a legacy monolith into modern architecture
* Designing APIs and backend systems using C# and PostgreSQL
* Evaluating and rewriting AI-generated code into maintainable, production-ready code
* Contributing to DevOps, infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines
* Participating in weekly planning and kanban-driven workflows
What we’re looking for:
* Strong backend experience, ideally with C#
* Excellent SQL/database skills (PostgreSQL preferred)
* Proven experience building production systems
* Strong independent problem-solving skills
* Degree in CS or equivalent experience (skills matter more than paper)
Desirable extras:
* GitHub portfolio or open-source contributions
* Experience with Linux/WSL2 environments
* Familiarity with Docker, Node.js, and TypeScript
* Knowledge of legacy systems, PHP, and monolith migrations
* Some frontend experience (React) and DevOps familiarity
Tech stack you’ll be working with
* C# / PostgreSQL / Node.js
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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