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Backend Software Engineer – Medtech Innovation

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Are you passionate about using your skills to make a real-world impact? This is your chance to join a mission-driven Medtech start-up that’s redefining how we detect, treat, and manage disease globally.
We're proud to be partnering with a rapidly growing, venture-backed Medtech company whose FDA-approved technology is already trusted by leading hospitals and life sciences organisations worldwide. They're now looking for a talented Backend Software Engineer to help power their next stage of innovation and growth.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Make a Global Impact: Your code will help improve patient outcomes in healthcare systems around the world.
Competitive Salary: £50,000–£65,000, depending on experience.
Comprehensive Benefits: Including top-tier health insurance, equity options, a strong pension plan, and 25 days of annual leave.
Flexible Working: Choose between remote work and collaborating in our modern central London office.
Career Growth: Join a collaborative team where your work truly matters, and your voice is heard.What You’ll Be Doing As a Java Backend Software Engineer, you’ll help build and maintain the scalable backend infrastructure that powers our cutting-edge medical technologies. Expect to:

Design and develop event-driven backend services and modern microservices architectures.
Build robust data pipelines and optimise deployment processes.
Work cross-functionally on architecture, testing strategies, and system enhancements.
Write clean, high-quality, maintainable code that drives real-world results.What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a curious, growth-minded engineer who’s excited to build something meaningful. You’ll need:

3+ years of experience in backend software development.
Solid programming experience in Java or another object-oriented language.
Hands-on experience with microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD best practices.
A collaborative mindset and a desire to continuously learn and improve.Eligibility Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Ready to Apply? We’d love to hear from you. Click Apply now to submit your CV, or feel free to connect with me directly on LinkedIn – John Magee – to discuss how you can be part of this exciting journey

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