Software Engineer (Shield)

InfoSum is the world’s leading data collaboration platform, providing solutions to the world’s largest enterprises to allow collaboration across data sources and deliver richer customer experiences that prioritize consumer privacy. Our vision is to unlock data’s limitless potential, by enabling the world’s data to be connected but never shared. As a people-first organization, we can offer you the personal and professional flexibility needed to get the job done, grow with us, and help challenge the status quo. If you want to work with a business that encourages collaboration, and champions the idea that the sum is greater than its parts, then we want to hear from you.

The Engineering department at InfoSum is dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative software solutions that meet the needs of our customers and drive the success of our organization. We strive to leverage cutting-edge technologies, best practices, and collaborative teamwork to develop scalable, reliable, and user-friendly software products.

Job Overview: 

As a Backend Software Engineer working as part of our Shield team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend systems and addressing customer issues in a time sensitive manner. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand the customer needs and deliver robust solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for backend development and a desire to expand their knowledge to include some front end elements.

Core Responsibilities:

• System Design and Architecture: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and define technical solutions that meet business objectives.
• Backend Development: Develop clean, efficient and maintainable code in Go, with Python and/or Java a bonus. Implement backend services, APIs, and data processing pipelines following best practices and design patterns.
• Database Design and Optimization: Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and indexing strategies for performance and scalability. Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL.
• Integration and Interoperability: Integrate backend systems with third-party services and external APIs to enable seamless data exchange and interoperability. Ensure compatibility and consistency across different system components.
• Quality Assurance: Implement automated testing and practices to ensure the quality and reliability of backend systems. Collaborate with QA engineers to execute tests and resolve defects in a timely manner.
• Documentation and Technical Support: Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for backend systems. Provide technical support and assistance to other team members and stakeholders as needed.

Requirements

The main skills needed to deliver the core responsibilities:

• 3+ years of experience in backend software development, with proficiency in Go. Knowledge of other languages such as Python or Java is advantageous,
• Strong understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., SQL) and data modeling concepts.
• Familiarity with Microservices architecture and Kubernetes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

What are the key indicators of success in this role?

• Quality of code
• Database optimization
• Integration and interoperability
• Testing and quality assurance
• Documentation and communication
• Continuous learning and improvement

Benefits

• A competitive salary based on your experience and ability to perform in role
• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) + a day off for your birthday + 2 Volunteering days
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance - 4x your base salary
• Fantastic corporate discounts and mental wellbeing support, including a top of line EAP.
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Share Parental Leave 
• We have fantastic offices in Basingstoke and London complete with a fully stocked fridge / snacks and catered lunches 2 times a week.

We also reward our teams with monthly socials,4pm finishes on a Friday & 3pm Fridays finishes during the summer months of June, July and August, 3 extra days off during the Christmas holidays and a culture built on recognition, collaboration and success