Backend Engineer - Rust and Python

Backend Engineer - Rust andamp; Python Permanent | Up to £130,000 | London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)We are seeking an ambitious Backend Engineer to join a fast-growing technology company at a pivotal stage of scaling. You will design and build distributed systems, storage infrastructure, and Back End platform components that enable Real Time data processing and insights. This is a high-impact role within a small team where engineers contribute directly to technical direction and engineering practices.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop distributed Back End systems for Real Time data processingBuild and maintain scalable data pipelines and storage solutionsContribute to API design, service architecture, and Back End platform developmentDevelop systems that scale efficiently with increasing data volumesMake sound architectural decisions within real-world constraintsCollaborate across teams to deliver features with a high degree of autonomySupport best practices in code quality, testing, and review processesSkills andamp; ExperienceStrong Back End engineering experience with a focus on system designProficiency in Rust (or experience with a similar language and willingness to learn)Experience using Python for Back End services or APIsUnderstanding of distributed systems, data pipelines, and scalable architecturesFamiliarity with technologies such as message brokers, relational databases, RPC frameworks, and container orchestration toolsAbility to operate and improve production ..... full job details .....