Backend Software Engineer - TypeScript

AI is changing how software is developed, but getting the most from it still requires experienced engineers who understand how complex systems fit together.This is an opportunity to join a software engineering team already using AI-assisted and agentic development to build, improve and modernise business-critical systems.You''ll work with TypeScript, Node.js and Google Cloud, helping modernise an established platform while contributing to new projects supporting international expansion.Backend Software Engineer - TypeScript Southampton, Hampshire 50,000- 60,000 Hybrid, 2 days per week in the officeThe opportunityYou''ll join an established technology-led logistics business, working within the team responsible for connecting its platform to international delivery networks.The work involves developing APIs and integrations that manage parcel shipments, labelling and tracking, while improving the reliability and scalability of systems processing high volumes of transactions.The team is also modernising older applications, moving services towards TypeScript and Google Cloud, with future projects including replacing existing platforms and supporting expansion into new markets.What you''ll be doingDeveloping backend services and APIs using TypeScript and Node.js.Building reliable integrations with third-party systems.Solving distributed systems challenges involving retries, failures and data consistency.Modernising existing applications and migrating services to Google Cloud.Using ..... full job details .....