Job description
Job details
- Location: London, UK
- Work mode: Onsite
- Employment type: Full-time (Not an internship)
- Salary: GBP 85,099 per year
Role overview
Join Harrington Starr, a fast-growing AI startup, as a Lead Backend Engineer to build and scale the infrastructure powering their next-generation AI operations platform. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies like Node.js, TypeScript, and AI/LLM integration while leading a team in a high-growth environment.
Job details
This permanent, full-time role is based in London, UK and offers an annual salary of £85,099. The position is onsite and not an internship. You’ll collaborate with early-stage teams to design scalable systems and integrate advanced AI capabilities into production-grade applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and scale backend infrastructure for AI operations platforms
- Lead development of APIs, microservices, and cloud-native architectures
- Integrate AI/LLM solutions into production systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical roadmaps
- Optimize system performance and reliability
Requirements
- 7+ years leading backend development with Node.js/TypeScript
- Expertise in PostgreSQL and cloud infrastructure (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Proven experience with AI/LLM integration in production environments
- Strong leadership of engineering teams in startup environments
- Deep understanding of API design and microservices architecture
Benefits
- Competitive salary with equity options
- Work with cutting-edge AI technologies
- Collaborative startup culture with growth opportunities
Keywords
Node.jsTypeScriptPostgreSQLDockerKubernetesAI/LLMMicroservicesAPIs