Backend Developer

3 days ago

Battersea UK, South West London, United Kingdom Instruct Full time

At Instruct, we're revolutionising how AI interacts with the world. While current AI systems possess vast intelligence, they're often trapped in a box, unable to take meaningful action. We're building the bridge that unleashes AI's full capabilities, allowing it to not just think, but do.


Role Overview

We're seeking a talented and versatile Backend Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in developing and maintaining the core systems that power our AI-driven automation platform. As we're a startup in a rapidly evolving field, you should be comfortable with ambiguity and excited about tackling diverse challenges.


️ Key Responsibilities


Your day-to-day tasks will vary, but may include:


  • Designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs
  • Implementing efficient data models and database schemas
  • Developing integrations with various third-party services and AI models
  • Collaborating with frontend developers and AI specialists to create cohesive solutions
  • Optimizing application performance and ensuring high availability
  • Contributing to architectural decisions and technology choices
  • Participating in code reviews and mentoring junior team members


As our platform evolves, so will your role. We're looking for someone who's excited about learning new technologies and adapting to changing needs.


Qualifications & Skills

We value talent, passion, and a willingness to learn over specific qualifications. However, the following skills and experiences will be beneficial:


✅ Essential:

  • Strong proficiency in Python
  • Experience with web frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, or Django)
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
  • Knowledge of database systems (Postgres)
  • Understanding of cloud services (preferably AWS)
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
  • Uses latest AI tools to accelerate your own work


✨ Nice to Have:

  • Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with event-driven architectures
  • Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and their integration
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform)
  • Understanding of security best practices in web applications


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Generous equity options in a fast-growing startup
  • Hybrid work setup: 4 days in our Battersea Power Station office, 1 days remote
  • Regular team events to foster a strong and cohesive team culture
  • Chance to work on cutting-edge technology at the intersection of AI and automation


If you're passionate about building scalable backend systems and excited about the potential of AI-powered automation, we want to hear from you At Instruct, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of how AI interacts with the world.

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