Overview

Career Soil is working with a leading SaaS company in Manchester to find a Mid-Level Software Engineer. You’ll be building and maintaining high-performance web applications that serve thousands of users daily.

This role offers the chance to take ownership of key features, mentor junior developers, and grow into a senior or lead role within a fast-scaling tech environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services
• Collaborate with frontend engineers and product teams
• Write clean, testable, and well-documented code
• Participate in architecture discussions and code reviews
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Mentor and guide junior developers

Requirements

• 3–5 years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript or Python
• Experience with Node.js, REST APIs, PostgreSQL or MongoDB
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and Docker
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and testing frameworks
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent)

Benefits

• Hybrid working (Manchester office + remote flexibility)
• Performance bonuses and stock options
• £3,000 annual learning budget (courses, conferences)
• Private healthcare, pension (7%), and 25 days holiday
• Flexible working hours and mental health support
• Path to Senior Engineer or Tech Lead roles

Notes

Ideal for someone looking to deepen their technical skills while contributing to product strategy and team growth.