Backend Engineer, XYZ Reality
2-3 days a week in office (Central London)
Transforming the construction sector through augmented reality
Open for applications
Transforming the construction sector through augmented reality
101-200 employees
Open for applications
2-3 days a week in office (Central London)
101-200 employees
Company mission
To eliminate 2D in its entirety and to enable construction workers around the world to build from holograms.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Strong Node.js programming skills with experience in backend development
- Solid experience with relational and NoSQL databases, particularly PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Expertise in designing and developing scalable RESTful APIs
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills
- Proficiency with Git, including active participation in code reviews
- Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English.
- If you're passionate about solving complex backend challenges and want to be part of an ambitious, fast-growing start-up, apply now!
Desirable
- Experience with Java and Java frameworks (to support legacy migration to Node.js)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, such as GitHub Actions
- Knowledge of GraphQL or other API design methodologies beyond REST
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration
- Strong foundation in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and software design patterns
What the job involves
- Our office is in central London, just a short walk from Angel Station
- We are a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced company working across diverse domains, including cloud development, electronics, embedded software/hardware, mechanical design/manufacturing, AI & computer vision, and data science—all powering our BIM Platform
- To drive this mission, we are seeking a Backend Engineer experienced in Node.js to support our transition from Java to Node.js and build high-performance, scalable backend services
- You will work closely with our API development team, client apps teams, and data pipeline team to create robust and efficient solutions
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js
- Write efficient SQL queries and optimize database performance
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs with best practices for scalability and performance
- Develop and execute unit tests and integration tests to ensure software reliability
- Conduct performance profiling and stress testing to optimize system responsiveness
- Maintain clear, structured documentation for backend systems and codebases
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including client applications and data pipeline teams
- Stay adaptable, learning new technologies and contributing to various technical areas as needed
- A research-driven, innovative environment with opportunities to experiment and grow
- A collaborative and supportive team culture that values continuous learning and knowledge sharing
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in cloud development and high-performance scalable architectures
Salary benchmarks
Our take
One of the main problems in the construction industry is that the end result of a construction project may not correspond to the initial plan. This means the build errors result in a significant time delay associated with construction rework. XYZ Reality aims to change this by providing construction businesses with an AR system that ultimately reduces construction costs by 20%.
It differentiates itself through the innovation of its AR system which projects 3D models on construction sites, allowing workers to visualize the final result. Moreover, XYZ Reality is planning on becoming an all-in-one system, providing clients with everything they need to successfully create a building - from AR hardhat to the in-built proprietary operating system.
XYZ Reality has invested its funding into R&D, global expansion efforts, and in recruiting new talent in the technology, manufacturing, sales and marketing industries. Following its launch in the US, the company has seen accelerated growth and is well set to further innovate the construction industry.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
136% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jun 2021
$27.2m
SERIES A
Mar 2020
$6.5m
SERIES A
Total funding: $35.3m
Company benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Eligibility to participate in our company equity scheme
- Private healthcare
- Flexible working hours
- Company pension
- 25 days paid holidays plus bank holidays
- Easily accessible location
- Casual dress code
- Modern friendly environment
- Start-up culture
- Playing a valuable part in revolutionising the industry
Company HQ
Angel, London, UK
Articles
Leadership
David Mitchell
(CEO)Previously Architectural Assistant at Mellet Architects for 10 months and BIM Manager at J. Coffey Construction for 2 years.
Murray Hendriksen
(Technical Co-Founder)Previously worked for 5 years at CooperVision, first as Graduate Automation Engineer for 2 years and then as Automation Engineer - Automated Inspection Systems for 3 years.
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