Senior Backend Engineer, YourParkingSpace
PHP / Laravel / Go-lang
£55-65k
Online marketplace for on-demand parking
Job no longer available
Online marketplace for on-demand parking
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
£55-65k
101-200 employees
Company mission
To change the way the world parks, backed by the belief that parking could and should be easier.
Role
Who you are
- Strong experience in both Go-lang and PHP (Laravel) development, with a deep understanding of their respective concepts and best practices
- Familiarity with microservices architecture and experience in building microservices-based systems
- Proficiency in designing and maintaining databases, including MySQL and MongoDB
- Experience with Docker for containerization and deployment of microservices
- Knowledge of AWS services for building and deploying microservices in a cloud-based environment
- Strong expertise in CI/CD processes, including automated build, test, and deployment pipelines
- Proficient in using Git for version control
- Familiarity with other relevant technologies such as PHP 8 (8.0, 8.1, and/or 8.2) and CI/CD tools
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an agile-based environment
- Passionate about staying updated with the latest technologies and continuously improving the technology stack
What the job involves
- We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in PHP (Laravel) and Go-Lang to join our innovative team at the early stages of conceptualising and building a brand-new SaaS product for the parking industry
- This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our product by developing it using microservices and event driven architecture from the ground up
- You will be part of a dynamic, cross-functional team that includes software engineers, product managers, and quality assurance engineers
- Our team is dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions for the parking industry, and we value collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design, develop, and implement microservices using Go-lang, and PHP (Laravel)
- Write unit and integration tests using TDD best practices to ensure the reliability and stability of the codebase
- Optimise and maintain databases, including MySQL and MongoDB, for efficient performance
- Work with Docker to deploy and manage microservices in a scalable and containerised environment
- Utilise AWS services for building and deploying microservices in a cloud-based environment
- Participate in CI/CD processes, including automated build, test, and deployment pipelines, to ensure smooth and efficient software delivery
- Implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure the health, performance, and reliability of microservices, promptly identifying and addressing any issues that arise
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for microservices, APIs, and system architecture to facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the team and ensure smooth onboarding of new team members
- Use Git for version control and collaborate with other team members to ensure effective code management
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, and proactively suggest improvements to our technology stack
- Demonstrate a collaborative mindset and a willingness to engage in open communication, actively participating in team discussions and contributing to a positive, inclusive work culture
- Engage in a culture of innovation by actively seeking out new technologies, tools, and methodologies that can improve our product and processes, and by encouraging creative problem-solving and experimentation within the team
- Show a proactive attitude towards learning and professional development, embracing feedback and continuously seeking ways to improve both personally and within the team
- Ensure adherence to security best practices and standards in all aspects of development, from coding to deployment, to protect user data and system integrity
- Maintain high standards of code quality through code reviews, pair programming, and the implementation of best practices and design patterns
Our take
YourParkingSpace enables private owners and commercial parking space operators to fill their empty parking spaces by connecting them to drivers online. Through a combination of proprietary technology and live data analytics, the company's intelligent parking solutions allow users to monetise under-utilised resources, while better serving drivers.
Live across cities in the UK, the company markets hundreds of thousands of parking bays, working with partners such as Tesco, Morrisons and Premier Inn. Large space owners are showing increasing interest in optimising their parking assets, as the rise of eCommerce contributes to reduced footfall, which is a great opportunity for YourParkingSpace.
In 2022, the company was acquired by urban mobility company Flowbird. This will allow them to improve their technology and integrate into Flowbird's 80-city-plus network - a great step towards a lucrative future.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
16% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Sep 2020
$6.9m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $6.9m
Company benefits
- Free gym membership
- Work-free birthday
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working options
Company HQ
Poplar, London, UK
Leadership
Charles Cridland
(Founder & CIO)Started out in Equity Derivatives at Lloyds TSB, and was a Search Analyst at Artemis Eight LLP. Founded SparkNet Media Ltd in 2010.
Sunny Mehta
(CEO)Previously CEO of VEACT, Group CCO at EUROWAG, GM of Platforms and Services at Google, and Head of Market Expansion (EMEiA) at Apple.
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