Backend Developer Jobs in Bristol

Senior Full Stack Kotlin Developer Location Bristol- Hybrid (2 days onsite) Salary £55,000- £70,000 We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Kotlin Developer to join a growing digital consultancy delivering transformative digital solutions for a range of Public and Private sector clients. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you'll design, build and deliver scalable digital services that solve complex click apply for full job details

Senior Backend Developer (Python) Remote Contract Remote Contract Start: September 2026 We're recruiting for an experienced Senior Backend Developer to join a high-profile international technology programme focused on building scalable, data-driven applications. This is an exciting opportunity to work on modern backend architecture, processing complex geospatial and temporal data within a collaborative engineering environment. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of features from design through deployment, working closely with architects, data engineers and software developers to deliver robust, production-grade solutions. What you'll be doing - Design and develop scalable backend services using Python and FastAPI - Build RESTful APIs and microservices - Develop data pipelines supporting large-scale analytics platforms - Work with Neo4j graph databases and relational databases such as PostgreSQL or SQL Server - Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design clean, maintainable software using Domain-Driven Design (DDD) - Write high-quality, well-tested code and contribute to code reviews - Support CI/CD pipelines, containerised deployments and cloud-native development - Troubleshoot performance issues and contribute to architectural decisions Essential Skills & Experience - Strong commercial experience with Python - Production experience with FastAPI - Solid understanding of REST APIs and microservice architectures - Experience applying Domain-Driven Design (DDD) - Strong SQL skills with PostgreSQL and/or SQL Server - Hands-on experience with Neo4j graph databases - Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes - Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Git - Understanding of secure software development principles - Excellent communication skills and experience working within Agile teams Desirable Experience - Databricks - Microsoft Azure - Event-driven architectures (Kafka, MQTT, Azure Event Hubs, etc.) - Geospatial or time-series data - Observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana or OpenTelemetry Eligibility Due to project requirements, applicants must be citizens of a NATO member country and currently reside within a NATO member country. Contract Details - Fully remote - Start: September 2026 - Initial contract through December 2026, with potential for extension - International engineering programme - Opportunity to work with modern technologies on technically challenging projects If you're an experienced Python Backend Developer looking to work on large-scale distributed systems using modern engineering practices, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV for a confidential discussion.

Software Developer Placement Programme No experience needed - From £27,000 to £65,000 per annum Trainee Software Developer £27,000£65,000 Job Programme This is a self-funded programme that leads to employment, fees apply. Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back click apply for full job details

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, JavaScript, Node) Location: Hybrid working within the south Salary: Competitive + benefits We're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers click apply for full job details

IT Process Developer required by a market-leading, award-winning professional services organisation based in Central Bristol. This is a hybrid role with 2 days per week onsite, offering flexibility. This role sits within an Agile delivery team focused on driving business efficiency, automation, and digital transformation, with a strong emphasis on the Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 ecosystem . You will work closely with both internal stakeholders and clients to design and deliver scalable, intelligent business processes, leveraging tools such as Power Automate, Power Apps, and Dynamics workflows. The successful candidate will bring experience in workflow and business process applications, alongside technical skills in JavaScript and/or T-SQL. Main responsibilities: - Design, develop, test, and deploy business processes and workflows across Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 , following Agile methodologies - Enhance and optimise existing applications within Power Platform and Dynamics, ensuring performance, security, and alignment with best practices - Build and maintain automation solutions using Power Automate and develop apps within Power Apps to improve operational efficiency - Ensure all new and existing processes are fully documented to a high standard - Develop and maintain reports and management information across Dynamics and Power Platform environments - Collaborate with wider IT teams to integrate processes across systems and applications, particularly within the Microsoft ecosystem - Provide support to business users and IT teams on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and related development tools - Manage and prioritise requests effectively, ensuring excellent service delivery to internal stakeholders Ideal background: - Proven experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) - Experience or strong understanding of workflow and business process applications, ideally within the Microsoft stack - Experience working in Agile environments - Practical knowledge of JavaScript and/or T-SQL - Strong analytical mindset with a proactive and solutions-focused approach - Experience contributing to projects as an active team member Desirable: - Experience with HTML and/or Visual Basic - Broader exposure to the Microsoft ecosystem, particularly deeper Dynamics 365 customisation This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a forward-thinking organisation heavily invested in Power Platform and Dynamics technologies . The role offers a competitive salary plus a 10% bonus, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including remote working, annual salary reviews, up to 30 days holiday, private medical insurance, pension, and more.

Node.js Developer Duration: 6 Months Location: 3 Days per week onsite in Bristol Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Start: ASAP Overview We're looking for an experienced Node.js Developer to join a team building scalable, real-time applications in AWS. You'll focus on backend development, event-driven systems, and data streaming solutions, working closely with engineers across the platform. Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience with Node.js and TypeScript Experience building APIs and microservices Experience with Kafka, Kinesis, or similar streaming technologies Strong understanding of event-driven architectures Hands-on AWS experience Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases Familiarity with CI/CD and modern development practices Desirable Skills React development experience Kubernetes or Terraform exposure GraphQL experience Experience with high-volume, real-time systems Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain backend services using Node.js and TypeScript Build scalable APIs and data streaming solutions Develop cloud-native applications on AWS Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software Contribute to code reviews, testing, and engineering best practices Optimise application performance, scalability, and reliability

Fullstack Frontend Developer (React) (Outside) Frontend Developer (React) Duration: 6 Months Location:3 Days a week onsite in North Bristol Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Start: ASAP Overview We're looking for an experienced Frontend Developer with strong React expertise to join a fast-paced team building modern, data-driven digital products. You'll play a key role in developing intuitive, high-performance user interfaces while collaborating closely with backend engineers, designers, and product teams. Tech Stack Frontend React TypeScript JavaScript (ES6+) HTML5, CSS3 Backend Exposure Node.js REST APIs / GraphQL Nice to Have AI integrations (OpenAI, Azure AI or similar) Next.js Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience developing frontend applications with React Advanced JavaScript and TypeScript skills Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, responsive design, and modern UI development Experience building reusable components and scalable frontend architectures Experience integrating REST APIs and third-party services Knowledge of state management tools such as Redux or Zustand Strong focus on performance, accessibility, and user experience Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest, Cypress, or Playwright Familiarity with Git and CI/CD practices Desirable Skills Experience with Next.js Exposure to AI-powered features or API integrations Knowledge of Node.js backend development Experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP Storybook and design systems experience Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain scalable React applications Build reusable UI components and frontend libraries Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products Ensure code quality through testing, code reviews, and best practices Optimise applications for performance, accessibility, and scalability

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, JavaScript, Node) Location: Hybrid working within the south Salary: Competitive + benefits We're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis. The Role - Lead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+) - Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modelling - Build proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of work - Break down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managers - Develop and deliver production-ready code across the full stack - Ensure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and security - Support and improve live systems once deployed - Influence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering function Tech Environment You'll work with a modern stack including: - Node.js microservices - JavaScript & TypeScript - Vue.js - Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake - AWS cloud infrastructure - CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices About You - Strong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years) - 5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experience - Solid background in system design and scalable architectures - Experience building large, production SaaS platforms - A clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code) - Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environments - A commercial mindset when designing and delivering software - Excellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders - Interest in using AI to accelerate and improve software development - A passion for performance, security and engineering best practice - Degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experience What's On Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package - Hybrid working - Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS business - Strong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement - Supportive, collaborative working environment - Community and charity initiatives, including volunteer days Send your CV across to me on email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Full Stack Developer / AWS Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Commutable from - Gloucestershire/Dorset/ Bridgwater Salary: £40,000 £70,000 per annum - Depending on experience Contract Type: Permanent Experience Level: Minimum 3 years' commercial experience Start Date: ASAP About the Role 167 Solutions is recruiting a talented Full Stack Developer to join a forward-thinking, AI-focused team based in Bristol click apply for full job details