Senior Backend Developer

We are looking for a passionate Senior Backend Developer who thrives on solving complex problems and building systems that scale. You'll be at the forefront of creating next-generation backend services that genuinely make a difference for our customers and business. In this role, you’ll have the freedom to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to mentor others—because we believe learning and sharing knowledge makes a team truly exceptional. We believe great work happens when talented people have the best tools. That’s why you’ll have top-of-the-range equipment and a workspace designed for creativity, collaboration, and getting things done. Why Join Us? - Modern tech stack and a strong culture of engineering excellence. - Hybrid options within the UK. - Career progression into tech leadership or architecture. - Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate. Why Acorn Insurance? We want to give you more than a job; we want to provide you with a purpose and a career. Some of the your tomorrow benefits include enhanced annual leave entitlement starting at 31 days, enhanced paternity pay, and 16 weeks of full maternity pay. Our colleague assistance program offers a suite of wellbeing services, including free counseling sessions and access to a trained therapist mentor. We also provide financial benefits such as life assurance, earnings access before payday, and a flexible benefits platform. Finally, we acknowledge and celebrate our team's contributions through long service awards and engaging company events. All roles are subject to DBS and financial checks, and any offer made will be conditional until these checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. We are open to candidates with experience in roles such as Software Developer, Senior System Developer, Software Engineer, Systems Developer, and Backend Services.