Lead Backend Engineer (£110k-£130k) at Midnite - Series C fintech backed by The Raine Group
About the role
Lead Backend Engineer at Midnite to spearhead a brand-new AI and Back Office team. This is a rare player-manager opportunity at a remote-first UK Series C startup, offering autonomy to build greenfield internal platforms and shape how a fintech uses AI to boost engineering workflows.
The role requires 7+ years of Python experience and a track record of productionizing LLM-driven tools.
About Midnite
Midnite is a UK-based sportsbook and casino operator that offers sports betting, esports wagering, casino games, and live dealer experiences through an in-house built platform. Originally focused on esports, it has expanded to include traditional sports, horse racing, and casino games targeted at a new generation of players. Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and the Irish Revenue Commissioner, Midnite targets a gamer-centric audience with a product-led approach.
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Job details
Salary
£130,000 - £130,000
Location
Remote
Funding
Total raised
$75M
Last stage
Series C
Investors
Founders
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.