Backend Integration Developer

Backend Polyglot Integration Developer – Modern PHP, OOP, APIs, Cloud

Hybrid : Two days in our client's Duxford office and three days working from home.

On Monday morning, you might be refining an API connection between a collections database and a public-facing platform. By Wednesday, you could be writing code PHP 8.2 or Python 3.1x to automate image processing for a new exhibition launch. Friday afternoon? Testing out an AI tool to help curators search archive materials faster.

That's the reality of life as a Backend Polyglot Integration Developer here. No two weeks look the same. The mix of backend software development, systems integration, and cloud infrastructure work means you'll constantly be learning, solving problems, and collaborating with colleagues from across the organisation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically adaptable polyglot developer to join a nationally respected cultural institution with an ambitious digital vision. You'll work on varied and meaningful projects; from API-driven integrations to AI experimentation - helping to shape a modern, secure, and scalable technology environment. You'll operate in a multi-platform environment : Windows is predominant, but production Linux systems are crucial to the role.

Backend Polyglot Integration Developer Key Skills – what we're looking for :

You don't need to have “Backend Integration Developer” on your CV to be a great fit. If you've worked in backend development, software engineering, or API management — and you're confident developing in more than one modern OO programming languages e.g. PHP, Python etc. and Linux — we'd love to hear from you.

Essential :

• Strong skills in backend development and systems integration.
• Modern PHP (v8+) experience, ideally including PHP 8.2+ or above.
• Additional experience Programming in an additional OO programming language e.g. Python, Perl etc.
• Proficiency in Linux server environments, with Windows server familiarity.
• Experience developing and managing APIs.
• AI familiarity personal or professional.
• Familiarity with MySQL and at least one search platform such as Elasticsearch or SOLR.
• Knowledge of Git, version control, and CI / CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Useful to have :

Backend Polyglot Integration Developer - What you'll be doing :

As a Backend Polyglot Integration Developer, you'll work across backend systems, APIs, and digital platforms to deliver seamless integrations, improve performance, and support new digital capabilities. This is a hands-on, varied role where you'll contribute ideas, explore new technologies, and make a visible impact.

Why join?

Salary & Benefits :

Ready to bring your backend and integration skills to an organisation with purpose?

Apply now for a confidential conversation about this unique opportunity.

Please note : Shortlisted candidates will receive the official job description later in the process. It will carry a different job title to the one advertised, but the scope and responsibilities remain exactly as described here.

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