TRCI-26-04395
Backend/Platform Software Engineer (Python/Node.js) — Integrations & Automation
Contract backend/platform engineer needed in London (5–7 years) to build and maintain internal portal/work-board integrations and workflow automation tools. You’ll develop clean, scalable services and scripts in Python or Node.js, integrate third-party SaaS platforms (Monday.com, Rightsline, Salesforce) via REST/GraphQL APIs, and support cloud/containerised deployments (AWS/GCP, Docker). You’ll work in an agile team with Git-based code reviews and contribute to CI/CD and operational problem-solving; exposure to digital media workflows/metadata is a plus.
Position summary
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years and Maximum 7 years
Role overview
Why This Role Matters.
Contract backend/platform engineer needed in London (5–7 years) to build and maintain internal portal/work-board integrations and workflow automation tools. You’ll develop clean, scalable services and scripts in Python or Node.js, integrate third-party SaaS platforms (Monday.com, Rightsline, Salesforce) via REST/GraphQL APIs, and support cloud/containerised deployments (AWS/GCP, Docker). You’ll work in an agile team with Git-based code reviews and contribute to CI/CD and operational problem-solving; exposure to digital media workflows/metadata is a plus.
Your Impact
Deliver Enterprise Value
Help organisations solve complex business problems through modern technology, consulting expertise and measurable outcomes.
Collaboration
Work Across Teams
Collaborate with consultants, architects, engineers and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Growth
Learn Continuously
Gain exposure to enterprise technologies, certifications, mentoring and real-world project experience.
Career Path
Grow With Ubique
Build a long-term consulting career with opportunities to take on greater responsibility and leadership over time.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing.
Every role at Ubique contributes directly to solving meaningful business challenges for our clients.
Workflow Automation: Develop and maintain automated pre-match media scripting and metadata extraction tools using Python/Node.js.
System Integration: Integrate third-party SaaS platforms and operational tools ( Monday.com, Rightsline, Salesforce) using enterprise REST/GraphQL APIs.
Infrastructure Support: Assist in the deployment and configuration of Cloud NAS infrastructure and digital asset management tools.
Agile Collaboration: Participate in daily sprint ceremonies, working closely with the Technical BA to estimate technical effort and deliver user stories. Skills You’ll Need (Minimum Criteria)
Extensive experience as a Software Engineer, Platform Engineer, or Backend Developer.
Strong coding skills in Python or Node.js, with a solid understanding of API development and integration.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) and containerisation (Docker).
Experience using Git version control and participating in code reviews within an agile team environment. Other Things We’re Looking For (Key Criteria)
Interest or experience in digital media workflows, video processing, or metadata management.
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset, ready to tackle operational blockers hands-on.
Technology stack
Tools & Technologies.
The platforms and technologies you'll use to build modern, enterprise-grade solutions.
Python
Node.js
REST API
GraphQL
API integration
Monday.com
Rightsline
Salesforce
AWS
GCP
Docker
Git
CI/CD
Cloud NAS
Digital Asset Management
metadata extraction
workflow automation
agile
sprints
code reviews
Requirements
Skills & Experience.
We value curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning. If you don't meet every requirement but believe you can make an impact, we'd still love to hear from you.
Essential
Required Qualifications
Backend/software engineering experience (5–7 years implied)
Strong coding in Python or Node.js
API development and integration (REST and/or GraphQL)
Integrating third-party SaaS platforms/operational tools
Cloud familiarity (AWS or GCP)
Containerisation with Docker
Git version control
Agile delivery (sprint ceremonies) and code reviews
Preferred
Nice to Have
Digital media workflows, video processing, or metadata management exposure
CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices
Infrastructure support for Cloud NAS and digital asset management (DAM) tools
Strong hands-on operational troubleshooting/problem solving
What you'll gain
More Than Just A Job.
We're committed to helping every team member grow professionally, personally and technically while working on meaningful projects.
Global Exposure
Collaborate with international clients and multicultural teams on enterprise programmes.
Continuous Learning
Expand your expertise through mentoring, certifications and hands-on project experience.
Career Growth
Take ownership, develop leadership skills and grow your consulting career over time.
Flexible Working
Hybrid and remote collaboration designed around trust and delivering exceptional outcomes.
People First
Join a supportive culture where collaboration, respect and long-term relationships come first.
Enterprise Projects
Work on meaningful technology initiatives for leading organisations across industries.
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