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Senior Backend Developer - AI

Damia Group is a leading technology recruitment and talent solutions provider, connecting innovative companies with top-tier tech talent across the UK and Europe.

Damia Group

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Uphill Health is hiring a Senior Backend Developer - AI to join their team and build the next generation of AI infrastructure for healthcare. They are looking for a developer with experience in Python, AI frameworks, and AWS services to design and build AI agent pipelines, develop and maintain backend microservices, and contribute to the AWS cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

  • MSc/BSc in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of backend development experience in production environments
  • Strong proficiency in Python
  • Experience building and integrating LLM-powered applications using Python AI frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, or equivalent)
  • Experience in event-driven architecture — SQS, Kafka, or similar message queues
  • Experience with AWS services: ECS/Fargate, S3, SQS, EventBridge, AI services
  • Proficiency with PostgreSQL and Redis
  • Strong testing experience — Unit, Integration, E2E
  • Rigorous about code quality
  • Experience taking part in architectural discussions and decisions
  • Keen awareness of the evolving AI landscape, including LLM integrations and agent patterns in day-to-day engineering work
  • Strong observability mindset: familiarity with tools like Datadog, CloudWatch, or OpenTelemetry — understands the importance of logging, metrics, and alerting in a production-grade SaaS product
  • Fluency in English

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Top-tier equipment — new MacBook + budget for peripherals
  • Flexible schedule and hybrid work model

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About Damia Group

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At Damia Group, we are redefining the landscape of technology recruitment through a relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. With over three decades of industry experience, we have evolved into a premier talent solutions provider, dedicated to connecting the world's most forward-thinking organizations with the elite technology talent they require to drive digital transformation. Our mission is anchored in the belief that the right people are the catalysts for technological breakthroughs, and we leverage our deep market insights to facilitate these critical connections.

We pride ourselves on our 'Innovation Focus' approach, which goes beyond traditional recruitment. By integrating advanced sourcing strategies with a profound understanding of the tech sector—ranging from software development to cybersecurity and government defence—we ensure that our partners are equipped with the human capital necessary to scale efficiently and securely. Our services, including our bespoke 'Recruitment Cockpit' and specialized Academy, are designed to empower businesses to navigate the complexities of the modern digital economy with agility and confidence.

As an employee-owned organization, we foster a culture of ownership and commitment that permeates every interaction. We are not just filling positions; we are architecting the future of work by building robust, high-performing teams that are capable of solving the most complex technical challenges. Whether through our permanent recruitment, staff augmentation, or comprehensive RPO solutions, Damia Group stands at the forefront of the industry, championing a future where technology and talent converge to create unparalleled value.

Employee benefits

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Bonus Scheme

Performance-based bonus opportunities.

Paid Vacation

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

Contributory Pension Scheme

Company contributes to employee pension plans.

Private Medical Insurance

Medical/Private Insurance provided to employees.

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