Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, find digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, Agri finance, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in experienced people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and to innovate. A FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 23,300 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
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Description
Job description
As part of the team building People Technology tools, you will contribute directly to shaping the digital experiences that power our HR lifecycle - from performance to engagement and beyond. As a Backend Engineer, you'll architect and maintain scalable, secure, and backend services that underpin our custom applications. While the main focus is backend development, your TypeScript skills will allow you to collaborate across the stack, influencing frontend integrations, APIs, and developer tooling. You'll help build modern engineering practices, accelerate delivery through pipelines, and build reliable infrastructure that scales with our missions.
- Develop backend services using TypeScript and JavaScript.
- Collaborate with frontend and platform teams to deliver end-to-end features.
- Create Docker containers and support Kubernetes-based deployments.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, with Jenkins, to ensure streamlined deployment.
- Develop infrastructure using AWS services and ensure cost-effective, secure operations.
- Improve backend systems for performance and reliability, including legacy codebase debugging.
- Work with both relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL and MongoDB) to design efficient data models and queries.
- Participate in code reviews, version control workflows (Git), and enforce coding best practices.
- Contribute to observability through logging and monitoring tools.
- Support integration and configuration of headless CMS platforms.
- You'll report to a Product Development Manager.
Required skills
Essential
- TypeScript & JavaScript: backend experience, clean code principles (SOLID), unit testing, debugging legacy services.
- Docker & Containerization: Creating/managing Dockerfiles, container orchestration, Kubernetes familiarity.
- AWS: Proficiency with EC2, ECS, S3, IAM, deployment and scaling in cloud environments.
- Networking: understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancers in service architecture.
- Git: Advanced use of Git workflows, PRs, versioning, and conflict resolution.
- Databases: CRUD operations, indexing, and schema design with PostgreSQL and MongoDB.
- CI/CD: Jenkins familiarity, CI troubleshooting, test & deploy pipelines.
Good to have:
- Headless CMS: Experience with Directus, Strapi, or similar tools.
- OpenSearch/Elasticsearch: Indexing, health, and query optimization.
- Infrastructure as Code: Terraform-based environment setup and deployment.
- Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack or similar tools for system monitoring.
Collaborate across teams in sprint planning, technical design discussions, and retrospectives.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- 4+ years of backend development experience with emphasis on TypeScript.
- Demonstrated experience with containerized environments and modern CI/CD practices.
- Hands-on experience with AWS deployment and infrastructure scaling.
- Background in data-driven systems using PostgreSQL and NoSQL databases.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, infrastructure automation, and monitoring tools.
Additional Information
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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Benefits
Experian care for employee's work life balance, health, safety and wellbeing. To support this endeavor, we offer the best family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits and paid time off.
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This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.
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