We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.
Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.
Why you will love this opportunity as (Senior Software Engineer) at Civica
At Civica, we build technology that powers public services and improves lives. From government and housing to healthcare and education, our software supports over 100 million citizens globally. We’re proud to be a GovTech champion driving innovation that matters.
We’re looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer with strong Golang expertise to join our collaborative engineering team. If you’re passionate about building scalable, secure systems that make a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain large-scale backend systems using Golang.
- Lead technical decisions and own complex system components.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, secure solutions.
- Mentor engineers and promote best practices in architecture, design, and coding.
- Build and optimise RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and contribute to a culture of continuous delivery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues using modern observability tools.
Requirements
We'd like you to have experience with:
- Significant experience in backend development (or equivalent experience), with strong Golang skills.
- Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design.
- Experience with cloud platforms, containerisation, and orchestration tools.
- Familiarity with distributed systems, caching, and messaging queues.
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for mentoring and technical leadership.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
It would also be great if you have experience with:
- Knowledge of observability practices (logging, metrics, tracing) and monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
- Understanding of cloud security best practices, including IAM policies and secret management.
Benefits
Why You'll Love Working with Us
As a company, we're passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve. If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organizations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities.
We know that when our people are happy, they work better and have greater job satisfaction. Here's what you can expect:
Time Off & Work-Life Balance
✔ 25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days!
✔ Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.
Financial Well-being & Security
✔ Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future.
✔ Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness.
✔ Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum.
✔ Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).
Health & Perks
✔ Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare.
✔ Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more.
✔ Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care.
✔ Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities.
✔ Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.
At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.
If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you.
Top Skills
What We Do
Civica is one of the UK’s largest software companies, with over 30 years of proven expertise in delivering improved outcomes for public services around the world.
