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Algorithm Developer

Via · London

Posted 13 days ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
13 days
Via's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
66% of Via's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Via
high
113 stale, 0 reposted of 157 open
Hiring momentum
219 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Via's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Via.

About this role

As an Algorithm Developer at Via, you will be part of the R&D team in London, focusing on the development and maintenance of proprietary algorithms that support transportation solutions. Your role will involve taking ownership of a complex codebase, improving mission-critical services, and collaborating closely with devops and algorithm teams to enhance system performance for users. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work with large-scale algorithms and has a strong background in software engineering.

Our read on this posting3.0out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Via as an employer.

What you need

  • M.Sc. in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Mathematics / similar field
  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on industry experience in backend development (Python)
  • Solid background in software engineering methodologies, such as git, CI/CD
  • Ability to quickly master concepts, disciplines and methods
  • Team player with the ability to work well with others and independently
  • Pragmatic problem-solving skills

Nice to have

  • Experience with DevOps in cloud infrastructure (Kubernetes, etc.)
  • Experience in architecture and maintaining cloud systems

What you get

  • Competitive compensation including equity
  • Hybrid working model
  • Spacious office near Chancery Lane with weekly team lunches
  • Comprehensive health scheme offered through AXA
  • Partnership with YellowNest to reduce childcare fees for working parents

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed
  • Focus on backend development may limit exposure to frontend technologies
  • Emphasis on hands-on work may not suit those preferring high-level design or architecture roles

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Listed by Via on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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