All applicants must be a UK national to be considered for this opportunity due to the nature of this role and to allow for government security vetting (UKSV).

My client is a software house, developing and delivering innovative solutions through a dynamic team of experienced professionals and graduates. There is a strong culture with a collaborative working environment that promotes growth, creativity, and excellence. They are currently looking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer/Developer with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience to join their expanding team. This is a leadership role that encompasses all aspects of the software development lifecycle, from requirements capture to design, implementation, documentation, and testing. The successful candidate will thrive in an agile framework and will play a critical role in mentoring and leading a team of over 30 engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and upskilling for team members, conducting code reviews and defining best practices.
  
  
• Allocate work and break down technical tasks effectively.
  
  
• Engage in system design and application/database development.
  
  
• Ensure software assurance and quality through component, integration, and system testing.
  
  
• Document design processes and maintain accurate project records.
  
  Qualifications/Experience:
  
  Essential:
  
  
• A relevant degree in Computing/Engineering/Mathematics (STEM) and at least 8 years of software development experience.
  
  
• Proven experience leading technical projects.
  
  
• In-depth knowledge of system architecture, microservices, APIs, and cloud technologies.
  
  
• Proficiency in one or more coding languages, including:
  
  
  • Web Development: HTML/CSS/JS/React
    
    
  • ASP.Net C#
    
    
  • PHP
    
    
  • C#
    
    
  • Python
    
    
  • JavaScript
    
    
  • SQL
    
    Desirable:
    
    
• Familiarity with UI/UX best practices and application deployment/maintenance.
  
  
• Experience with relational and document/NoSQL databases.
  
  
• Knowledge of Agile/DevOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
  
  
• Exposure to machine learning principles and tools (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
  
  
• Understanding of cloud services (Azure, AWS, GCP) and technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  
  
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and testing frameworks (Puppeteer, Jest).
  
  Personal Attributes:
  
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
  
  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  
  
• Ability to adapt and lead through change in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
• A self-starter with the capability to work independently and collaboratively.
  
  Benefits:
  
  
• Private health care and sickness cover.
  
  
• Salary sacrifice options.
  
  
• A vibrant team culture that encourages professional development and personal growth