National Residential Landlords Association
London, UK
Location:
Based from either our Manchester or London office – with some home working possible
The NRLA: Who we are
The NRLA is the UK’s largest organisation representing private residential landlords, a community of over 110,000 members across England and Wales. We’re on a mission to transform how landlords manage their properties, stay compliant, and operate day to day. And that means building the next generation of digital tools that will define the private rented sector for years to come.
We’re not here to be average. We’re carving out a bold digital path and building the foundations of what will become the operating system for the Private Rental Sector (PRS). To do that, we need talented, curious, forward-thinking developers who want to stretch themselves, learn new stacks, and help shape genuinely meaningful technology.
Recognised with Investors in People Gold and named by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, we offer a supportive, ambitious environment where innovation isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. With hybrid working from our Manchester and London hubs, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and the desire to push boundaries.
If you want to build purposeful tech, upskill across multiple modern stacks, and play a key role in shaping the NRLA’s digital future, we’d love to hear from you.
The NRLA package:
25 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with three years’ service, 27 days with five years’ service and 28 days with seven years’ service
Additional annual day off for your birthday
Salary exchange Pension scheme
Life assurance
Cash plan health and wellbeing benefit including Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
Sick pay
Cycle purchase loans, season tickets loans and interest free staff loans
Complimentary NRLA membership
Non contractual annual performance-related bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing the NRLA’s property management platform within a modern monorepo architecture.
This role requires expertise in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Node.js/Firebase) development, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions that serve landlords and tenants.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within an agile team environment, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle while maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Developing high quality, scalable solutions code across both the frontend and backend for landlords and property management professionals.
Working collaboratively with Product, Design, and Delivery teams to gather requirements, investigate solutions and translating into technical ...
Building and maintaining an Angular-based web application and Firebase Cloud Functions.
Working within a monorepo architecture using modern development tools and practices.
Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance best practices.
Supporting code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Duties And Key Responsibilities
Key Technologies:
Frontend: Angular 16, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material
Backend: Node.js 20, Firebase Cloud Functions, Express.js
Database: Firebase Firestore, BigQuery
Cloud: Google Cloud Platform, Firebase
Testing: Jest, Storybook
Build Tools: pnpm, Turborepo, Angular CLI
DevOps: Google Cloud Build, Infisical, Sentry, Shell Scripting
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Technical Development and Implementation:
Develop and maintain Angular 16+ applications using TypeScript, RxJS, and Angular Material
Build and maintain Firebase Cloud Functions using Node.js 20 and TypeScript
Implement responsive, accessible UI components following modern design patterns
Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services (Stripe, SendGrid, Algolia, Moneyhub, etc.)
Work with Google Cloud Platform services including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Tasks, and Pub/Sub
Software Development and Delivery:
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests using Jest
Work within a monorepo structure using pnpm workspaces
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Google Cloud Build and Firebase deployment tools
Manage application state and data flow using reactive programming patterns
Optimize application performance
Professional Development and Collaboration:
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to refine requirements
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in web development
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in technical discussions and architectural decision-making
Technical Operations and Quality Assurance:
Monitor application performance using Sentry error tracking and analytics
Implement security best practices
Debug and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Maintain test coverage and ensure comprehensive testing strategies
Perform database migrations and manage Firestore data structures
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
Gather and analyse requirements from business stakeholders
Provide technical estimates and delivery timelines
Present demos and progress updates to stakeholders
Collaborate with external partners and third-party service providers
Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise when needed
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Relevant certifications in Angular, Google Cloud Platform, or Firebase (desirable)
Evidence of ongoing professional development or contributions to technical communities (desirable).
Skills And Abilities:
Frontend Development: Knowledge of Angular (v16+), TypeScript, ES6+, RxJS, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS
Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, and serverless architectures
Database: Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly Firebase Firestore
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative development practices
Testing: Experience with Jest and test-driven development approaches
API Integration: Ability to integrate and work with third-party APIs and services
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience:
Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional software development experience
Proven experience building production-grade Angular applications
Experience with Firebase Cloud Functions and serverless architectures
Track record of working in monorepo environments (desirable)
Experience with payment processing systems (Stripe) and financial integrations
Familiarity with property management or real estate technology (desirable)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Background in agile/scrum development methodologies
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern ES6+ features
Knowledge of reactive programming patterns and state management
Understanding of RESTful API design principles
Familiarity with authentication and authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development
Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
Understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures
Personal Attributes and other requirements:
Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with commitment to code quality and best practices
A keen eye for detail when working with UI
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for creating excellent user experiences
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Ability to work hybrid from Manchester or London office
02/12/2025
Full time
Location:
Based from either our Manchester or London office – with some home working possible
The NRLA: Who we are
The NRLA is the UK’s largest organisation representing private residential landlords, a community of over 110,000 members across England and Wales. We’re on a mission to transform how landlords manage their properties, stay compliant, and operate day to day. And that means building the next generation of digital tools that will define the private rented sector for years to come.
We’re not here to be average. We’re carving out a bold digital path and building the foundations of what will become the operating system for the Private Rental Sector (PRS). To do that, we need talented, curious, forward-thinking developers who want to stretch themselves, learn new stacks, and help shape genuinely meaningful technology.
Recognised with Investors in People Gold and named by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, we offer a supportive, ambitious environment where innovation isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. With hybrid working from our Manchester and London hubs, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and the desire to push boundaries.
If you want to build purposeful tech, upskill across multiple modern stacks, and play a key role in shaping the NRLA’s digital future, we’d love to hear from you.
The NRLA package:
25 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with three years’ service, 27 days with five years’ service and 28 days with seven years’ service
Additional annual day off for your birthday
Salary exchange Pension scheme
Life assurance
Cash plan health and wellbeing benefit including Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
Sick pay
Cycle purchase loans, season tickets loans and interest free staff loans
Complimentary NRLA membership
Non contractual annual performance-related bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing the NRLA’s property management platform within a modern monorepo architecture.
This role requires expertise in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Node.js/Firebase) development, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions that serve landlords and tenants.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within an agile team environment, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle while maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Developing high quality, scalable solutions code across both the frontend and backend for landlords and property management professionals.
Working collaboratively with Product, Design, and Delivery teams to gather requirements, investigate solutions and translating into technical ...
Building and maintaining an Angular-based web application and Firebase Cloud Functions.
Working within a monorepo architecture using modern development tools and practices.
Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance best practices.
Supporting code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Duties And Key Responsibilities
Key Technologies:
Frontend: Angular 16, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material
Backend: Node.js 20, Firebase Cloud Functions, Express.js
Database: Firebase Firestore, BigQuery
Cloud: Google Cloud Platform, Firebase
Testing: Jest, Storybook
Build Tools: pnpm, Turborepo, Angular CLI
DevOps: Google Cloud Build, Infisical, Sentry, Shell Scripting
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Technical Development and Implementation:
Develop and maintain Angular 16+ applications using TypeScript, RxJS, and Angular Material
Build and maintain Firebase Cloud Functions using Node.js 20 and TypeScript
Implement responsive, accessible UI components following modern design patterns
Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services (Stripe, SendGrid, Algolia, Moneyhub, etc.)
Work with Google Cloud Platform services including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Tasks, and Pub/Sub
Software Development and Delivery:
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests using Jest
Work within a monorepo structure using pnpm workspaces
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Google Cloud Build and Firebase deployment tools
Manage application state and data flow using reactive programming patterns
Optimize application performance
Professional Development and Collaboration:
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to refine requirements
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in web development
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in technical discussions and architectural decision-making
Technical Operations and Quality Assurance:
Monitor application performance using Sentry error tracking and analytics
Implement security best practices
Debug and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Maintain test coverage and ensure comprehensive testing strategies
Perform database migrations and manage Firestore data structures
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
Gather and analyse requirements from business stakeholders
Provide technical estimates and delivery timelines
Present demos and progress updates to stakeholders
Collaborate with external partners and third-party service providers
Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise when needed
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Relevant certifications in Angular, Google Cloud Platform, or Firebase (desirable)
Evidence of ongoing professional development or contributions to technical communities (desirable).
Skills And Abilities:
Frontend Development: Knowledge of Angular (v16+), TypeScript, ES6+, RxJS, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS
Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, and serverless architectures
Database: Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly Firebase Firestore
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative development practices
Testing: Experience with Jest and test-driven development approaches
API Integration: Ability to integrate and work with third-party APIs and services
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience:
Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional software development experience
Proven experience building production-grade Angular applications
Experience with Firebase Cloud Functions and serverless architectures
Track record of working in monorepo environments (desirable)
Experience with payment processing systems (Stripe) and financial integrations
Familiarity with property management or real estate technology (desirable)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Background in agile/scrum development methodologies
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern ES6+ features
Knowledge of reactive programming patterns and state management
Understanding of RESTful API design principles
Familiarity with authentication and authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development
Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
Understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures
Personal Attributes and other requirements:
Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with commitment to code quality and best practices
A keen eye for detail when working with UI
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for creating excellent user experiences
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Ability to work hybrid from Manchester or London office
Role and Responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing.
You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.”
You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements.
The job role will consist of the below responsibilities:
Development
CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C#
Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern
Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API
Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights)
Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required
Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items
Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL)
Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing
Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB
Technical Documentation
Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides
Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls)
Support
Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees
Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues
Requirement Gathering:
Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements
Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes
Accountability and Working Relationships
Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team
Partners closely with CTO (hands on)
Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions
Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification
Working Environment and Hours:
Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred)
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones
Benefits
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme
Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones
Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business
Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work
Skills – Essential
C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API
Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms
Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset
TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management
Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC
Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts
CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management
Skills – Desirable
Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore
React Native and building mobile apps
Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows)
Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture
Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow)
Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones
Twilio API
Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms
Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API
Development Path
Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
12/11/2025
Full time
Role and Responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing.
You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.”
You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements.
The job role will consist of the below responsibilities:
Development
CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C#
Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern
Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API
Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights)
Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required
Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items
Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL)
Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing
Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB
Technical Documentation
Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides
Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls)
Support
Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees
Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues
Requirement Gathering:
Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements
Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes
Accountability and Working Relationships
Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team
Partners closely with CTO (hands on)
Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions
Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification
Working Environment and Hours:
Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred)
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones
Benefits
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme
Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones
Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business
Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work
Skills – Essential
C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API
Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms
Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset
TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management
Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC
Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts
CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management
Skills – Desirable
Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore
React Native and building mobile apps
Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows)
Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture
Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow)
Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones
Twilio API
Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms
Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API
Development Path
Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Senior Software Engineer (Generative AI Platform) - 6-Month Contract - £650/day (Outside IR35) Location: UK or Europe (Europe preferred - remote-friendly) Rate: £650/day Duration: 6 months (strong extension potential) A high-performance engineering group is building a next-generation Generative AI platform designed to enable autonomous software-engineering agents and fully agentic workflows . This is a rare opportunity to operate at the frontier of AI-for-coding , working with emerging tools and shaping what engineering will look like in the next decade. If you're excited by LLM-powered development, agentic reasoning, and building new systems in Go - this is your contract. What You'll Be Working On Engineering Go (Golang) services forming the core of a large-scale GenAI developer platform. Building autonomous AI agents that write, review, debug, and execute code in Real Time. Developing agentic, multi-step workflows for planning, orchestration, reasoning, and iterative improvement. Working within Claude , Cursor , and other cutting-edge AI developer environments. Collaborating with a senior engineering organisation delivering high-impact projects across a major global tech ecosystem. What We're Looking For Deep, hands-on experience with Go (Golang) in production systems. Strong background in AI-for-coding , LLM-driven development, or autonomous agent frameworks. Experience designing or building LLM-powered platforms , tooling, or automation. Knowledge of distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or platform engineering. Passion for fast-moving, experimental R&D environments where the tech evolves daily. Why This Contract You'll work in a domain with breakthroughs happening constantly - no Legacy, no stagnation. You'll stay plugged into the absolute forefront of Generative AI , engineering automation, and emergent agentic systems. Exposure to large-scale, high-impact projects inside a global technology ecosystem. The chance to influence architecture, AI agent behaviour, and how future engineering organisations will operate. A role ideal for engineers who love experimentation, innovation, and high-autonomy problem solving. Who Should Apply? Contractors anywhere in Europe (preferred) Contractors in the UK (also welcome) Engineers with strong AI-for-coding experience and solid Golang fundamentals People who want to build things that didn't exist last year Interested? Send your details to discuss the role - this is one of the most forward-looking GenAI engineering contracts available right now.
12/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Software Engineer (Generative AI Platform) - 6-Month Contract - £650/day (Outside IR35) Location: UK or Europe (Europe preferred - remote-friendly) Rate: £650/day Duration: 6 months (strong extension potential) A high-performance engineering group is building a next-generation Generative AI platform designed to enable autonomous software-engineering agents and fully agentic workflows . This is a rare opportunity to operate at the frontier of AI-for-coding , working with emerging tools and shaping what engineering will look like in the next decade. If you're excited by LLM-powered development, agentic reasoning, and building new systems in Go - this is your contract. What You'll Be Working On Engineering Go (Golang) services forming the core of a large-scale GenAI developer platform. Building autonomous AI agents that write, review, debug, and execute code in Real Time. Developing agentic, multi-step workflows for planning, orchestration, reasoning, and iterative improvement. Working within Claude , Cursor , and other cutting-edge AI developer environments. Collaborating with a senior engineering organisation delivering high-impact projects across a major global tech ecosystem. What We're Looking For Deep, hands-on experience with Go (Golang) in production systems. Strong background in AI-for-coding , LLM-driven development, or autonomous agent frameworks. Experience designing or building LLM-powered platforms , tooling, or automation. Knowledge of distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or platform engineering. Passion for fast-moving, experimental R&D environments where the tech evolves daily. Why This Contract You'll work in a domain with breakthroughs happening constantly - no Legacy, no stagnation. You'll stay plugged into the absolute forefront of Generative AI , engineering automation, and emergent agentic systems. Exposure to large-scale, high-impact projects inside a global technology ecosystem. The chance to influence architecture, AI agent behaviour, and how future engineering organisations will operate. A role ideal for engineers who love experimentation, innovation, and high-autonomy problem solving. Who Should Apply? Contractors anywhere in Europe (preferred) Contractors in the UK (also welcome) Engineers with strong AI-for-coding experience and solid Golang fundamentals People who want to build things that didn't exist last year Interested? Send your details to discuss the role - this is one of the most forward-looking GenAI engineering contracts available right now.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Frontend Developer with strong expertise in TypeScript to join our growing development team. In this role, you will work on building high-quality, scalable, and responsive web applications using React and TypeScript. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences, optimize performance, and contribute to the overall architecture of our platform. Initially it will be a six-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in their London office. It is a full-time role, 40 hours per week. Accountabilities: Develop and maintain scalable and responsive web applications using React.js and TypeScript. Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement modern, intuitive, and visually appealing user interfaces. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices. Optimize applications for maximum performance across a wide range of devices and browsers. Participate in code reviews and maintain a high level of code quality. Troubleshoot and debug issues in both development and production environments. Contribute to architectural decisions and collaborate with other engineers on overall application design. Ensure the scalability and security of applications by following best development practices. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating new tools and libraries into the project as appropriate. Work with version control systems like Git and ensure continuous integration and deployment processes are followed. Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate RESTful APIs and handle data flow effectively. Knowledge and Skills: Proven experience in React.js and TypeScript development. Strong understanding of JavaScript and modern front-end technologies. Experience with state management libraries like Redux, Recoil, or similar. Familiarity with RESTful APIs Experience with version control systems, such as Git. Solid understanding of web development fundamentals: HTML, CSS, and responsive design. Strong debugging skills and the ability to troubleshoot performance issues. Ability to write clean, modular, and well-documented code. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
12/03/2026
Contractor
We are seeking a talented and motivated Frontend Developer with strong expertise in TypeScript to join our growing development team. In this role, you will work on building high-quality, scalable, and responsive web applications using React and TypeScript. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences, optimize performance, and contribute to the overall architecture of our platform. Initially it will be a six-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in their London office. It is a full-time role, 40 hours per week. Accountabilities: Develop and maintain scalable and responsive web applications using React.js and TypeScript. Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement modern, intuitive, and visually appealing user interfaces. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices. Optimize applications for maximum performance across a wide range of devices and browsers. Participate in code reviews and maintain a high level of code quality. Troubleshoot and debug issues in both development and production environments. Contribute to architectural decisions and collaborate with other engineers on overall application design. Ensure the scalability and security of applications by following best development practices. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating new tools and libraries into the project as appropriate. Work with version control systems like Git and ensure continuous integration and deployment processes are followed. Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate RESTful APIs and handle data flow effectively. Knowledge and Skills: Proven experience in React.js and TypeScript development. Strong understanding of JavaScript and modern front-end technologies. Experience with state management libraries like Redux, Recoil, or similar. Familiarity with RESTful APIs Experience with version control systems, such as Git. Solid understanding of web development fundamentals: HTML, CSS, and responsive design. Strong debugging skills and the ability to troubleshoot performance issues. Ability to write clean, modular, and well-documented code. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Senior Automation Tester Civil Service Up to 56,000 + 29% Pension Hybrid UK Introduction We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected UK government organisation that plays a key role in protecting innovation and intellectual property in the UK. As a Senior Automation Tester, you will lead the end-to-end automation testing process, covering front-end, back-end, and non-functional testing across a cloud-first Azure environment. Why This Role? Exceptional Civil Service pension - defined benefit scheme. Hybrid working with genuine flexibility. Up to 56,000 salary. Meaningful work protecting inventors, creators, and businesses across the UK. Modern technology stack - focus on real engineering, not legacy maintenance. Structured career development with pathways into senior engineering and architecture. Job stability with the pace of active digital transformation. Inclusive, people-first culture with focus on wellbeing and work-life balance. What You'll Do Develop and maintain test strategies, approaches, and documentation. Work within large, cross-functional Agile delivery teams. Contribute to non-functional testing using JMeter and Azure Load Test. Collaborate closely with developers, architects, and business stakeholders. Champion quality engineering best practices across the team. Work with data models and write SQL to support testing activities. What We're Looking For Proven delivery experience on large, complex technical projects. Experience with cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure. Strong knowledge of Agile delivery models. Experience writing and maintaining test documentation (strategies, approaches, plans). Testing front-end and back-end web services. Working knowledge of Azure DevOps. Experience with data models and SQL queries. Deep understanding of architectural principles and design patterns. MS Visual Studio with C#. Selenium, BDD, SpecFlow, MSTest. RestSharp and JavaScript. Non-functional testing tools: JMeter, Azure Load Test. Source control with GitHub. Interested? Apply today with your CV to join a team delivering impactful digital solutions in the Civil Service. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
12/03/2026
Full time
Senior Automation Tester Civil Service Up to 56,000 + 29% Pension Hybrid UK Introduction We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected UK government organisation that plays a key role in protecting innovation and intellectual property in the UK. As a Senior Automation Tester, you will lead the end-to-end automation testing process, covering front-end, back-end, and non-functional testing across a cloud-first Azure environment. Why This Role? Exceptional Civil Service pension - defined benefit scheme. Hybrid working with genuine flexibility. Up to 56,000 salary. Meaningful work protecting inventors, creators, and businesses across the UK. Modern technology stack - focus on real engineering, not legacy maintenance. Structured career development with pathways into senior engineering and architecture. Job stability with the pace of active digital transformation. Inclusive, people-first culture with focus on wellbeing and work-life balance. What You'll Do Develop and maintain test strategies, approaches, and documentation. Work within large, cross-functional Agile delivery teams. Contribute to non-functional testing using JMeter and Azure Load Test. Collaborate closely with developers, architects, and business stakeholders. Champion quality engineering best practices across the team. Work with data models and write SQL to support testing activities. What We're Looking For Proven delivery experience on large, complex technical projects. Experience with cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure. Strong knowledge of Agile delivery models. Experience writing and maintaining test documentation (strategies, approaches, plans). Testing front-end and back-end web services. Working knowledge of Azure DevOps. Experience with data models and SQL queries. Deep understanding of architectural principles and design patterns. MS Visual Studio with C#. Selenium, BDD, SpecFlow, MSTest. RestSharp and JavaScript. Non-functional testing tools: JMeter, Azure Load Test. Source control with GitHub. Interested? Apply today with your CV to join a team delivering impactful digital solutions in the Civil Service. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
A fantastic, fully remote opportunity! Are you an experienced Full Stack PHP Developer with React? This well-established SaaS platform used by businesses across the UK prides itself on providing a stable, reliable, and feature-rich service to its large portfolio of clients. They foster a collaborative, supportive, and fully remote working environment where talented developers can really thrive. The Role: We are seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack PHP Developer to join their dedicated development team. You will play a crucial role in the ongoing development, maintenance, and enhancement of their core SaaS platform. Working across the full stack, you'll be involved in building new features, optimising existing code, and ensuring the scalability and reliability of their application. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to a great product within a stable company environment, utilising modern PHP practices and front-end technologies like React. Key Responsibilities: Develop, test, and deploy robust backend features using PHP and frameworks like Slim4. Build and maintain responsive and engaging user interfaces using React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to translate requirements into technical solutions. Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and testable code. Optimise application performance and ensure scalability. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the stack. Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions. Work with relational databases (e.g., MySQL/PostgreSQL) to design schemas and write efficient queries. Maintain and improve the codebase and development practices. Required Skills & Experience: Proven commercial experience as a Full Stack PHP Developer. Strong proficiency in modern PHP Significant commercial experience with at least one major PHP MVC framework Solid commercial experience developing front-end applications using React . Ideally an understanding of React Native (even with personal projects) Proficiency in front-end fundamentals: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+). Experience working with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and writing complex SQL queries. Proficient with version control systems, particularly Git. Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team. Eligibility Requirement: Must be currently based in the United Kingdom and possess the full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. What they offer: Competitive salary package. Fully remote working arrangement within the UK. Opportunity to work on a successful, established SaaS product with a stable company. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. For immediate consideration, apply with your CV or feel free to call for more details.
12/03/2026
Full time
A fantastic, fully remote opportunity! Are you an experienced Full Stack PHP Developer with React? This well-established SaaS platform used by businesses across the UK prides itself on providing a stable, reliable, and feature-rich service to its large portfolio of clients. They foster a collaborative, supportive, and fully remote working environment where talented developers can really thrive. The Role: We are seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack PHP Developer to join their dedicated development team. You will play a crucial role in the ongoing development, maintenance, and enhancement of their core SaaS platform. Working across the full stack, you'll be involved in building new features, optimising existing code, and ensuring the scalability and reliability of their application. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to a great product within a stable company environment, utilising modern PHP practices and front-end technologies like React. Key Responsibilities: Develop, test, and deploy robust backend features using PHP and frameworks like Slim4. Build and maintain responsive and engaging user interfaces using React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to translate requirements into technical solutions. Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and testable code. Optimise application performance and ensure scalability. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the stack. Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions. Work with relational databases (e.g., MySQL/PostgreSQL) to design schemas and write efficient queries. Maintain and improve the codebase and development practices. Required Skills & Experience: Proven commercial experience as a Full Stack PHP Developer. Strong proficiency in modern PHP Significant commercial experience with at least one major PHP MVC framework Solid commercial experience developing front-end applications using React . Ideally an understanding of React Native (even with personal projects) Proficiency in front-end fundamentals: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+). Experience working with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and writing complex SQL queries. Proficient with version control systems, particularly Git. Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team. Eligibility Requirement: Must be currently based in the United Kingdom and possess the full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. What they offer: Competitive salary package. Fully remote working arrangement within the UK. Opportunity to work on a successful, established SaaS product with a stable company. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. For immediate consideration, apply with your CV or feel free to call for more details.
Web Developer - PHP/JavaScript/MySQL Hybrid - Nottingham (2-3 days a week in office) £32k - £38k+ DOE + Benefits Package Join a growing team developing a range of eCommerce systems and internal web platforms. You'll initially focus on our in-house E-commerce platform offering, helping onboard new company websites and improve integration with external platforms. This is a hands-on role where you'll be encouraged to bring ideas, good organisation, and strong coding discipline. Key Skills & Experience Experience with PHP , JavaScript (including jQuery) , HTML5 , and CSS3 Good understanding of MySQL databases and MVC-based frameworks Familiarity with Bootstrap or similar Front End frameworks Familiarity with Laravel Framework or similar Back End frameworks Understanding of responsive design and W3C standards Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Clear, maintainable coding style with good documentation Confidence working on eCommerce systems or product platforms Bonus: Excel skills and good general organisation We'd prefer someone based within reach of Nottingham, as our team likes to collaborate in person at least two days a week. However, flexibility will be given for experienced candidates. For someone local, there's potential to grow into a senior role long term. Why join our clients' team? Our client has been creating software for 40+ years, and boasts a tech team retention rate 4x the industry average, achieved through genuine investment in people - not just skills, but supporting them through life's challenges. Base salary matters, but stability and a supportive environment last longer. If you're looking for a role within a people-focused company that can help you build a challenging and rewarding career, this could be for you. If you enjoy varied web development work and want to play a key role in a small but expanding technical team, we'd love to hear from you. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
12/03/2026
Full time
Web Developer - PHP/JavaScript/MySQL Hybrid - Nottingham (2-3 days a week in office) £32k - £38k+ DOE + Benefits Package Join a growing team developing a range of eCommerce systems and internal web platforms. You'll initially focus on our in-house E-commerce platform offering, helping onboard new company websites and improve integration with external platforms. This is a hands-on role where you'll be encouraged to bring ideas, good organisation, and strong coding discipline. Key Skills & Experience Experience with PHP , JavaScript (including jQuery) , HTML5 , and CSS3 Good understanding of MySQL databases and MVC-based frameworks Familiarity with Bootstrap or similar Front End frameworks Familiarity with Laravel Framework or similar Back End frameworks Understanding of responsive design and W3C standards Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Clear, maintainable coding style with good documentation Confidence working on eCommerce systems or product platforms Bonus: Excel skills and good general organisation We'd prefer someone based within reach of Nottingham, as our team likes to collaborate in person at least two days a week. However, flexibility will be given for experienced candidates. For someone local, there's potential to grow into a senior role long term. Why join our clients' team? Our client has been creating software for 40+ years, and boasts a tech team retention rate 4x the industry average, achieved through genuine investment in people - not just skills, but supporting them through life's challenges. Base salary matters, but stability and a supportive environment last longer. If you're looking for a role within a people-focused company that can help you build a challenging and rewarding career, this could be for you. If you enjoy varied web development work and want to play a key role in a small but expanding technical team, we'd love to hear from you. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Randstad Technologies Recruitment
City, Manchester
Job Title: Java Fullstack Developer Location & Type: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) Full-Time / Permanent The Role: We are looking for an end-to-end Java Fullstack Developer to join our Agile team, collaborating to design, build, test, and maintain high-quality web applications. Key Responsibilities: Fullstack Development: Drive end-to-end web application development, from the user interface down to the database. Front-End: Build user interfaces and layouts using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React or Angular. Back-End: Develop server-side logic, microservices, and RESTful APIs utilizing Java and Spring Boot. Quality & Data: Manage SQL/NoSQL databases and ensure code quality through unit testing and code reviews. Essential Requirements: Mandatory Expertise: Java and Architecture Patterns and Styles. Tech Stack: Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Spring, Spring Boot, and Front-End frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue). Tools & Process: Experience with RESTful APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, Git, Jira, CI/CD tools, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, communication, teamwork, and attention to detail. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Java Fullstack Developer Location & Type: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) Full-Time / Permanent The Role: We are looking for an end-to-end Java Fullstack Developer to join our Agile team, collaborating to design, build, test, and maintain high-quality web applications. Key Responsibilities: Fullstack Development: Drive end-to-end web application development, from the user interface down to the database. Front-End: Build user interfaces and layouts using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React or Angular. Back-End: Develop server-side logic, microservices, and RESTful APIs utilizing Java and Spring Boot. Quality & Data: Manage SQL/NoSQL databases and ensure code quality through unit testing and code reviews. Essential Requirements: Mandatory Expertise: Java and Architecture Patterns and Styles. Tech Stack: Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Spring, Spring Boot, and Front-End frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue). Tools & Process: Experience with RESTful APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, Git, Jira, CI/CD tools, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, communication, teamwork, and attention to detail. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of complex applications using Core Python and web frameworks like Flask. Implement best practices in software development, including exception handling, data structures, and object-oriented programming (OOP). Front End development using VueJS, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML to create seamless user interfaces. Develop and optimize SQL databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval. Utilize AWS Core services and Terraform for cloud infrastructure management and deployment. Design and implement serverless architectures and manage Docker containers. Oversee the integration of various components and troubleshoot/debug applications to ensure smooth operation. Mentor and guide junior developers in coding standards, version control using GitHub, and code tracking. Engage in data analysis and visualization to inform decision-making and enhance application performance. Develop applications using event-driven programming paradigms and adhere to design patterns like Model View Template (MVT) and Model View Controller (MVC). Ensure security and compliance through PKI and OIDC with OAuth 2.0 implementation. Automation: Unit Testing, API Testing and drive automation coverage through TDD Qualifications: At least 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Python and web frameworks. Strong understanding of Front End technologies including Vue.js, CSS, and HTML. Proven experience with databases and SQL, along with a solid grasp of data analysis and mathematics. Familiarity with cloud services, particularly AWS, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform. Hands-on experience with Docker and serverless architectures. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and leadership abilities, with a knack for mentoring team members. Essential Skills: Agile experience: prior experience and strong working knowledge in Agile methodologies and using processes to drive continuous improvement Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools. Ability to identify problems and develop problem statements, research on new technologies and propose proof of concepts with respect to existing business and new business Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from business and technical staff Ability to adjust to rapidly changing requirements and timelines Preferred Skills: Experience with Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) and Server Side templating languages. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and architecture best practices. Familiarity with design patterns and software architecture principles.
12/03/2026
Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of complex applications using Core Python and web frameworks like Flask. Implement best practices in software development, including exception handling, data structures, and object-oriented programming (OOP). Front End development using VueJS, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML to create seamless user interfaces. Develop and optimize SQL databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval. Utilize AWS Core services and Terraform for cloud infrastructure management and deployment. Design and implement serverless architectures and manage Docker containers. Oversee the integration of various components and troubleshoot/debug applications to ensure smooth operation. Mentor and guide junior developers in coding standards, version control using GitHub, and code tracking. Engage in data analysis and visualization to inform decision-making and enhance application performance. Develop applications using event-driven programming paradigms and adhere to design patterns like Model View Template (MVT) and Model View Controller (MVC). Ensure security and compliance through PKI and OIDC with OAuth 2.0 implementation. Automation: Unit Testing, API Testing and drive automation coverage through TDD Qualifications: At least 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Python and web frameworks. Strong understanding of Front End technologies including Vue.js, CSS, and HTML. Proven experience with databases and SQL, along with a solid grasp of data analysis and mathematics. Familiarity with cloud services, particularly AWS, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform. Hands-on experience with Docker and serverless architectures. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and leadership abilities, with a knack for mentoring team members. Essential Skills: Agile experience: prior experience and strong working knowledge in Agile methodologies and using processes to drive continuous improvement Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools. Ability to identify problems and develop problem statements, research on new technologies and propose proof of concepts with respect to existing business and new business Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from business and technical staff Ability to adjust to rapidly changing requirements and timelines Preferred Skills: Experience with Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) and Server Side templating languages. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and architecture best practices. Familiarity with design patterns and software architecture principles.
Web Developer - PHP / JavaScript / MySQL Hybrid - Nottingham (2-3 days a week in office) 32k - 38k+ DOE + Benefits Package Join a growing team developing a range of eCommerce systems and internal web platforms. You'll initially focus on our in-house ecommerce platform offering, helping onboard new company websites and improve integration with external platforms. This is a hands-on role where you'll be encouraged to bring ideas, good organisation, and strong coding discipline. Key Skills & Experience Experience with PHP , JavaScript (including jQuery) , HTML5 , and CSS3 Good understanding of MySQL databases and MVC-based frameworks Familiarity with Bootstrap or similar frontend frameworks Familiarity with Laravel Framework or similar backend frameworks Understanding of responsive design and W3C standards Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Clear, maintainable coding style with good documentation Confidence working on eCommerce systems or product platforms Bonus: Excel skills and good general organisation We'd prefer someone based within reach of Nottingham, as our team likes to collaborate in person at least two days a week. However, flexibility will be given for experienced candidates. For someone local, there's potential to grow into a senior role long term. Why join our clients' team? Our client has been creating software for 40+ years, and boasts a tech team retention rate 4x the industry average, achieved through genuine investment in people - not just skills, but supporting them through life's challenges. Base salary matters, but stability and a supportive environment last longer. If you're looking for a role within a people-focused company that can help you build a challenging and rewarding career, this could be for you. If you enjoy varied web development work and want to play a key role in a small but expanding technical team, we'd love to hear from you. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
12/03/2026
Full time
Web Developer - PHP / JavaScript / MySQL Hybrid - Nottingham (2-3 days a week in office) 32k - 38k+ DOE + Benefits Package Join a growing team developing a range of eCommerce systems and internal web platforms. You'll initially focus on our in-house ecommerce platform offering, helping onboard new company websites and improve integration with external platforms. This is a hands-on role where you'll be encouraged to bring ideas, good organisation, and strong coding discipline. Key Skills & Experience Experience with PHP , JavaScript (including jQuery) , HTML5 , and CSS3 Good understanding of MySQL databases and MVC-based frameworks Familiarity with Bootstrap or similar frontend frameworks Familiarity with Laravel Framework or similar backend frameworks Understanding of responsive design and W3C standards Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Clear, maintainable coding style with good documentation Confidence working on eCommerce systems or product platforms Bonus: Excel skills and good general organisation We'd prefer someone based within reach of Nottingham, as our team likes to collaborate in person at least two days a week. However, flexibility will be given for experienced candidates. For someone local, there's potential to grow into a senior role long term. Why join our clients' team? Our client has been creating software for 40+ years, and boasts a tech team retention rate 4x the industry average, achieved through genuine investment in people - not just skills, but supporting them through life's challenges. Base salary matters, but stability and a supportive environment last longer. If you're looking for a role within a people-focused company that can help you build a challenging and rewarding career, this could be for you. If you enjoy varied web development work and want to play a key role in a small but expanding technical team, we'd love to hear from you. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
We have a current opportunity for a React Developer on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London. For further information about this position please apply. The Opportunity The ETrading Terminal is the interface through which professional traders and institutions access the world's most important commodity market - live, with depth and precision no competitor can match. You will own the architecture of that experience. This is not a UI layer on top of a data API. It is a real-time, high-throughput trading interface used by some of the most demanding users in financial markets. You will define how it is built, set the patterns the team follows, and push the boundaries of what a browser-based trading platform can do. Requirements 10+ years engineering; 5+ years building production React at scale - component lifecycle, rendering behaviour, and bundle architecture are instincts TypeScript mastery in strict mode - complex generics, discriminated unions, conditional types, and type-safe API boundary design Vite and modern build tooling; tree-shaking, chunk strategy, module federation, and build performance optimisation in CI State management at scale: Zustand, TanStack Query, or equivalent; separation of server, client, and ephemeral UI state High-frequency WebSocket data at tick-by-tick rates - back-pressure handling, dropped-frame detection, and reconnection strategy Browser internals: rendering pipeline, layout/paint/composite lifecycle, memory profiling, GC pressure, and long-task detection WebGL, Canvas, or custom rendering engine for high-density, real-time financial data visualisation Design system ownership - token architecture, component API design, versioning strategy, and cross-team adoption at scale Testing discipline: unit, integration, E2E (Playwright/Cypress), visual regression, and performance budget enforcement in CI GraphQL or REST API co-design with backend teams; schema-first development and automated type generation Track record of measurably improving engineering standards - patterns or tooling adopted org-wide Cloud infrastructure - Azure preferred, AWS considered; IAM, managed services, automated and auditable deployment pipelines, secrets management Nice to Have Trading UI experience (any asset class) - order books, depth ladders, RFQ workflows, option chains, or execution blotters Micro-frontend architecture at scale; WASM integration for performance-critical in-browser computation High-frequency streaming data; managing back-pressure and dropped-frame rendering under sustained load Financial services or capital markets front-end background; familiarity with market data normalisation What We're Looking For You are the engineer others come to when they do not know what is possible - and you show them. The ETrading Terminal is seen by the world's most sophisticated market participants. You take that personally, ship things that are fast and resilient, set a standard others aspire to, and treat innovation not as a project but as how you approach every ticket. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
12/03/2026
Full time
We have a current opportunity for a React Developer on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London. For further information about this position please apply. The Opportunity The ETrading Terminal is the interface through which professional traders and institutions access the world's most important commodity market - live, with depth and precision no competitor can match. You will own the architecture of that experience. This is not a UI layer on top of a data API. It is a real-time, high-throughput trading interface used by some of the most demanding users in financial markets. You will define how it is built, set the patterns the team follows, and push the boundaries of what a browser-based trading platform can do. Requirements 10+ years engineering; 5+ years building production React at scale - component lifecycle, rendering behaviour, and bundle architecture are instincts TypeScript mastery in strict mode - complex generics, discriminated unions, conditional types, and type-safe API boundary design Vite and modern build tooling; tree-shaking, chunk strategy, module federation, and build performance optimisation in CI State management at scale: Zustand, TanStack Query, or equivalent; separation of server, client, and ephemeral UI state High-frequency WebSocket data at tick-by-tick rates - back-pressure handling, dropped-frame detection, and reconnection strategy Browser internals: rendering pipeline, layout/paint/composite lifecycle, memory profiling, GC pressure, and long-task detection WebGL, Canvas, or custom rendering engine for high-density, real-time financial data visualisation Design system ownership - token architecture, component API design, versioning strategy, and cross-team adoption at scale Testing discipline: unit, integration, E2E (Playwright/Cypress), visual regression, and performance budget enforcement in CI GraphQL or REST API co-design with backend teams; schema-first development and automated type generation Track record of measurably improving engineering standards - patterns or tooling adopted org-wide Cloud infrastructure - Azure preferred, AWS considered; IAM, managed services, automated and auditable deployment pipelines, secrets management Nice to Have Trading UI experience (any asset class) - order books, depth ladders, RFQ workflows, option chains, or execution blotters Micro-frontend architecture at scale; WASM integration for performance-critical in-browser computation High-frequency streaming data; managing back-pressure and dropped-frame rendering under sustained load Financial services or capital markets front-end background; familiarity with market data normalisation What We're Looking For You are the engineer others come to when they do not know what is possible - and you show them. The ETrading Terminal is seen by the world's most sophisticated market participants. You take that personally, ship things that are fast and resilient, set a standard others aspire to, and treat innovation not as a project but as how you approach every ticket. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Job Title: Java Fullstack Developer Location & Type: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) | Full-Time/Permanent The Role: We are looking for an end-to-end Java Fullstack Developer to join our Agile team, collaborating to design, build, test, and maintain high-quality web applications. Key Responsibilities: Fullstack Development: Drive end-to-end web application development, from the user interface down to the database. Front End: Build user interfaces and layouts using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React or Angular. Back End: Develop Server Side logic, microservices, and RESTful APIs utilizing Java and Spring Boot. Quality & Data: Manage SQL/NoSQL databases and ensure code quality through unit testing and code reviews. Essential Requirements: Mandatory Expertise: Java and Architecture Patterns and Styles. Tech Stack: Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Spring, Spring Boot, and Front End frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue). Tools & Process: Experience with RESTful APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, Git, Jira, CI/CD tools, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, communication, teamwork, and attention to detail. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Java Fullstack Developer Location & Type: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) | Full-Time/Permanent The Role: We are looking for an end-to-end Java Fullstack Developer to join our Agile team, collaborating to design, build, test, and maintain high-quality web applications. Key Responsibilities: Fullstack Development: Drive end-to-end web application development, from the user interface down to the database. Front End: Build user interfaces and layouts using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React or Angular. Back End: Develop Server Side logic, microservices, and RESTful APIs utilizing Java and Spring Boot. Quality & Data: Manage SQL/NoSQL databases and ensure code quality through unit testing and code reviews. Essential Requirements: Mandatory Expertise: Java and Architecture Patterns and Styles. Tech Stack: Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Spring, Spring Boot, and Front End frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue). Tools & Process: Experience with RESTful APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, Git, Jira, CI/CD tools, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, communication, teamwork, and attention to detail. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling The Cross Cutting Engineering team at Engine is the backbone of our innovation. We're dedicated to building and maintaining the reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure and tooling that powers our entire software delivery pipeline - from the first line of code to seamless production deployment and ongoing operations. We own the lifecycle of our features, tackling complex challenges with a first-principles approach and fostering a multi-disciplinary environment where you're encouraged to explore and contribute across the platform. As a Platform Engineer at Engine, you'll be at the forefront of building and scaling our cutting-edge cloud-native banking platform across multiple global cloud providers and regions. We're looking for engineers with a strong SRE mindset, who embrace ownership of the entire software delivery pipeline, and are passionate about building internal tooling that empowers our technology teams to operate their applications flawlessly in production. Don't worry if you don't tick every box below! We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work across multiple disciplines. If you're excited by the challenges of building and operating a global, cloud-native platform, we encourage you to apply. We have a great team - read about our work with Women In Tech , a Day in the life of a Software Engineer at Engine, our interview with our Staff Platform Engineer and our shiny new Engineering careers page What you'll get to do? Building and Scaling Cloud Infrastructure: Design, build, and maintain our cloud infrastructure across multiple providers (including but not limited to GCP) and regions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Building on Google Cloud: Contribute to the build-out and optimisation of our core "Engine" on Google Cloud Platform using Java and Kubernetes. Scaling our SaaS Release Tooling: Enhance and improve our multi-tenant, multi-region SaaS release and continuous deployment systems using Java, Golang, and Terraform at its core. Empowering Developers: Develop and maintain internal tooling using Java and Golang to improve developer experience and on-call efficiency. Automating Compliance and Security: Build automation solutions in Golang to enforce compliance and security controls across our platform. Driving Efficiency: Optimise the performance and reliability of our cloud environment with a strong focus on cost-effectiveness. Embracing Automation: Identify and implement automation opportunities to minimise manual processes across the platform lifecycle. Ensuring Security: Implement and maintain robust security practices to protect our platform and customer data. Championing Best Practices: Stay abreast of new technologies and industry changes, particularly in SRE practices and deployment automation, and share your knowledge with the team. Maintaining Compliance: Contribute to ensuring our platform adheres to relevant industry standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS. Collaborating and Learning: Work closely with cross-functional teams, share your expertise, and contribute to our vibrant learning culture. Aiming for Greatness: Strive for excellence in everything you do, maintaining a curious and inquisitive mindset. Documenting Solutions: Design and document scalable internal tooling clearly and comprehensively. Taking Ownership: Own features and improvements throughout their entire lifecycle. Participate in on-call: The option to join our on-call rota (not mandatory!) to deal with interesting technical issues and gain deep insights into our platform's behavior. Your place within the team will depend on your individual strengths and interests. Requirements We are generally open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. For this role, we are looking for some specific additional skills - if you prefer Java only roles be sure to check out our other Software Engineer roles. What skills are essential Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar role. Strong proficiency in Golang and/or Java (if you have experience with only one of these that's fine, we'll expect you to pick up the other up whilst you're here!). Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding and practical experience with Kubernetes. Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools. Deep understanding of SRE principles and practices, including monitoring, alerting, incident management, and capacity planning. A strong focus on automation and a passion for eliminating manual tasks. Experience with building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong collaboration and communication skills. A proactive and continuous learning mindset. Ability to design and document technical solutions effectively. What skills are desirable Experience with other cloud providers, particularly AWS. Contributions to open-source projects. Experience with database technologies, particularly Postgres. Familiarity with observability and monitoring systems, and a solid understanding of database monitoring, analysis, disaster recovery, and performance tuning. Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS is a plus. Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion . click apply for full job details
12/03/2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling The Cross Cutting Engineering team at Engine is the backbone of our innovation. We're dedicated to building and maintaining the reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure and tooling that powers our entire software delivery pipeline - from the first line of code to seamless production deployment and ongoing operations. We own the lifecycle of our features, tackling complex challenges with a first-principles approach and fostering a multi-disciplinary environment where you're encouraged to explore and contribute across the platform. As a Platform Engineer at Engine, you'll be at the forefront of building and scaling our cutting-edge cloud-native banking platform across multiple global cloud providers and regions. We're looking for engineers with a strong SRE mindset, who embrace ownership of the entire software delivery pipeline, and are passionate about building internal tooling that empowers our technology teams to operate their applications flawlessly in production. Don't worry if you don't tick every box below! We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work across multiple disciplines. If you're excited by the challenges of building and operating a global, cloud-native platform, we encourage you to apply. We have a great team - read about our work with Women In Tech , a Day in the life of a Software Engineer at Engine, our interview with our Staff Platform Engineer and our shiny new Engineering careers page What you'll get to do? Building and Scaling Cloud Infrastructure: Design, build, and maintain our cloud infrastructure across multiple providers (including but not limited to GCP) and regions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Building on Google Cloud: Contribute to the build-out and optimisation of our core "Engine" on Google Cloud Platform using Java and Kubernetes. Scaling our SaaS Release Tooling: Enhance and improve our multi-tenant, multi-region SaaS release and continuous deployment systems using Java, Golang, and Terraform at its core. Empowering Developers: Develop and maintain internal tooling using Java and Golang to improve developer experience and on-call efficiency. Automating Compliance and Security: Build automation solutions in Golang to enforce compliance and security controls across our platform. Driving Efficiency: Optimise the performance and reliability of our cloud environment with a strong focus on cost-effectiveness. Embracing Automation: Identify and implement automation opportunities to minimise manual processes across the platform lifecycle. Ensuring Security: Implement and maintain robust security practices to protect our platform and customer data. Championing Best Practices: Stay abreast of new technologies and industry changes, particularly in SRE practices and deployment automation, and share your knowledge with the team. Maintaining Compliance: Contribute to ensuring our platform adheres to relevant industry standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS. Collaborating and Learning: Work closely with cross-functional teams, share your expertise, and contribute to our vibrant learning culture. Aiming for Greatness: Strive for excellence in everything you do, maintaining a curious and inquisitive mindset. Documenting Solutions: Design and document scalable internal tooling clearly and comprehensively. Taking Ownership: Own features and improvements throughout their entire lifecycle. Participate in on-call: The option to join our on-call rota (not mandatory!) to deal with interesting technical issues and gain deep insights into our platform's behavior. Your place within the team will depend on your individual strengths and interests. Requirements We are generally open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. For this role, we are looking for some specific additional skills - if you prefer Java only roles be sure to check out our other Software Engineer roles. What skills are essential Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar role. Strong proficiency in Golang and/or Java (if you have experience with only one of these that's fine, we'll expect you to pick up the other up whilst you're here!). Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding and practical experience with Kubernetes. Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools. Deep understanding of SRE principles and practices, including monitoring, alerting, incident management, and capacity planning. A strong focus on automation and a passion for eliminating manual tasks. Experience with building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong collaboration and communication skills. A proactive and continuous learning mindset. Ability to design and document technical solutions effectively. What skills are desirable Experience with other cloud providers, particularly AWS. Contributions to open-source projects. Experience with database technologies, particularly Postgres. Familiarity with observability and monitoring systems, and a solid understanding of database monitoring, analysis, disaster recovery, and performance tuning. Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS is a plus. Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion . click apply for full job details
Location Newport NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Senior Front End Developer The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined team using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the teams assigned deliverables. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual with strong front end and UX skills, you will have the opportunity to develop and mature your skills even further and extend your skills set with those typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. Any back-end skills you have can also be utilised within this role. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Technical Be responsible for the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical applications and solutions in a cloud first environment Build web based Front End interfaces interacting with RESTful APIs using React, Next JS and other web technologies Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Identify and manage problems, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF) Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Work across a few multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Embrace a continuous improvement ethos Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers on commitment Maintain inner composure, recovering quickly from setbacks and learning from the experience Highly driven and inspires others to move things along and make things happen Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of a large projects Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and Agile Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Experience with Git Advocate of DevOps principles Essential Technical Excellent understanding of React and experience with Next JS. Excellent understanding of Node JS Experience working with RESTful web services Has a good understanding of architectural principals with design patterns such as SOA and Micro-Services
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Newport NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Senior Front End Developer The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined team using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the teams assigned deliverables. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual with strong front end and UX skills, you will have the opportunity to develop and mature your skills even further and extend your skills set with those typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. Any back-end skills you have can also be utilised within this role. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Technical Be responsible for the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical applications and solutions in a cloud first environment Build web based Front End interfaces interacting with RESTful APIs using React, Next JS and other web technologies Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Identify and manage problems, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF) Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Work across a few multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Embrace a continuous improvement ethos Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers on commitment Maintain inner composure, recovering quickly from setbacks and learning from the experience Highly driven and inspires others to move things along and make things happen Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of a large projects Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and Agile Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Experience with Git Advocate of DevOps principles Essential Technical Excellent understanding of React and experience with Next JS. Excellent understanding of Node JS Experience working with RESTful web services Has a good understanding of architectural principals with design patterns such as SOA and Micro-Services
Location East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber About Us : At Justice Digital, we're dedicated to leveraging technology to drive impactful change across the justice system. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing access to justice and improving outcomes for offenders through innovative digital solutions. Responsibilities : You'll collaborate closely with fellow developers on our diverse tech stack and embrace opportunities to learn new technologies and systems. We tailor team assignments to align with your skills, interests, and career aspirations. For instance: Enhancing access to justice by developing a service to apply for legal aid in the Legal Aid Agency Supporting victims of crime to apply for compensation in a trauma-informed way by bringing more of the process online in the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority Improving outcomes for offenders by building tools to manage rehabilitation services in our Probation team Maintaining transparency of government by managing freedom of information requests and parliamentary questions in our Central team Collaboration : You'll collaborate closely with user researchers, product managers, designers, delivery managers, technical architects, and content specialists who share our vision of leveraging technology to transform government services. Our Tech Stack Technologies : We use a diverse range of technologies, and we're seeking individuals who specialise in one or more and are eager to learn new languages and frameworks. Our tech stack includes: Application Code: Java, Kotlin, Python, TypeScript CI/CD: GitHub Actions Monitoring: Sentry Containerisation: Kubernetes, Docker Cloud Infrastructure: AWS Web Interfaces: GOV.UK and MoJ Design Systems Front-End Development : We value a deep understanding of web technologies, emphasising semantic HTML, performant CSS, and JavaScript or TypeScript. Accessibility is a core consideration across all our services. Learning and Support : Once part of our team, we'll support you in mastering our tech stack, regardless of your current experience. Explore our GitHub for insights into our technologies and the services we develop and maintain. Our Community : Join over 400 experienced developers who form our vibrant engineering community across the MoJ. You'll have opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and participate in informal support networks with peers. We encourage active engagement in shaping our engineering culture and community. Career Development : We take pride in our supportive and effective line management. Your skills are highly valued, and we're committed to helping you expand them within the civil service. You'll have opportunities to move between teams or departments, explore new technologies, and take on increased responsibilities aligned with your career goals. To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital please take a look at our blog and our Digital and Technology strategy 2025 Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Software Developer, you will: Technical Securely design, build, and maintain APIs, services, and systems. Contribute to and enhance existing codebases. Improve the resilience and stability of software through best practices. Apply methodologies to facilitate continuous delivery. People Develop and mentor team members through line management responsibilities, both formally and informally. Support lead developers in cultivating high-performing teams. Foster a diverse, inclusive culture within the development community, promoting awareness and inclusivity. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential Demonstrate proven experience of delivering large and complex software solutions Demonstrate proven experience working in Java or Kotlin and be confident learning new languages Apply modern development and deployment techniques to your work, including continuous integration and continuous delivery Support a culture of software maintenance, clean code, coding standards and practices that make change and consistency easier Write automated tests to continuously validate your work Thrive when you work as part of a team that abides by the spirit of the manifesto of agile software development Enjoy sharing knowledge and working in a multi-disciplinary team Hold yourself and others to a high standard Solve problems in a systematic and innovative way Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance
12/03/2026
Full time
Location East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber About Us : At Justice Digital, we're dedicated to leveraging technology to drive impactful change across the justice system. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing access to justice and improving outcomes for offenders through innovative digital solutions. Responsibilities : You'll collaborate closely with fellow developers on our diverse tech stack and embrace opportunities to learn new technologies and systems. We tailor team assignments to align with your skills, interests, and career aspirations. For instance: Enhancing access to justice by developing a service to apply for legal aid in the Legal Aid Agency Supporting victims of crime to apply for compensation in a trauma-informed way by bringing more of the process online in the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority Improving outcomes for offenders by building tools to manage rehabilitation services in our Probation team Maintaining transparency of government by managing freedom of information requests and parliamentary questions in our Central team Collaboration : You'll collaborate closely with user researchers, product managers, designers, delivery managers, technical architects, and content specialists who share our vision of leveraging technology to transform government services. Our Tech Stack Technologies : We use a diverse range of technologies, and we're seeking individuals who specialise in one or more and are eager to learn new languages and frameworks. Our tech stack includes: Application Code: Java, Kotlin, Python, TypeScript CI/CD: GitHub Actions Monitoring: Sentry Containerisation: Kubernetes, Docker Cloud Infrastructure: AWS Web Interfaces: GOV.UK and MoJ Design Systems Front-End Development : We value a deep understanding of web technologies, emphasising semantic HTML, performant CSS, and JavaScript or TypeScript. Accessibility is a core consideration across all our services. Learning and Support : Once part of our team, we'll support you in mastering our tech stack, regardless of your current experience. Explore our GitHub for insights into our technologies and the services we develop and maintain. Our Community : Join over 400 experienced developers who form our vibrant engineering community across the MoJ. You'll have opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and participate in informal support networks with peers. We encourage active engagement in shaping our engineering culture and community. Career Development : We take pride in our supportive and effective line management. Your skills are highly valued, and we're committed to helping you expand them within the civil service. You'll have opportunities to move between teams or departments, explore new technologies, and take on increased responsibilities aligned with your career goals. To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital please take a look at our blog and our Digital and Technology strategy 2025 Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Software Developer, you will: Technical Securely design, build, and maintain APIs, services, and systems. Contribute to and enhance existing codebases. Improve the resilience and stability of software through best practices. Apply methodologies to facilitate continuous delivery. People Develop and mentor team members through line management responsibilities, both formally and informally. Support lead developers in cultivating high-performing teams. Foster a diverse, inclusive culture within the development community, promoting awareness and inclusivity. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential Demonstrate proven experience of delivering large and complex software solutions Demonstrate proven experience working in Java or Kotlin and be confident learning new languages Apply modern development and deployment techniques to your work, including continuous integration and continuous delivery Support a culture of software maintenance, clean code, coding standards and practices that make change and consistency easier Write automated tests to continuously validate your work Thrive when you work as part of a team that abides by the spirit of the manifesto of agile software development Enjoy sharing knowledge and working in a multi-disciplinary team Hold yourself and others to a high standard Solve problems in a systematic and innovative way Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance
Location Newport, NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Digital Delivery Senior Automation Tester The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting-edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Test Engineer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. We are recruiting for multiple roles of which one role is slightly biased towards application testing post infrastructure changes. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office. The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to Technical Responsible for writing, executing and maintaining functional/non-functional automated UI and API tests/suites aligned against acceptance criteria to support our continuous deployment environment Be responsible for the design, coding, testing, maintenance, and documentation for robust, scalable and reusable solutions that deliver exceptional user experience using DevOps best practice Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Work closely with software developers to reach a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at unit level Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to. Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Build automated test solutions from scratch in line with IPO Test Strategy and IPO Engineering Principles Contribute to the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical program Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure Experience of using data models Experience in test documentation, such as strategies and approaches Experience in testing front-end and back-end web services Experienced with Agile delivery model Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Essential Technical Experience with Automation tools, including MS Visual Studio with C#, Selenium, BDD, SpecFlow, MSTest, RestSharp and JavaScript Working knowledge of non-functional test tools including JMeter and Azure Load Test Experience with Github Has a deep understanding of architectural principals with design patterns Experience of writing SQL statements
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Newport, NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Digital Delivery Senior Automation Tester The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting-edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Test Engineer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. We are recruiting for multiple roles of which one role is slightly biased towards application testing post infrastructure changes. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office. The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to Technical Responsible for writing, executing and maintaining functional/non-functional automated UI and API tests/suites aligned against acceptance criteria to support our continuous deployment environment Be responsible for the design, coding, testing, maintenance, and documentation for robust, scalable and reusable solutions that deliver exceptional user experience using DevOps best practice Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Work closely with software developers to reach a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at unit level Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to. Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Build automated test solutions from scratch in line with IPO Test Strategy and IPO Engineering Principles Contribute to the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical program Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure Experience of using data models Experience in test documentation, such as strategies and approaches Experience in testing front-end and back-end web services Experienced with Agile delivery model Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Essential Technical Experience with Automation tools, including MS Visual Studio with C#, Selenium, BDD, SpecFlow, MSTest, RestSharp and JavaScript Working knowledge of non-functional test tools including JMeter and Azure Load Test Experience with Github Has a deep understanding of architectural principals with design patterns Experience of writing SQL statements
DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP Digital as a Front End Developer and help shape modern Working Age Services by building fast, accessible interfaces used by millions. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience of open-source technologies including HTML, CSS, client and server-side JavaScript, TypeScriptNode.js and other modern front-end frameworks and templating languages. Demonstrable experience in building accessible and performant user interfaces across a range of devices and browsers. Proven ability in delivering thorough unit level test coverage using common testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha. Experience integrating with a wide range of technical systems including database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), caching tools such as Redis and API Microservices, all deploying into cloud-based infrastructure. (AWS or Azure). Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team to translate concepts into production-ready, user-centred digital services. Significant demonstrable expertise in Front-end development of large scale systems dealing with high numbers of users, transactions and business processes. This role also requires SC Clearance You and your role As a Front End Developer at DWP you will help shape the digital products used every day within Working Age Services - the team behind Universal Credit and some of the most vital support services in the UK. You'll use your expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript and modern frameworks to create interfaces that are clear, accessible and easy for people to use, no matter their circumstances. Collaborating closely with designers, engineers and product teams, you'll help turn complex policy and user needs into straightforward, effective digital journeys. You'll write high quality, well tested code, using approaches like TDD and tools such as Jest or Mocha to ensure services remain reliable at scale. You'll also contribute to integrating front end work with APIs, microservices and cloud platforms, helping maintain smooth and secure deployment pipelines. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: We offer competitive pay for this role of up to £50,296. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth over £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering. Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more. Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket. Professional development, coaching and progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: Recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just three stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. Coding Test: details will be sent when the exercise is issued. Interview: a single stage interview. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
12/03/2026
Full time
DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP Digital as a Front End Developer and help shape modern Working Age Services by building fast, accessible interfaces used by millions. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience of open-source technologies including HTML, CSS, client and server-side JavaScript, TypeScriptNode.js and other modern front-end frameworks and templating languages. Demonstrable experience in building accessible and performant user interfaces across a range of devices and browsers. Proven ability in delivering thorough unit level test coverage using common testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha. Experience integrating with a wide range of technical systems including database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), caching tools such as Redis and API Microservices, all deploying into cloud-based infrastructure. (AWS or Azure). Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team to translate concepts into production-ready, user-centred digital services. Significant demonstrable expertise in Front-end development of large scale systems dealing with high numbers of users, transactions and business processes. This role also requires SC Clearance You and your role As a Front End Developer at DWP you will help shape the digital products used every day within Working Age Services - the team behind Universal Credit and some of the most vital support services in the UK. You'll use your expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript and modern frameworks to create interfaces that are clear, accessible and easy for people to use, no matter their circumstances. Collaborating closely with designers, engineers and product teams, you'll help turn complex policy and user needs into straightforward, effective digital journeys. You'll write high quality, well tested code, using approaches like TDD and tools such as Jest or Mocha to ensure services remain reliable at scale. You'll also contribute to integrating front end work with APIs, microservices and cloud platforms, helping maintain smooth and secure deployment pipelines. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: We offer competitive pay for this role of up to £50,296. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth over £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering. Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more. Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket. Professional development, coaching and progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: Recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just three stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. Coding Test: details will be sent when the exercise is issued. Interview: a single stage interview. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Location East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description As a Software Developer you will work with a wide range of stakeholders such as user researchers, product managers, designers, business analysts, content specialists, delivery managers and digital architects, all of whom share a vision for making better government through smarter use of technology. You will innovate to radically transform public services for the better. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our GitHub repositories: You can find more information about our ways of working in the HMCTS Way: Technologies we rely heavily on (Core Tech Stack): Java to write our backend services Node.js to write our frontend services Power Platform for low-code development Jenkins for CI/CD Dynatrace for application monitoring Kubernetes and Docker to run our services Azure for most of our infrastructure Terraform for infrastructure as code Postgres and Redis as our databases. GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces Macs to do all the above In addition, we use a range of other technologies and continue to evolve by employing new technologies that help us deliver better services to our users As a Software Developer in HMCTS you will: Write, amend, refactor and document code to build complex programs/scripts, and as required leading on these activities. Adhere to internal process and procedures, promoting and advising others which software development standards, processes and procedures to apply. Constantly seek to learn and further develop your skills as required for your role. Monitor changes in the tech stack you use and alert on any major changes affecting our software. Adhere to industry's best practices, produce well-engineered modern products and guide others to do so in a highly competently manner. Ensure that products are secure, engineered to mitigate security threats and have the necessary security controls in place. Ensure that information is handled with confidentiality and integrity, and that products are compliant. Identify and raise risks and support Information Assurance activities. Support and maintain software as required, including in the live environment. Use modern tools to effectively and thoroughly identify, troubleshoot and fix faults. Package and deploy software built. Some activities may be outside the core office hours (in-line with the organisation's policy for OOH). Plan the development on sets of related stories and coordinate integration tasks across systems. Contribute to selection of the software development approach (plan-driven, iterative/agile etc.) for projects. Identify process optimisation opportunities with guidance and support activities to improve the development process. Choose the most appropriate from a variety of methods of prototyping, actively solicit prototypes with others. Define, analyse, plan, forecast, measure, maintain and improve all aspects of the availability of services. Control and manage service availability to meet the needs of the business in a cost-effective manner. This includes managing the capability, functionality and sustainability of service components (for example, hardware, software, network resources and software/infrastructure as a service). Design systems characterised by medium levels of risk, impact, and business or technical complexity. Take designs through the required governance. Review designs of others to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Identify, record and escalate tech debt and medium-level risks. Define the integration build. Coordinate build activities across systems and undertake and support integration testing activities. Take a test-driven approach to software development, write complex automation test scripts and participate in testing. Participate in code reviews of own work and leads code reviews of colleagues' work. Guide and advise others on technical areas you have expertise in, modern development standards and approaches to understand user stories. Coach and mentor more junior colleagues. Lead on and participate in recruitment as required. Participate in and lead on procurement activities as required. Translate user stories to a proposed design and develop software to meet user needs. Collaborate with user researchers, represent users internally and champion user research to focus on all users. Skills & Experience: Sound knowledge of programming languages and tools for development of enterprise and public facing applications utilising our core stack. Sound knowledge of HTTP, Spring web development framework and at least one RDBMS (for example PostgreSQL, Redis) Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of mentoring, coaching or leading other developers (at work or in meetups etc) Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them You will also want to make a positive impact on the communities we serve You are looking for new technical and leadership challenges You thrive when you work as part of a team You enjoy learning and helping others You hold yourself and others to a high standard You solve problems in a systematic way Person Specification We're seeking a full stack software developer with the ability to develop and deploy high-quality code. The ideal candidate will have: Experience in a modern object-oriented programming language and knowledge of our tech stack (Java and JavaScript). Experience in the development of enterprise and public facing applications Sound knowledge of HTTP, at least one web development framework (for example Spring Boot or Angular) and at least one relational database system (e.g. PostgreSQL). Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them
12/03/2026
Full time
Location East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description As a Software Developer you will work with a wide range of stakeholders such as user researchers, product managers, designers, business analysts, content specialists, delivery managers and digital architects, all of whom share a vision for making better government through smarter use of technology. You will innovate to radically transform public services for the better. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our GitHub repositories: You can find more information about our ways of working in the HMCTS Way: Technologies we rely heavily on (Core Tech Stack): Java to write our backend services Node.js to write our frontend services Power Platform for low-code development Jenkins for CI/CD Dynatrace for application monitoring Kubernetes and Docker to run our services Azure for most of our infrastructure Terraform for infrastructure as code Postgres and Redis as our databases. GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces Macs to do all the above In addition, we use a range of other technologies and continue to evolve by employing new technologies that help us deliver better services to our users As a Software Developer in HMCTS you will: Write, amend, refactor and document code to build complex programs/scripts, and as required leading on these activities. Adhere to internal process and procedures, promoting and advising others which software development standards, processes and procedures to apply. Constantly seek to learn and further develop your skills as required for your role. Monitor changes in the tech stack you use and alert on any major changes affecting our software. Adhere to industry's best practices, produce well-engineered modern products and guide others to do so in a highly competently manner. Ensure that products are secure, engineered to mitigate security threats and have the necessary security controls in place. Ensure that information is handled with confidentiality and integrity, and that products are compliant. Identify and raise risks and support Information Assurance activities. Support and maintain software as required, including in the live environment. Use modern tools to effectively and thoroughly identify, troubleshoot and fix faults. Package and deploy software built. Some activities may be outside the core office hours (in-line with the organisation's policy for OOH). Plan the development on sets of related stories and coordinate integration tasks across systems. Contribute to selection of the software development approach (plan-driven, iterative/agile etc.) for projects. Identify process optimisation opportunities with guidance and support activities to improve the development process. Choose the most appropriate from a variety of methods of prototyping, actively solicit prototypes with others. Define, analyse, plan, forecast, measure, maintain and improve all aspects of the availability of services. Control and manage service availability to meet the needs of the business in a cost-effective manner. This includes managing the capability, functionality and sustainability of service components (for example, hardware, software, network resources and software/infrastructure as a service). Design systems characterised by medium levels of risk, impact, and business or technical complexity. Take designs through the required governance. Review designs of others to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Identify, record and escalate tech debt and medium-level risks. Define the integration build. Coordinate build activities across systems and undertake and support integration testing activities. Take a test-driven approach to software development, write complex automation test scripts and participate in testing. Participate in code reviews of own work and leads code reviews of colleagues' work. Guide and advise others on technical areas you have expertise in, modern development standards and approaches to understand user stories. Coach and mentor more junior colleagues. Lead on and participate in recruitment as required. Participate in and lead on procurement activities as required. Translate user stories to a proposed design and develop software to meet user needs. Collaborate with user researchers, represent users internally and champion user research to focus on all users. Skills & Experience: Sound knowledge of programming languages and tools for development of enterprise and public facing applications utilising our core stack. Sound knowledge of HTTP, Spring web development framework and at least one RDBMS (for example PostgreSQL, Redis) Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of mentoring, coaching or leading other developers (at work or in meetups etc) Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them You will also want to make a positive impact on the communities we serve You are looking for new technical and leadership challenges You thrive when you work as part of a team You enjoy learning and helping others You hold yourself and others to a high standard You solve problems in a systematic way Person Specification We're seeking a full stack software developer with the ability to develop and deploy high-quality code. The ideal candidate will have: Experience in a modern object-oriented programming language and knowledge of our tech stack (Java and JavaScript). Experience in the development of enterprise and public facing applications Sound knowledge of HTTP, at least one web development framework (for example Spring Boot or Angular) and at least one relational database system (e.g. PostgreSQL). Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them
DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP Digital as a Front End Developer and help shape modern Working Age Services by building fast, accessible interfaces used by millions. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience of open-source technologies including HTML, CSS, client and server-side JavaScript, TypeScriptNode.js and other modern front-end frameworks and templating languages. Demonstrable experience in building accessible and performant user interfaces across a range of devices and browsers. Proven ability in delivering thorough unit level test coverage using common testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha. Experience integrating with a wide range of technical systems including database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), caching tools such as Redis and API Microservices, all deploying into cloud-based infrastructure. (AWS or Azure). Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team to translate concepts into production-ready, user-centred digital services. Significant demonstrable expertise in Front-end development of large scale systems dealing with high numbers of users, transactions and business processes. This role also requires SC Clearance You and your role As a Front End Developer at DWP you will help shape the digital products used every day within Working Age Services - the team behind Universal Credit and some of the most vital support services in the UK. You'll use your expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript and modern frameworks to create interfaces that are clear, accessible and easy for people to use, no matter their circumstances. Collaborating closely with designers, engineers and product teams, you'll help turn complex policy and user needs into straightforward, effective digital journeys. You'll write high quality, well tested code, using approaches like TDD and tools such as Jest or Mocha to ensure services remain reliable at scale. You'll also contribute to integrating front end work with APIs, microservices and cloud platforms, helping maintain smooth and secure deployment pipelines. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: We offer competitive pay for this role of up to £50,296. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth over £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering. Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more. Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket. Professional development, coaching and progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: Recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just three stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. Coding Test: details will be sent when the exercise is issued. Interview: a single stage interview. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
12/03/2026
Full time
DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP Digital as a Front End Developer and help shape modern Working Age Services by building fast, accessible interfaces used by millions. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience of open-source technologies including HTML, CSS, client and server-side JavaScript, TypeScriptNode.js and other modern front-end frameworks and templating languages. Demonstrable experience in building accessible and performant user interfaces across a range of devices and browsers. Proven ability in delivering thorough unit level test coverage using common testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha. Experience integrating with a wide range of technical systems including database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), caching tools such as Redis and API Microservices, all deploying into cloud-based infrastructure. (AWS or Azure). Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team to translate concepts into production-ready, user-centred digital services. Significant demonstrable expertise in Front-end development of large scale systems dealing with high numbers of users, transactions and business processes. This role also requires SC Clearance You and your role As a Front End Developer at DWP you will help shape the digital products used every day within Working Age Services - the team behind Universal Credit and some of the most vital support services in the UK. You'll use your expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript and modern frameworks to create interfaces that are clear, accessible and easy for people to use, no matter their circumstances. Collaborating closely with designers, engineers and product teams, you'll help turn complex policy and user needs into straightforward, effective digital journeys. You'll write high quality, well tested code, using approaches like TDD and tools such as Jest or Mocha to ensure services remain reliable at scale. You'll also contribute to integrating front end work with APIs, microservices and cloud platforms, helping maintain smooth and secure deployment pipelines. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: We offer competitive pay for this role of up to £50,296. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth over £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering. Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more. Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket. Professional development, coaching and progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: Recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just three stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. Coding Test: details will be sent when the exercise is issued. Interview: a single stage interview. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application