reed.co.uk
Overview Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values creativity, experimentation, and impact-and help redefine the future of recruitment through intelligent,human-centered technology. We're looking for a talented and experienced Senior Fullstack Developer to play a pivotal role in the development and growth of a brand-new AI recruitment platformas it prepares to enter the market this summer. This is a rare opportunity to take a product from Beta launch to full market release and beyond, shaping its trajectory atevery stage. You'll be central to transitioning product development from an external agency to an in-house team, while driving technical excellence, user adoption, and long-terminnovation. This is a chance to build something meaningful from the ground up-within a startup-style venture backed by the strength and stability of an established business. Key Responsibilities End-to-end development of high-quality, scalable SaaS platforms from design through deployment and maintenance. Architect and implement robust backend services primarily using Python and PostgreSQL. Develop and maintain responsive, performant front-end applications with TypeScript and modern frameworks (e.g., NextJS, NodeJS). Collaborate with product owners, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions. Champion agile ways of working, driving continuous improvement and deliver excellence. Integrate and optimize AI tools and APIs to enhance development productivity and platform capabilities. Provide technical mentorship and leadership to development teams, fostering best practices in coding, testing, and deployment. Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and system design decisions. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the full stack. Ensure software security, scalability, and performance are maintained at all times. Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions. Skills and Experience Minimum 8 years of commercial software development experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or technical lead role. Proven expertise in full-stack development using: ? TypeScript (and JavaScript frameworks such as NextJS, Node, or Tailwind) ? Python (including frameworks like Django, Flask, or FastAPI) ? PostgreSQL and relational database design, optimisation, and maintenance. ? AI Development Tools such as Windsurf, Aider or Augment. Demonstrable experience building and scaling SaaS platforms in a production environment. Strong understanding and practical application of Agile software development methodologies. Hands-on experience integrating AI tools, APIs, or platforms into software solutions. Domain experience in Recruitment Technology, HRTech, or closely related fields is a must. Proficient in software architecture, microservices, RESTful API design, and cloud-native development (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred). Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices. Solid grasp of security best practices, data privacy, and GDPR compliance. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to delivering solutions. Desirable Experience with containerisation and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes. Familiarity with event-driven architecture and message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Knowledge of front-end performance optimisation and accessibility standards. Exposure to machine learning pipelines or data engineering workflows. Prior experience working in startup environments or high-growth technology companies. Benefits Hybrid working as standard 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible holiday scheme Paid time off to move home Contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Insurance benefits including life assurance Love Mondays events Discount scheme including gyms and popular retailers Range of wellbeing and mental health support avenues Office in a fantastic location, with countless bars, restaurants and theatres right on the doorstep.
Overview Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values creativity, experimentation, and impact-and help redefine the future of recruitment through intelligent,human-centered technology. We're looking for a talented and experienced Senior Fullstack Developer to play a pivotal role in the development and growth of a brand-new AI recruitment platformas it prepares to enter the market this summer. This is a rare opportunity to take a product from Beta launch to full market release and beyond, shaping its trajectory atevery stage. You'll be central to transitioning product development from an external agency to an in-house team, while driving technical excellence, user adoption, and long-terminnovation. This is a chance to build something meaningful from the ground up-within a startup-style venture backed by the strength and stability of an established business. Key Responsibilities End-to-end development of high-quality, scalable SaaS platforms from design through deployment and maintenance. Architect and implement robust backend services primarily using Python and PostgreSQL. Develop and maintain responsive, performant front-end applications with TypeScript and modern frameworks (e.g., NextJS, NodeJS). Collaborate with product owners, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions. Champion agile ways of working, driving continuous improvement and deliver excellence. Integrate and optimize AI tools and APIs to enhance development productivity and platform capabilities. Provide technical mentorship and leadership to development teams, fostering best practices in coding, testing, and deployment. Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and system design decisions. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the full stack. Ensure software security, scalability, and performance are maintained at all times. Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions. Skills and Experience Minimum 8 years of commercial software development experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or technical lead role. Proven expertise in full-stack development using: ? TypeScript (and JavaScript frameworks such as NextJS, Node, or Tailwind) ? Python (including frameworks like Django, Flask, or FastAPI) ? PostgreSQL and relational database design, optimisation, and maintenance. ? AI Development Tools such as Windsurf, Aider or Augment. Demonstrable experience building and scaling SaaS platforms in a production environment. Strong understanding and practical application of Agile software development methodologies. Hands-on experience integrating AI tools, APIs, or platforms into software solutions. Domain experience in Recruitment Technology, HRTech, or closely related fields is a must. Proficient in software architecture, microservices, RESTful API design, and cloud-native development (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred). Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices. Solid grasp of security best practices, data privacy, and GDPR compliance. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to delivering solutions. Desirable Experience with containerisation and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes. Familiarity with event-driven architecture and message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Knowledge of front-end performance optimisation and accessibility standards. Exposure to machine learning pipelines or data engineering workflows. Prior experience working in startup environments or high-growth technology companies. Benefits Hybrid working as standard 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible holiday scheme Paid time off to move home Contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Insurance benefits including life assurance Love Mondays events Discount scheme including gyms and popular retailers Range of wellbeing and mental health support avenues Office in a fantastic location, with countless bars, restaurants and theatres right on the doorstep.
Reed Technology
City, London
Lead Full-stack Developer Location: Holborn, Central London (Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time Direct Reports: x5 Senior Developers Reporting to: Head of AI & Technology An exciting new permanent opportunity has become available for a Lead Full-stack Developer, to join a juggernaut organisation in the recruitment industry. A highly dynamic, ambitious and fast-growing team dedicated to transforming the recruitment landscape through AI-driven, human-centered technology. This is a pivotal role where you will lead a team of 5 Senior Developers, focusing on hands-on coding and providing technical leadership underneath the guidance of the Head of AI & Technology. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and mentor a team of 5 Senior Developers, maintaining a hands-on approach with coding and problem-solving. Oversee the end-to-end delivery of features, ensuring the software is scalable, speedy, and of high quality. Architect, develop, and maintain core components of our SaaS platform: Backend: Python, PostgreSQL Frontend: TypeScript, NextJS/NodeJS Integrate AI tools, APIs, and data pipelines to enhance platform intelligence. Promote engineering best practices such as testing, CI/CD, and secure coding standards. Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship. Collaborate with the Head of AI and Technology to align development priorities with business objectives. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring platform reliability and uptime. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years of commercial software development experience, with at least 5 years in a lead developer role. Proven track record in leading small, high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments. Deep expertise in full-stack development, including: TypeScript/JavaScript (NextJS, NodeJS, Tailwind) Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI) PostgreSQL Experience with building and scaling SaaS platforms in production. Strong background in software architecture, microservices, and API design. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Excellent communication skills, capable of motivating and aligning technical teams. Desirable: Experience with AI tools, APIs, ML pipelines, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), event-driven architecture (Kafka/RabbitMQ). Benefits: Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days a week in office) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible holiday scheme Contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Insurance benefits including life assurance Regular events and discounts at gyms and popular retailers Wellbeing and mental health support Vibrant office location in Holborn with numerous amenities nearby To apply for the Lead Full-stack Developer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Lead Full-stack Developer Location: Holborn, Central London (Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time Direct Reports: x5 Senior Developers Reporting to: Head of AI & Technology An exciting new permanent opportunity has become available for a Lead Full-stack Developer, to join a juggernaut organisation in the recruitment industry. A highly dynamic, ambitious and fast-growing team dedicated to transforming the recruitment landscape through AI-driven, human-centered technology. This is a pivotal role where you will lead a team of 5 Senior Developers, focusing on hands-on coding and providing technical leadership underneath the guidance of the Head of AI & Technology. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and mentor a team of 5 Senior Developers, maintaining a hands-on approach with coding and problem-solving. Oversee the end-to-end delivery of features, ensuring the software is scalable, speedy, and of high quality. Architect, develop, and maintain core components of our SaaS platform: Backend: Python, PostgreSQL Frontend: TypeScript, NextJS/NodeJS Integrate AI tools, APIs, and data pipelines to enhance platform intelligence. Promote engineering best practices such as testing, CI/CD, and secure coding standards. Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship. Collaborate with the Head of AI and Technology to align development priorities with business objectives. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring platform reliability and uptime. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years of commercial software development experience, with at least 5 years in a lead developer role. Proven track record in leading small, high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments. Deep expertise in full-stack development, including: TypeScript/JavaScript (NextJS, NodeJS, Tailwind) Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI) PostgreSQL Experience with building and scaling SaaS platforms in production. Strong background in software architecture, microservices, and API design. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Excellent communication skills, capable of motivating and aligning technical teams. Desirable: Experience with AI tools, APIs, ML pipelines, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), event-driven architecture (Kafka/RabbitMQ). Benefits: Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days a week in office) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible holiday scheme Contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Insurance benefits including life assurance Regular events and discounts at gyms and popular retailers Wellbeing and mental health support Vibrant office location in Holborn with numerous amenities nearby To apply for the Lead Full-stack Developer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
