Application Software Engineer (UI/UX, Javascript) - Cambridge

Adecco; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mid-Level Application Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Cambridge. This hybrid role offers a salary between £40,000 and £55,000, depending on experience. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in a cutting-edge tech environment, proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js, and a degree in a relevant field. Join a collaboration-focused team working on impactful projects in AI and machine learning.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industry experience in a cutting-edge tech company.
• Passion for software engineering and desire to build scalable applications.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of software applications.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team of engineers.
• Design smart web-based applications.

Skills

Programming: Node.js, Python, Java, JavaScript (React, Angular, Vue.js)

Databases: PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, Redis

Strong mathematical and analytical thinking skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Education

2:1 or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or related field

AAB or higher at A-levels

Job description

Application Software Engineer (Mid level - Senior), Degree, UI/UX, JavaScript

Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid)
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)

The Company

Join a pioneering AI and machine learning software house, led by award-winning entrepreneurs and known for pushing the boundaries of innovation. You'll be part of a collaborative, high‑calibre team working on impactful, real‑world projects, leveraging cutting‑edge technologies including modern JavaScript libraries and front‑end frameworks.

What We're Looking For

• Education & Skills:
  • A 2:1 or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related field from a top university.
  • AAB or higher at A-levels.
  • Strong mathematical and analytical thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, happy to be in a team and share ideas.
• Technical Skills:
  • Exceptional with one or more of the following: Programming: Node.js, Python, Java, JavaScript (React, Angular, Vue.js)
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, Redis
  • A proactive, problem–solving mindset and eagerness to learn.
  • Some UI or UX design work.
  • Ideally a competent programmer in Java or Python to a high level.
  • Someone that has been involved both backend and front end could do very well here.
• Experience:
  • The sweet spot for the Application Software Engineer position is someone with three to five years industry experience in a cutting edge tech company.
  • Passion for software engineering and a desire to build scalable, high‑quality applications.

The Role

As an Application Software Engineer, you'll:

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of software applications.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team of engineers.
• Learn from an experience team whilst sharing your own ideas.
• Designing smart web based applications, chance to work end back and front end.

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