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

Adecco; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Application Software Engineer for its Cambridge office. This mid-level to senior role focuses on software application design and development while collaborating with a talented team. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in a technology environment, strong programming skills in JavaScript and other languages, and a relevant degree. The position offers a hybrid work setup with a salary range of £40,000 - £55,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years industry experience in a cutting-edge tech company.
• Passion for software engineering and building high-quality applications.
• Proactive and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Programming: Node.js

JavaScript (React, Angular, Vue.js)

Strong mathematical skills

Excellent communication

Education

2:1 or higher in Computer Science or related field

AAB or higher at A-levels

Tools

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Redis

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), JavaScript libraries (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.