Applications Engineer

Luminance Technologies Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering AI company in Cambridge is seeking Application Engineers to develop their web-based applications using cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidates will have skills in JavaScript frameworks and server-side technologies, and a degree from a Top 200 Global University. Luminance promotes an inclusive environment and values enthusiasm as a critical hiring factor.

Qualifications

• Experience in JavaScript frameworks such as Backbone.js, React or Vue.js.
• Experience in server-side stacks using technology such as node.js, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch or Redis.
• UI/UX design and implementation experience.
• Python or Java knowledge is a plus.
• Understanding of software development best practices for web-based applications.

Skills

JavaScript frameworks

Server-side technology (node.js, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, Redis)

UI/UX design

Python or Java knowledge

Software development best practices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree from a Top 200 Global University

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Luminance, the pioneer of Legal-Grade™ AI for enterprise.Backed by internationally renowned VCs and named in both the Forbes AI 50 list of ‘Most Promising Private AI Companies in the World’ and Inc. 5000’s ‘Fastest Growing Companies in America’, Luminance is disrupting the legal profession around the globe.

Luminance’s team of Application Engineers are responsible for designing and developing Luminance's suite of web-based applications, which apply Luminance’s core AI technology to different use cases in the legal sector. The team uses a modern technology stack, and team members can specialise in either UI, Backend or a mix of both!

This role is open to both graduates with a willingness to learn the desired skills, as well as more senior candidates with proven, prior experience in them.

If you are excited about this role but your skill or experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At Luminance we are dedicated to building and promoting an inclusive workplace where everyone can flourish. You might just be who we’re looking for, for this role or another – enthusiasm is by far the most important requirement for any applicant to Luminance!

Desired Skills

• Experience in JavaScript frameworks such as Backbone.js, React or Vue.js
• Experience in server-side stacks using technology such as node.js, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch or Redis
• UI/UX design and implementation
• Python or Java knowledge is also useful
• Understanding of software development best practices and architecture, particularly of web-based, single-page applications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from a Top 200 Global University with a First or 2:1, preferably in a technical subject