Front End Angular Developer

The Vanguard Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard is seeking a Senior Front End Angular Developer to join our Manchester team in a hybrid capacity. You will translate technical requirements into robust code, connect frontend with scalable backend services, and drive secure, efficient web architecture.

Collaborating with backend and product teams, you will optimize performance, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to design and testing processes to deliver reliable software.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Angular, JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Experience with Spring Boot and Java backend.
• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS S3, Lambda, ECS).

Responsibilities

• Translate technical specs into robust code for complex projects.
• Lead backend optimization and ensure scalability and performance.
• Collaborate with frontend teams to design backend interfaces.
• Mentor staff and participate in design/code inspections.

Skills

Angular

JavaScript

TypeScript

Spring Boot

Java

S3 Buckets

Lambda

ECS

Kong

Cypress

Tools

Kong

Job description

Job Title

Front End Angular Developer

The Role

This role provides advanced-level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases under general direction, and leads backend optimization, data integration, documentation, and secure, scalable architecture aligned with enterprise standards.

In this role you will

• Provide senior level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases. Integrates third party products
• Translates technical specifications into code for complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients. Writes programs, develops code, tests artifacts, and produces reports
• Employ software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation
• Lead backend system optimization efforts, ensuring high performance, scalability, and responsiveness under varying workloads
• Spearhead the integration of multiple data sources, APIs, and services, streamlining data flow and improving overall system efficiency
• Oversee the creation and upkeep of detailed backend documentation, helping cross-functional teams understand architecture and logic
• Advocate and implement best practices for security, data protection, and backend resilience, aligning with enterprise-grade standards
• Collaborate with front-end teams to design backend interfaces that support seamless and intuitive user experiences
• Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow up production support. Submits change control requests and documents
• Thoroughly understands software development methodology. Thoroughly understands development architecture standards. Trains and mentors staff with less experience. Resolves elevated issues
• Participates in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues. Explains technical considerations at related meetings, including those with internal clients. Performs systems analysis activities
• Thoroughly understands client business functions and technology needs. Has a broad understanding of Vanguard's technologies, tools, and applications, including those that interface with business area and systems
• Interfaces with cross functional team members, and communicates systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience
• Thoroughly understands and complies with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures, and verifies that deliverables meet requirements
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

What it takes

Summary of skills essential for the role:

• Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript
• Spring Boot, Java
• S3 Buckets, lambda, ECS
• Kong
• Cypress, TypeScript

Technology we use:

• Front-End: Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, AEM (Hybrid), GraphQL, SSR, NgRX, Jest, SCSS
• Backend: Spring Boot, Java, OpenTelemetry, HoneyComb, Liquibase, REST API's.
• Cloud / AWS: S3 Buckets, lambda, ECS, SQS/SNS, CloudFront, IAM, Secrets Manager, CloudFormation
• Networking: AKAMAI, NGINX, Kong, Okta, Auth0
• DevOps / Tooling: GitHub Actions
• 3rd Party Systems: Kaltura, CVENT, OneTrust, Adobe, Wistia, SiteImprove, Adobe Analytics & Launch, Medallia
• Testing: Cypress, TypeScript, AWS

Special Factors

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position
• This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)

Why Vanguard?

Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients.

This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments.

It's what we stand for: value to investors.

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.