Full Stack Developer [CONTRACT - outsisde IR35]

So Code Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company in the UK is seeking a Full Stack Developer (Contract - outside IR35) to lead the creation and development of robust software applications. Responsibilities include managing the full software development life cycle and reviewing code quality. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in both frontend and backend development using React, Next.js, and Node.js, alongside strong database design skills with PostgreSQL.

Qualifications

• Experience in full stack development.
• Experience in frontend development with React and Next.js.
• Experience in backend development with Node.js.
• Experience in database design with PostgreSQL.
• Strong architectural skills and understanding of RESTful API design.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the full software development life cycle.
• Deliver robust, clean, high quality full stack applications.
• Review code written by other programmers and provide feedback.

Skills

Full stack development

Frontend development with React

Backend development with Node.js

Database design with PostgreSQL

Architectural skills

RESTful API design

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Science or engineering degree in Computer Science or Electronics

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)

Linux shell scripting

Job description

Full Stack Developer [CONTRACT - outside IR35]

Responsible for the creation and development of software, including but not limited to:

• All aspects of the full software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, documentation and training.
• Deliver robust, clean, high quality full stack applications.
• Creation of functional designs and specifications.
• Rigorous approach to testing, including writing unit and integration tests.
• Support the creation of user documentation by technical authors.
• Review code written by other programmers and provide constructive feedback to ensure it aligns with the required quality standards.

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Experience in full stack development.
• Experience in frontend development with React and Next.js.
• Experience in backend development with Node.js.
• Experience in database design with PostgreSQL.
• Strong architectural skills and understanding of RESTful API design.
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail and a passion for producing high quality software with clean code.
• Capable of working both in a team and independently.
• Excellent communication skills.

Desirable

• A science or engineering degree in Computer Science or Electronics.
• Experience with writing algorithms and performance optimization.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Experience with Linux shell scripting.