Full Stack Developer - React/Node

Tank Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tank Recruitment in Plymouth is seeking a Software Developer to join its expanding in‑house development team. This hands‑on, full‑stack role covers frontend, backend and API development, and you'll contribute to business‑critical systems.

You'll work across REST and GraphQL APIs, SQL (PostgreSQL), Linux environments, and modern deployment workflows, building reliable software in a fast‑paced retail/eCommerce setting with meaningful customer impact.

Qualifications

• Proficient in full-stack development with frontend and backend/API focus.
• Experience with Node.js/React/TypeScript/JavaScript and REST/GraphQL APIs.
• Strong SQL skills with PostgreSQL and Linux-based development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain bespoke web applications and internal tools.
• Build responsive frontend using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Develop and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs for internal and third-party use.
• Support backend services, databases and automation processes.
• Work within Linux environments and modern deployment practices.
• Troubleshoot, test and document applications; ensure security and scalability.

Skills

Node.js

React

JavaScript

TypeScript

REST API

GraphQL API

PostgreSQL

Linux

Git/GitHub

CI/CD

Security

High Availability

Problem Solving

Tools

Docker

Redis

Nginx

Cloud hosting

Job description

Software Developer

Location: Plymouth (Full-Time, Office-Based)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

React - Node - TypeScript - JavaScript - Linux - DevOps - SQL - API's

Overview

A rapidly growing eCommerce and retail business is looking for a talented Software Developer to join its expanding in-house development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide variety of business-critical systems, developing the software, platforms and tools that support day-to-day operations and enhance the customer experience.

This is a hands‑on, full‑stack development role where you'll build and maintain bespoke software, internal applications, APIs and web-based systems. You'll have the opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle, solving real‑world problems in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment where your work will have a direct impact on the business.

This is a full‑time, office‑based position in Plymouth. Remote working is not available.

The Role

• Design, develop and maintain bespoke web applications, internal tools and business software.
• Build responsive, user‑friendly frontend applications using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Develop and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs for internal and third‑party integrations.
• Support backend services, databases and automation processes.
• Work within Linux‑based environments using modern development and deployment practices.
• Troubleshoot, test, document and continuously improve existing applications.
• Help maintain reliable, scalable systems supporting a high‑volume online business.
• Write clean, secure and maintainable code following best development practices.

About You

We're looking for a well‑rounded Software Developer with experience across frontend, backend and API development.

You’ll ideally have experience with:

• Node.js, React, JavaScript and TypeScript
• Building and consuming REST and GraphQL APIs
• SQL databases, particularly PostgreSQL
• Linux development environments
• Git, GitHub and modern deployment workflows
• Writing secure, scalable and maintainable software
• Supporting applications in high‑availability or high‑traffic environments
• Working across multiple technologies with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset

Desirable Skills

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:

• Python or Ruby on Rails
• Java
• Docker
• Redis
• Nginx
• CI/CD pipelines
• Cloud hosting platforms
• Mobile application development (iOS or Android)
• Performance optimisation and application security
• API integrations and webhook development