Full Stack Engineer

Mekion Consulting; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Full Stack Developer in Plymouth to create impactful software. This role involves leading architectural decisions, developing cloud applications, and integrating AI solutions. The ideal candidate is collaborative, innovative, and can effectively manage technical challenges.

Benefits

Enhanced parental leave

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Regular team socials

Business travel (with all expenses covered)

A beautiful office space in Plymouth

Qualifications

• Experience building scalable web and mobile cloud applications.
• Ability to collaborate directly with clients to shape digital products.
• Confident in handling ambiguity in technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead architecture with a focus on quality.
• Craft well-structured code for cloud-based applications.
• Employ CI/CD pipelines for secure deployments.

Skills

Laravel PHP

React

Postgres

AI integration

Job description

Full Stack Developer

Location: Plymouth

Working arrangements: Office based role

Salary: up to £42,000

Create meaningful software with impact

Are you a skilled Software Developer who thrives in a collaborative, craft-driven environment? We're on the lookout for someone passionate about building exceptional digital products that deliver real-world value. If you enjoy thinking strategically, building smart, scalable solutions, and working with a team that genuinely loves what they do — this could be your next big move.

What You’ll Do

You won’t be buried in a backlog — you’ll be bringing ideas to life. We work closely with UK scaleups and SMEs to design and develop bespoke software that solves real business problems. You’ll be:

• Planning & Researching – Leading architecture and technical direction with a focus on quality and alignment with client goals.
• Building – Crafting well-structured code for cloud-based applications (think Laravel PHP, React, and sometimes Flutter).
• Deploying – Using CI/CD pipelines (like GitHub Actions) to deliver secure, efficient deployments.

We actively embrace AI in both our development practices and in the solutions we create for clients, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve.

Who You Are

You're a problem-solver and creator who can:

• Build scalable web and mobile cloud applications.
• Turn complex ideas into practical solutions.
• Handle ambiguity with confidence and clarity.
• Collaborate directly with clients to shape digital products.

You’ve got experience with:

• Laravel PHP – Building robust, scalable APIs
• React + Vite (Typescript) – Crafting tailored front-end experiences
• Postgres / MySQL – Designing performant databases
• AI integration – Applying intelligent tools in your dev workflow

Bonus points for familiarity with:

• Flutter
• Supabase
• AWS
• TailwindCSS
• Clerk
• Cursor
• GitHub Actions

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You'll join a small, tight-knit team that’s serious about software but easy-going in spirit. We:

• Support learning and encourage experimentation
• Take ownership of our work and act with purpose
• Value each other and do what’s right for our clients
• Enjoy the ride while staying professionally sharp

Perks & Benefits

• Enhanced parental leave
• Private health insurance
• Life insurance
• Regular team socials
• Business travel (with all expenses covered)
• A beautiful office space in Plymouth

If you’re excited about building better software, making a difference, and working with a like-minded team — we’d love to hear from you.