Full Stack Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic travel company, Super Reel Travel, is looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their team in the West Midlands. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build and scale a modern travel platform, focusing on backend development with TypeScript and Node.js, while contributing to frontend elements when necessary. Join a collaborative environment with professional growth opportunities and competitive salary.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong backend focus with experience in TypeScript and Node.js.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining RESTful APIs.
• Understanding of database design and optimization primarily with PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using Fastify and TypeScript.
• Design database schemas and implement migrations using Prisma.
• Collaborate with frontend team on API integration and mobile app performance optimization.

Skills

TypeScript

Node.js

RESTful API development

PostgreSQL

Authentication and authorization patterns

Git

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Fastify

Prisma ORM

TypeBox

Job description

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Full Stack Software Engineer, West Midlands

Client: Super Reel Travel

Location: Work from home with occasional meetings in London

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Role - Full Stack Software Engineer

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Software Engineer with a strong backend focus to help build and scale our innovative travel platform. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in backend development and contribute to our React Native frontend when needed.

Primary (Backend):

• TypeScript/Node.js
• Fastify framework
• PostgreSQL with Prisma ORM

Secondary (Frontend):

• React Native with Expo
• TanStack Query

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using Fastify and TypeScript
• Design and implement database schemas and migrations using Prisma
• Create and maintain TypeBox schemas for request/response validation
• Implement authentication and authorization flows
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Participate in code reviews and maintain code quality standards
• Help optimize database queries and API performance
• Contribute to API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with frontend team on API integration
• Assist with React Native development when needed
• Help implement and maintain frontend-backend interfaces
• Contribute to mobile app performance optimization

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with TypeScript and Node.js
• Proficiency in RESTful API development
• Experience with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases
• Understanding of database design and optimization
• Knowledge of authentication and authorization patterns
• Experience with API documentation tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience with version control (Git)

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Fastify or similar Node.js frameworks
• Knowledge of Prisma ORM
• Understanding of TypeBox or similar schema validation libraries
• Basic experience with React Native and Expo
• Familiarity with mobile app development concepts
• Experience with Vercel or similar deployment platforms
• Experience with automated testing

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on a modern, well-structured codebase
• Chance to contribute to architectural decisions
• Collaborative team environment
• Professional growth and learning opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package (including equity participation)

Super Reel Travel overview:

Our platform aims to revolutionize travel booking by integrating short-form, inspirational social media videos to inspire users, contrasting the traditional static travel site experience. We seek to bridge the gap between digital natives and legacy travel agencies by offering a dynamic, gesture-driven interface that captures the essence of destinations.