Intermediate TypeScript Engineer

Gentrack; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities technology firm in London is seeking an Intermediate Software Engineer to contribute to the software development lifecycle. You will collaborate across teams, ensuring high-quality coding and mentorship of junior developers. Candidates should have strong programming skills and a collaborative attitude. This role offers opportunities for personal growth and a competitive rewards package.

Benefits

Personal growth opportunities

Competitive reward package

Vibrant, collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in software development.
• Proven track record of successfully contributing to the development and delivery of software applications.
• Understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.

Skills

Proficiency in programming languages

Problem solving

Collaboration

Adaptability to new technologies

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering

Tools

Git

AWS

Job description

Overview

The Company

Gentrack provides leading utilities across the world with innovative cleantech solutions. The global pace of change is accelerating, and utilities need to rebuild for a more sustainable future. Working with some of the world's biggest energy and water companies, as well as innovative challenger brands, we are helping companies reshape what it means to be a utilities business. We are driven by our passion to create positive impact. That is why utilities rely on us to drive innovation, deliver great customer experiences, and secure profits. Together, we are renewing utilities.

Our Values and Culture

Colleagues at Gentrack are one big team, working together to drive efficiency in two of the planet's most precious resources, energy, and water. We are passionate people who want to drive change through technology and believe in making a difference. Our values drive decisions and how we interact and communicate with customers, partners, shareholders, and each other. Our core values are:

• Respect for the planet
• Respect for our customers and
• Respect for each other

Gentrackers are a group of smart thinkers and dedicated doers. We are a diverse team who love our work and the people we work with and who collaborate and inspire each other to deliver creative solutions that make our customers successful. We are a team that shares knowledge, asks questions, raises the bar, and are expert advisers.

At Gentrack we care about doing honest business that is good for not just customers but families, communities, and ultimately the planet. Gentrackers continuously look for a better way and drive quality into everything they do. This is a truly exciting time to join Gentrack with a clear growth strategy and a world class leadership team working to fulfil Gentrack's global aspirations by having the most talented people, an inspiring culture, and a technology first, people centric business.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will be instrumental in the entire software development lifecycle, contributing to the design, coding, testing, and maintenance of Gentrack software applications. Your expertise in programming languages, software architecture, and best practices will be applied to tackle medium to complex tasks and projects. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, translating technical requirements into practical solutions, and ensuring code quality and functionality will be central to your responsibilities. Mentorship of junior developers, active participation in code reviews, and a commitment to ongoing skill enhancement are essential components of this role. As an Intermediate Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions while positioning yourself for further career growth within our dynamic development environment.

The Specifics

• Contribute to the design, coding, testing, and maintenance of software applications, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions.
• Apply a solid understanding of programming languages, software architecture, and industry best practices to efficiently address tasks and projects.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, translating technical requirements into practical solutions, and actively participating in collaborative problem-solving.
• Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and overall code quality.
• Stay abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance skills and contribute to the team's growth.
• Manage individual tasks and assignments effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software components within project timelines.
• Identify and address technical challenges, debugging and troubleshooting software issues as they arise throughout the development process.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for developed software, including code documentation, system architecture, and deployment procedures.
• Clearly communicate technical concepts, project status, and challenges to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering a transparent and collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrate adaptability in learning and applying new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to meet evolving project requirements.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve code efficiency, performance, and maintainability in collaboration with the team.

What we're looking for (you don't need to be a guru at all, we're looking forward to coaching and collaborating with you):

• 3+ years relevant experience in software development
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of successfully contributing to the development and delivery of software applications
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages commonly used in the tech stack (e.g., Typescript, Java, Python, JavaScript, C#)
• Understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Working knowledge of Agile
• Good working knowledge of relevant technologies and concepts including Object Oriented Design, Enterprise Database, AWS, Java or .Net experience, GIT, Web Services, CRM, Utilities industry
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and solve complex technical problems
• Experience in debugging and troubleshooting software issues
• Ability to manage individual tasks, meet deadlines, and contribute to project planning

What we offer in return

• Personal growth - in leadership, commercial acumen and technical excellence
• To be part of a global, winning high growth organization - with a career path to match
• A vibrant, culture full of people passionate about transformation and making a difference -with a one team, collaborative ethos.
• A competitive reward package that truly awards our top talent
• A chance to make a true impact on society and the planet.

Gentrack want to work with the best people, no matter their background. So, if you are passionate about learning new things and keen to join the mission, you will fit right in.

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