Javascript Developer

Lloyds Banking Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution based in the UK is seeking a JavaScript Developer to join their technology-led team. You will design and build modern applications, collaborating with other teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in JavaScript, familiarity with frameworks like React and Next.js, and skills in DevOps tools like Docker and Kubernetes. This role supports a hybrid working model and offers a competitive salary.

Benefits

Up to 15% pension contribution

Annual bonus

Flexible benefits

30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Generous parental leave

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and building modern applications.
• Ability to integrate with internal systems and third-party APIs.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and commitment to automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy frontend and backend services.
• Build and deploy containerized applications.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, and Quality Engineers.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Next.js

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

Jest

Cypress

Pact

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Google Cloud Platform

AWS

Azure

Job description

End Date

Thursday 25 September 2025

We support flexible working – click here for more information on flexible working options

Flexible Working Options

Hybrid Working

Job Description Summary

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Job Description

JOB TITLE: JavaScript Developer

SALARY:£47,790-58,410 per annum

LOCATION(S): Edinburgh, Leeds, Halifax, Manchester, Bristol

HOURS: Full-time – 35 hours per week

WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our offices stated above.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We’re not just a bank. We’re a technology-led organisation with a bold ambition: to shape finance as a force for good. As we continue to invest in our people, platforms, and products, we’re looking for passionate JavaScript Developers that are proficient in JavaScript to help us create secure, scalable, and customer-first solutions.

If you’re someone who thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys solving meaningful problems, and wants to make a real impact - this could be the perfect next step in your career.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing and building modern applications that touch millions of lives. You’ll:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy frontend and backend services.

• Build and deploy containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes.

• Apply Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles.

• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Architects, and Quality Engineers.

• Integrate with internal systems and third-party APIs to create seamless user experiences.

• Contribute to architectural decisions and help shape our engineering strategy.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

We’re looking for engineers who are adaptable, curious, and passionate about building great software!

To help us understand how you might contribute to our team, please highlight any relevant experience with the following skills and technologies in your application:

Frontend Development

• Hands-on experience inJavaScript/TypeScriptfor building modern, responsive user interfaces.

• Experience with frameworks and libraries such asReact,Next.js,Redux,Vue.js, orAngularis highly desirable.

DevOps & Cloud

• Experience with CI/CD tools such asGitHub Actions,Jenkins, orHarness.

• Familiarity withDockerfor containerization andKubernetesfor orchestration.

• Exposure to cloud platforms —Google Cloud Platform (GCP)preferred,

butAWSorAzureexperience is also welcome.

Quality Testing & Automation

• Experience with automated testing tools likeJest,Cypress, orPact.

• Commitment to writingreliable,maintainable, andwell-testedcode.

If you're selected to move forward in our assessment process, you may be invited to complete a technical interview with Karat - our trusted interviewing partner. As part of this stage, we’ll share your information with Karat, in line with their privacy policy.

We’re committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to support you.

ABOUT WORKING FOR US

We’re proud to be a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. From our menopause health package to our Working with Cancer initiative, we’re creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We’re also a Disability Confident Leader, and we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or neurodivergence who meet the minimum criteria.

Our benefits include:

• Up to 15% pension contribution

• Annual bonus (based on Group performance)

• Share schemes, including free shares

• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

• Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle

• Generous parental leave and wellbeing support

Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive?

Apply today and find out more!

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.