Lead Software Engineer - 5989

Cambridge University Press; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publisher is seeking a full-stack developer to lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience and a strong command of JavaScript and TypeScript. Responsibilities include developing complex web services and engaging in code reviews within an Agile team. The role offers a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement and diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance

Discretionary annual bonus

Group personal pension scheme

Life assurance up to 4 × annual salary

Green travel schemes

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in full-stack development.
• Strong understanding of coding best practices and frameworks.
• Proven experience in Agile development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles.
• Develop and maintain web services primarily in TypeScript.
• Engage in code review processes to ensure quality.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

Java

Agile development

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Proactively lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles, best practices and guidance within the English Engineering team.
• Actively develop and maintain complex, feature‑rich web services and applications with different technologies but primarily Typescript.
• Design and develop solutions that maximize the use of our Amazon AWS partner agreement.
• Participate and lead paired programming activities.
• Engage, participate and lead in the code review process with a focus to ensure the highest quality of code is produced.
• Demonstrate agile development practices.
• Closely work within a cross‑functional team including design, UX, Architects, Developers, QA, Product owners and Business stakeholders.
• Ensure all software produced is robust by contributing to a testing strategy.
• Participate as a lead member in the requirements gathering process focusing on technical requirements and generating requirements from a product vision.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' or relative experience in full‑stack development. JavaScript/Typescript is preferred but Python and Java are also desirable.
• A strong understanding of coding best practices, frameworks, code architecture, object orientation and new arising technologies.
• Experience in Agile development teams whether it be Scrum, Scrumban, Kanban or a scaled agile frameworks.
• Proactive and ability to think flexibly and quickly.
• Ability to research and learn new technologies and understand technical specifications.
• Natural problem solver.
• Good team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay open‑minded, listen and learn from feedback across the business to enable continuous improvement and engineering excellence.

About the Company

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.

Why Join Us

Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You’ll belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world.

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Group personal pension scheme
• Life assurance up to 4 × annual salary
• Green travel schemes

Additional Support

We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world‑class, flexible rewards package featuring family‑friendly and planet‑friendly benefits.

Mentorship Opportunity

Take the opportunity to mentor up to two software engineers, nurturing their growth while propelling your own career forward within this organisation and innovate.

Platform Impact

By contributing to our platforms, you’ll elevate our customers’ experiences in meaningful ways.