Senior/Lead Developer (MERN) – Colchester (Hybrid Remote) - £48k

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech industry is looking for a candidate to lead a project focused on modern React technologies such as Next.js and Node/Typescript. This role, which allows for flexibility and remote work, will enable the successful applicant to gain experience in AI/ML while providing pathways for career development into an Engineering Manager position.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Career progression opportunities

Remote working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience with relevant frameworks and libraries (preferably React, Next.js, Node).
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases.
• Experience in project scoping and planning in Agile.

Responsibilities

• Build a project using React and Node/Typescript with AI/ML components integration.
• Participate in team meetings and planning sessions a few times a week.
• Lead projects within an Agile environment.

Skills

React

Next.js

Node

Agile

MongoDB

Postgres

Tools

Material-UI

Tailwind

Chakra-UI

Job description

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Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

This project will be built using modern React technology, such as Next.js, along with component libraries on the frontend, and a Node/Typescript backend with MongoDB/Postgres databases. AI/ML components will be integrated into the platform using Python. No prior experience in AI/ML is required to apply, providing an excellent opportunity to gain experience in this area.

The client values empowering staff with autonomy and flexibility. The role offers a flexible schedule around core hours, with most work being remote. In-office presence is required for team meetings and planning sessions a few times a week, so candidates should be commutable to Colchester.

• Proven experience with relevant frameworks & libraries (preferably React, Next.js, Node)
• Experience with component libraries (Material-UI, Tailwind, Chakra-UI, or similar)
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
• Experience in scoping, planning, and leading projects in an Agile environment

The company promotes from within and has a roadmap for the successful candidate to progress into an Engineering Manager role if desired.