Senior Software Specialist

Connexin; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Software Specialist. In this role, you will create and maintain software systems and support other developers. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of programming experience, a solid understanding of web apps, and a passion for technology. This position offers a chance to work in a creative and agile environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years programming experience with languages like JavaScript/Python.
• Solid understanding of web apps from user experience to databases/APIs.
• Experience in a continuous deployment environment (ideally agile/scrum).

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain software systems and integrations.
• Support developers and end-users throughout the software lifecycle.
• Conduct feasibility assessments for new projects.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

SQL

noSQL

Attention to detail

Creative thinking

Agile methodology

Education

Degree in a computer-related subject

Tools

TypeScript

React

MongoDB

Cloudflare Workers

Job description

About Us

We're on a mission to"Connect the real world with thedigital world to improve lives.To get there, we govern ourselves with a set of simple yet powerful guiding principles:

We believe we make a difference to peoples lives.

We Care About Each Other & Our Customers.

We challenge the Industry.

We deliver on our promises and have fun doing it.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Software Specialist, you will create and maintain internally developed and third-party software systems, integrations and supporting documentation. You will work with and support other developers, partners and end users throughout the software development lifecycle, to build robust and efficient solutions that enable business growth and efficiency. You will also be involved with the initial feasibility assessments of new projects, visioning & scoping, and the operational support of solutions developed.

Tech Stack

Front end: TypeScript, NextJS, React

Back end: TypeScript, MongoDB, Cloudflare Workers(similar to NodeJS, but deployed in Cloudflare)

Essential Skills & Experience

• At least 3 years programming experience with languages and frameworks such as JavaScript/Python
• Solid understanding of how web apps work from the user experience to the databases/APIs that make it happen
• Confidence when working with databases, SQL or noSQL
• Attention to detail, and ability to use creative thinking to solve complex technical issues
• A need to learn new technologies and constantly grow
• A degree or equivalent in a computer-related subject
• Experience of working in a continuous deployment environment (ideally agile / scrum)
• A genuine passion for technology, bringing new ideas to the table on how we can improve our tech stack, processes and delivery
  
  

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience of coaching and mentoring individuals on a team
• Experience of conducting thorough code reviews for peers
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle (from conception to design, implementation, testing, deployment via CI/CD pipelines and in-life support)
• Experience of working closely with internal and external stakeholders to help scope out new projects
  
  

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