Software Developer

SFG20; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized building maintenance firm in the UK is seeking a Software Developer to design and enhance groundbreaking software solutions. The role requires expertise in JavaScript, Node.js, and Agile methodologies. As a key member of a collaborative team, you will work on innovative projects that promote safer, sustainable buildings. The position offers remote/hybrid working options along with excellent benefits including medical insurance, holiday entitlement, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

26 days holiday + Bank holidays + buy up to 5 days

Private Medical insurance with BUPA

Remote/Hybrid first policy

Employee Assistance programme

Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits

Gym Discounts

Qualifications

• Proficient in JavaScript and Node.js.
• Experience with TypeScript and Cypress.
• Strong understanding of software principles and best practices.
• Experience with Agile and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance software solutions.
• Take ownership of software projects and tasks.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure quality.
• Collaborate with Product Owners on new features.

Skills

JavaScript

Node.js

TypeScript

Cypress automated testing

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Git

Job description

About us

SFG20 is the industry standard for building maintenance. Providing services and pioneering technologies that empower people to create and sustain safer buildings.

Our mission is to make buildings better using our standard, software and expertise. Our vision is to become the leading authority for built environment maintenance that protects and enhances the quality of life.

About the role

Become a driving force in our mission to revolutionise building maintenance! As a Software Developer at SFG20, you'll design, develop, and enhance cutting‑edge software solutions that empower our clients to create safer, more sustainable built environments. You'll be an integral part of a collaborative and agile team, working closely with Product Owners to bring exciting new features to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects, from selecting tickets and estimating complexity to writing clean, efficient code and participating in code reviews.
• Develop features for our systems.
• Estimate the complexity of tickets and tasks.
• Deliver required software development tasks.
• Strive for quality in your work product.
• Ensure user stories are properly refined and groomed.
• Have influence over implementation choices.
• Share knowledge with colleagues and influence technical decisions, champion best practices, and contribute to shaping the future of our software.

We value your expertise and encourage you to share your knowledge with colleagues. You'll have the opportunity to influence technical decisions, champion best practices, and contribute to shaping the future of our software.

Essential experience

• JavaScript and Node.js proficiency
• Experience with TypeScript
• Experience with Cypress automated testing
• Experience working with QA teams
• Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g. Kanban)
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for continuous learning and development.

Desirable experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Portfolio on GitHub or other similar platform.

Additional Information

All candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK. We are unfortunately not able to offer sponsorship. Documentary evidence will be required.

All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting and reference checks.

Our Benefits

• 🏖 26 days holiday + Bank holidays + buy up to 5 days
• 🏥 Private Medical insurance with BUPA
• 🏡 Remote/Hybrid first policy
• 💙 Employee Assistance programme with WeCare
• 👨👩👧 Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits
• 🏋️♂️ Gym Discounts
• 🚀and more!

Equal opportunities for everyone

Diversity and inclusion are our priorities, and we’re ensuring we have lots of support so our people can grow at SFG20 and do their best work!

We embrace diversity by fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and able to bring their whole self to work.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.