Software Developer - Decisioning

SAS - Global; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data and AI company is seeking a Software Developer to join their hybrid team in Glasgow. In this role, you will develop high-quality software solutions using React and Go/Java, contribute to a dynamic team, and ensure code quality through automated testing. Ideal candidates should have 5-8 years of development experience, proficiency in front-end frameworks like React, and familiarity with cloud technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a recognized firm known for its inclusive culture and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of working experience as a Software Developer.
• Experience with React or similar front-end framework.
• Experience with Java or Go.

Responsibilities

• Develop software with a React UI and Go/Java REST services.
• Ensure code quality through automated tests.
• Track progress of individual tasks and alert stakeholders.

Skills

React

Java

Go

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

CSS

Python

Git

Unit testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related quantitative field

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub

GitLab

Postgres

Oracle

Jest

Pytest

Playwright

Job description

Software Developer – Decisioning - Hybrid, Glasgow,UK

Nice to meet you!

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.

If you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.

About the job

The R&D Decisioning team is looking for a Software Developer to help us build our industry leading Decisioning portfolio. Our team of full stack developers works with a cutting edge React UI application alongside both Java and Go based microservices. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team with high standards for engineering excellence. Our technology plays a critical role in the daily operations of our customers, so we invest as much time in the security, performance, and quality of our deliverables as we do in feature development.

As a Software Developer you will:

• Develop software with a React UI and Go/Java REST services using cloud native services and SAS’s internal API’s
• Design and develop high quality, testable and scalable software solutions within established timelines.
• Actively involve other project stakeholders (e.g., managers, developers, user interface and visual designers, product managers) to ensure implementation satisfies functional requirements and is consistent with established R&D standards.
• Participate in project scoping and scheduling; track progress of individual tasks and alerts stakeholders of issues blocking or preventing completion of task
• Ensure the quality of the code you write through the development of automated tests (unit, performance, user interface).
• Perform testing of software; verifies, tracks, and fixes "bugs"; modifies software design, as necessary.
• Ensure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization's secure software development goals.
• Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Required Qualifications

• 5-8 years of working experience as a Software Developer
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related quantitative field
• You have 1 years’ experience in developing React, or similar front-end-framework, based applications with Typescript
• You have 1 years’ experience contributing at multiple levels of the software stack throughout your career with languages like Java or GO.
• You have written automated tests at various levels (unit, integration, etc.) for your software.
• You have experience with Continuous Integration and Delivery tools such as Git/Jenkins, GitHub, Gitlab, or similar
• Legal right to work in UK is required to be considered for the role
• Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Additional competencies, Knowledge and skills

• You have experience with writing SQL and one or more major RDBMS such as Postgres or Oracle
• You have experience with building and orchestrating containers using technologies such as docker and Kubernetes
• You have experience with web styling CSS, SCSS, less
• You have experience with unit testing in React using Jest
• You have experience with automated testing frameworks like Pytest or Playwright
• You have experience with cloud architectures and at least one major public cloud provider. Preferably Azure.
• Python experience is a plus.

You are welcome here.

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.

Additional Information:

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