Software Engineer (Java, TypeScript/JavaScript, NodeJS)

TXP; City Of London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Software Engineer to support the delivery and maintenance of engineering components. This role, which offers remote working with occasional office meetings in Manchester or London, requires strong proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, NodeJS, ReactJS, Python, and Java. The ideal candidate will develop CI/CD components and collaborate with engineering teams. A 5-month contract is offered with a view to extension.

Qualifications

• Strong software development background in multiple languages.
• Experience with enterprise-scale engineering environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain shared CI/CD components for engineering teams.
• Build and maintain Internal Developer Portals.
• Design efficient, reusable GitLab CI pipelines.

Skills

TypeScript

JavaScript

NodeJS

ReactJS

Python

Java

Job description

Role: Software Engineer (Java, TypeScript, JavaScript, NodeJS, ReactJS, Python)

Location: Remote working with some meetings at offices either in Manchester or London.

IR35 status: Outside

Length of contract: 5 months initial contract (with a view to possible extension)

Overview

We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the delivery and maintenance of shared engineering components and templates across our client's engineering estate. This role will focus on enabling efficient operations and reliable outcomes for engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain shared CI/CD components, templates, and plugins for use across the client's engineering community.
• Build and maintain Internal Developer Portals (IDPs) serving thousands of users, with a preference for experience in Backstage.
• Design and implement efficient, reusable GitLab CI pipelines across multiple tech stacks.
• Develop solutions using TypeScript, JavaScript, NodeJS, ReactJS, Python, and Java.
• Automate deployments using GitLab CI/CD, Terraform, and EKS.
• Navigate specific change and governance processes to deliver code and changes to the estate.
• Coordinate stakeholders and embed continuous improvement practices across engineering teams.

Skills & Experience

• Strong software development background, especially with TypeScript, JavaScript, NodeJS, ReactJS, Python, and Java.
• Experience with enterprise-scale engineering environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and performance measurement.
• Excellent stakeholder coordination and governance capabilities.

If you are interested in the role and would like to apply, please click on the link for immediate consideration.