Software Engineer / Lead Developer - TypeScript Expert

ACHE; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech consultancy is seeking a Software Engineer / Lead Developer with TypeScript expertise to lead back-end development. This hybrid role requires someone with a strong background in software engineering patterns and the ability to work independently. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience and excel in delivering high-quality code solutions. Initial contract duration is 3 months with a competitive rate.

Qualifications

• Expert in TypeScript with strong back-end development experience.
• Extensive experience in applying well-known software patterns.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Advanced algorithmic approach and abstract problem-solving capabilities.
• Solid understanding of TDD and SOLID principles.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in software development/software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the back-end development of a new platform using TypeScript.
• Translate abstract concepts into working, production-ready solutions.
• Build robust, scalable algorithms and efficient data structures.
• Collaborate with other engineers, mentoring and sharing knowledge.
• Produce maintainable, clean code based on the 'less is more' principle.

Skills

TypeScript expertise

Software engineering patterns

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

SOLID principles

Independent problem-solving

Excellent technical communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Contract Software Engineer / Lead Developer - TypeScript Expert

The Role

We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer / Back-End Developer - a true 'super dev' - with proven TypeScript expertise and a deep understanding of software engineering patterns. This is a high-level contract role, suitable for someone operating at Principal Engineer or Lead Engineer level.

You'll join a small, highly skilled team building a new platform driven by innovative algorithms, clever data structures, and pattern-based architecture. Working closely with the Head of Architecture, you'll take abstract concepts and requirements, distil them, and deliver high-quality, elegant solutions.

This is a role for someone who thrives on independence, can work from a high-level brief, and produces results quickly and to the highest standards.

Location: Hybrid - 2 days per week in Yorkshire, possibly less remainder remote

Rate: circa £680 per day (inside IR35)

Duration: 3 months initially

Start: Beginning of September

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the back-end development of a new platform using TypeScript.
• Apply advanced software engineering patterns and design principles.
• Translate abstract concepts into working, production-ready solutions.
• Employ Test-Driven Development (TDD) and SOLID principles.
• Build robust, scalable algorithms and efficient data structures.
• Collaborate with other engineers, mentoring and sharing knowledge.
• Produce maintainable, clean code based on the 'less is more' principle.
  
  

Essential Skills & Experience

• Expert in TypeScript, with strong back-end development experience.
• Extensive experience in applying well-known software patterns.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Advanced algorithmic approach and abstract problem-solving capabilities.
• Solid understanding of TDD and SOLID principles.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in software development/software engineering
• Excellent technical communication skills.
• Able to take a concept from discussion to high-quality code delivery.
  
  

Desirable

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline highly desirable
• Experience in high-performance or complex systems.
• Familiarity with algorithmic analysis and performance optimisation.
  
  

Work Arrangements

• Hybrid: 2 days per week in Sheffield office.
• Flexibility possible for the right candidate.
• Inside IR35 contract.
  
  

If you are a high-calibre developer with the skills above and the ability to deliver complex back-end solutions at speed, we'd love to hear from you.

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