Software Engineer (React)

CDL Software; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development house is seeking a dedicated Software Engineer (React) to join its innovative team in Nottingham. The role involves crafting high-quality, user-centric web applications using modern technologies, including Next.js. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous learning, this opportunity offers career progression and a supportive work environment within the thriving UK insurance market.

Benefits

Hybrid working (2 days in the office)

Flexible working arrangements

25 days holiday, increasing with service up to 30 days

Training and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

On-site amenities including parking and restaurant

Qualifications

• Significant commercial software engineering experience required.
• Experience with TypeScript, React (preferably Next.js).
• Familiarity with AWS beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using frameworks like Next.js.
• Ensure code quality and focus on performance, security, scalability.
• Collaborate with team members to implement new features and conduct troubleshooting.

Skills

Software engineering experience

TypeScript

React

RESTful APIs

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Agile practices

Job description

Software Engineer (React)

Full stack Engineer, Full stack developer. Are you driven by a passion for crafting user-centric SaaS web applications? If you are eager to make a meaningful impact at a progressive organisation, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a motivated and talented Software Engineer to join our growing development team. Our team prides itself on creating user-centric, high-performing applications that redefine industry standards. We embrace diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to contribute their unique talents to our collaborative environment.

In this role, you’ll be the driving force for technical excellence. Your focus will be ensuring the cross-functional team is crafting robust and scalable applications utilizing modern frameworks like Next.js and React-related technologies. You should have experience in developing reliable, cost-optimized, performant, supportable, secure, and sustainable software.

About CDL

CDL is one of the UK’s leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a strong presence in the high-volume retail insurance sector, pioneering developments in aggregator, web, and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment, and self-service solutions. Our innovative technologies have enabled our customers to thrive in the competitive UK insurance marketplace. We foster a collaborative, creative culture, employing agile techniques to deliver cutting-edge applications. We pride ourselves on creating an inspiring work environment with employees at the core.

We are the market-leading software house in our industry, creating software, websites, and apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you visit a price comparison website, about 65% of listed companies are our clients!

Department: Digital

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: North West UK - Hybrid

This role's hiring manager: Jed Shaw

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable serverless web applications using frameworks like Next.js.
• Ensure code quality with clean, maintainable code focusing on performance, security, scalability, and reliability. Use version control and branching strategies effectively.
• Execute software solutions, troubleshoot, and think beyond routine approaches to resolve technical challenges.
• Leverage AWS services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, and S3 to build efficient, cost-effective, and scalable solutions. Opportunities to gain AWS certification during probation.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define and implement new features. Participate actively in technical discussions.
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to improve products and processes.
• Contribute to engineering communities and share knowledge.
• Mentor and develop team members.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise:

• Significant and proven commercial software engineering experience.
• Experience with TypeScript, React (preferably Next.js), and related front-end technologies.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and ability to work under deadlines.
• Passion for learning and evolving technologies.
• Familiarity with Agile practices and tools.
• Beneficial: working knowledge of AWS.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working (2 days in the office)
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service up to 30 days
• Recognition as a top employer for 8 years
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression pathways
• Health and wellbeing programs
• Various social activities and events
• On-site amenities including parking, restaurant, games room, and more

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. We welcome discussions about flexibility and workplace adjustments.

About CDL Software:

We are the UK's biggest insurance software provider, trusted by leading insurers to drive success and growth. Our solutions support a large portion of the UK insurance market.