Senior full-stack engineer (App)

We are looking for a talented full-stack developer with expertise in Laravel, React Native (React also considered), and Typescript to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in building scalable and high-performing mobile applications.

If you are passionate about mobile development and would like to play a part in shaping the future of our product, we would love to hear from you. Join us in creating innovative and user-friendly applications that make a difference to students & young people in the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management: Direct a skilled team of developers, overseeing task assignments to ensure balanced workloads and project alignment.
• Backend Development: Champion the development of backend systems using Laravel, aiming for high-quality, scalable software solutions.
• Frontend Engineering: Develop and sustain frontend architecture using React Native (strongly preferred) or React, ensuring seamless, intuitive user interfaces.
• Collaborative Development: Work closely with product managers to deliver end-to-end features and enhancements.
• Release Coordination: Manage all aspects of application deployment, from initial planning to final rollout, guaranteeing timely and efficient releases.
• Performance Optimization: Utilise AWS Lambdas and other cloud technologies to enhance application performance and scalability.

Other Responsibilities:

• Keeping up to date with industry trends, tools, and best practices.
• Regularly testing our backup and recovery processes.
• Identifying key areas for automation and working with the development team to introduce tooling where necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in Laravel for backend development. Experience with React Native is highly preferred, although strong React skills are also acceptable.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading development teams, with a focus on mentoring and growth.
• Cloud Technologies: Practical knowledge of AWS Lambdas and familiarity with cloud-based architecture.
• Professional Skills: Exceptional organisational and communication abilities, essential for effective teamwork and cross-functional cooperation.

Learning & Development:

We have a training budget set aside for every member of staff and we will do our best to contribute to anything you want to learn - whether through courses, books, or more formal learning.

Flexible Working:

You'll have the freedom to run your routine within the core working hours in a way that suits you and your team, allowing you to deliver your best work.

Time Off:

32 days of holiday (incl. bank holidays) plus your birthday off too - we strongly believe in recharging and re-energising regularly.

Equipment:

We want to make sure everyone is set up to work effectively and comfortably - so you'll get to choose your own kit, including any additional equipment you might need to work from home.

Tech & Cycle to Work Scheme:

Save up to 40% on a new bike and/or equipment as well.