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.
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