Senior Software Engineer Full Stack
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UK WideWe are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software solutions. You will work on complex software projects, contributing to the architecture, development, and improvement of software systems. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the adoption of best practices in software development.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain complex software solutions, ensuring they are robust, secure, tested and scalable.Contribute to software architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with project and business goals.Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop their skills and promote best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX/UI, DevOps, and QA, to ensure software meets business requirements.Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to enhance development efficiency and software quality.Conduct, proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) and experience with software architecture patterns.Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure as code.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern software development practices.Knowledge of technologies such as microservices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), or serverless architecture.Awareness of principles like well architected and secure by designDesirablePrevious experience in a senior engineering role, guiding teams to successful delivery.Proficiency in multiple programming languagesExperience in central government advantageousExperience in a consulting environmentSkillsSoftware DevelopmentExpertise in writing clean, maintainable code and optimising software for performance and scalability.Ability to design and implement software that meets business and technical requirements.Ensure all key business logic is covered by tests.Code Quality and
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code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance team performance and code quality.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring software operates smoothly and efficiently.Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and integrating them where beneficial.Drive improvements in coding standards, testing, and documentation within the team.Engage in early-stage project discussions, providing technical insights and recommendations.Ensure that development processes are followed, and contribute to process optimisation initiatives.Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.About YouProfessional knowledge and experienceEssentialProven experience in full-stack software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment.Significant hands on experience with Java, Spring Boot and Microservices.Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, with a focus on continuous integration and delivery.Some, TestingProficient in automated testing frameworks and ensuring software is reliable and bug-free.Experience conducting code reviews and maintaining high coding standards within the team.Collaboration and CommunicationEffective at working with cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives.Strong skills in communicating technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, ensuring understanding and alignment.Continuous ImprovementPassion for learning new technologies and improving software development processes.Drive to adopt new tools and methodologies that enhance team performance and software quality.About UsPeople-Powered TransformationWe're a purpose driven organisation, supporting organisations to build a better future for people, places and the planet. Combining vast experience in the public, private and third sectors and expertise in human-centred design, data, experience and technology, were creating sustainable solutions ready for an ever-evolving world.