Senior Frontend Software Engineer

• Lead by example in delivering high-quality software and championing engineering best practice
• Shape technical designs, architectural decisions, and innovative solutions
• Ensure our systems, platforms and technologies remain modern, scalable and aligned to business needs
• Mentor and coach engineers at all levels
• Contribute to onboarding and recruitment of new engineering talent
• Enhance delivery lifecycle processes, focusing on quality and continuous improvement
• Work closely with Service Management to support operational performance
• Drive improvements across the Digital estate, including current and future architecture documentation
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, ensuring new tools are fit for purpose
• Play a key role in the RAC Technology Design community

• Expert-level experience in JavaScript, React, Next.js with strong proficiency in Azure and Kubernetes
• Demonstrable leadership within engineering teams (line management not required)
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and modern software development practices
• Ability to design, deliver, and maintain high-quality software and scalable architectures
• Strong ability to break down complex or incomplete problems into practical technical solutions
• Capable of creating and maintaining high-level architectural artefacts
• Passion for engineering excellence, automation, quality and continuous improvement
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage and prioritise technical debt effectively and pragmatically
• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Earnings That Motivate - enjoy a competitive salary plus automatic enrolment in our 'Owning It Together' Colleague Share Scheme - a unique opportunity to share in RAC's future success and be rewarded for the exceptional work you deliver.

• Tools to Drive Your Future - get started with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings.

• Time Off That Matters - enjoy 25 days annual lave, plus bank holidays. We also support work-life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments.

• Financial Security & Perks -pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long-term.

• Wellbeing That Works for You - our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it.

• Extras That Make a Difference - access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success.

RAC are on the lookout for a Senior Frontend Software Engineer to take a leading technical role within our digital product teams. You'll be a key engineering voice behind some of our most important customerfacing platforms, playing a central role in shaping the systems that millions of members rely on. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering our technical vision and elevating engineering standards across the RAC. As one of the most senior engineering voices in our Digital & Technology teams, you'll drive best practice, influence architecture and design decisions, and help shape our future technology landscape. This is a hybrid role, working 2 days a week from our Bradley Stoke office and 3 days a week from home offering flexibility while being part of a dynamic and supportive team. We offer more than a job. We offer a career with purpose., For more than 128 years, we've been keeping drivers moving, and today we're trusted by over 15 million members. We're also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we'll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.