Graduate Full Stack Software Engineer
Lovey
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Junior Compensation
£ 35KJob location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Tech stack
Clean Code Principles
API
Cloud Computing
Code Review
Databases
Software Debugging
Python
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Next.js
Software Engineering
TypeScript
Web Application Frameworks
Google Cloud Platform
React
Backend
FastAPI
Information Technology
Non-relational Database
Front End Software Development
REST
Web Architecture
Service Stack
Job description
- Work on day-to-day development tasks across backend and frontend systems
- Build and maintain APIs using Python and FastAPI
- Contribute to frontend development using Next.js, React, and TypeScript
- Collaborate with senior engineers to deliver scalable and maintainable solutions
- Write clean, well-tested, and efficient code
- Participate in code reviews and team discussions
Key Responsibilities - Delivery & Collaboration
- Work on tickets and sprint-based development tasks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product and data
- Assist in debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues
- Contribute ideas to improve development processes and product features
- Support future mobile and platform initiatives as team structure evolves
Technology Stack
- Backend: Python, FastAPI
- Frontend: TypeScript, Next.js, React
- Database: PostgreSQL and Firestore
- Cloud (Desirable): Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Requirements
We're looking for a motivated and curious Graduate Full Stack Engineer to join our growing tech team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer who wants hands-on experience across backend and frontend development within a fast-paced fintech environment., * Experience with Python (academic or commercial)
- Experience with TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks (React/Next.js preferred)
- Understanding of REST APIs and backend development principles
- Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL or MongoDB similar)
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Key Deliverables
- Deliver high-quality code across backend and frontend components
- Successfully complete assigned development tickets within sprint timelines
- Contribute to platform replatforming and future product builds
- Continuously improve technical skills and contribute to team knowledge
Essential
- Degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Exposure to full stack development concepts
- Passion for software engineering and building real-world applications
Nice to Have
- Experience with FastAPI
- Exposure to cloud platforms (GCP preferred)
- Understanding of modern web architecture
- Internship or project experience in a similar tech stack
Team Structure Context
- Platform team focused on re-platforming to modern web technologies and mobile team focussing on application development
- Mobile work supported by Python backend services
- Final team structure will evolve as the business scales
About the company
At Lovey, we believe every business deserves access to the funding it needs to grow. Since 2016, we've helped thousands of UK companies secure finance through technology that makes the process faster, simpler, and more transparent.
We're proud to be recognised as a Top 15 fastest-growing finance company, a Great Place to Work, and to hold a 4.9 Trustpilot rating, because we put people, trust, and long-term impact at the heart of everything we do.