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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Web Development Engineer I (UK) - **Company:** Discovery Inc - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** £30,500.0 - £34,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Server Applications, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Software Debugging, Web Development, Video Game Development, Design of User Interfaces, Web Portals, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.Js, NoSQL, Server Administration, Session Management, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Web Pages, Web Platforms, Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Code Testing, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** June 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9b53a5bc262d85ec ## About the Role Do you have experience in REST?, * Foundation in back-end web development using at least one server-side language (e.g. Python, Node.js, C#, Java, or similar) * Basic understanding of databases, both relational (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL (e.g. MongoDB) * Familiarity with RESTful API design and development * Some exposure to front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and willingness to work across the stack * Degree, bootcamp qualification, or equivalent practical experience in computer science, software engineering, or a related field * Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or similar * Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, or GCP) * Familiarity with containerisation tools such as Docker * Legal right to work in the United Kingdom ## Description We are looking for a Web Development Engineer I to support the web platforms and services that power the products our specialist game development team builds, including educational games and experiences. This is an entry-level role with strong mentoring and clear growth opportunities. You will contribute primarily to back-end services-building and improving APIs, data flows, and operational tooling-with some exposure to front-end work as needed. You will deliver well-scoped features and fixes, learn our engineering standards, and collaborate closely with designers, artists, and engineers to ship reliable, secure experiences. In This Role You Will: Back-End Development * Build, integrate, and maintain server-side applications, RESTful APIs, and microservices that support our products * Work with databases to store and manage learner data, game state, progress tracking, and analytics * Develop integrations with third-party education platforms and services * Write clean, well-tested code, with appropriate unit and integration tests * Support server configuration, deployment pipelines, and monitoring * Maintain and improve existing back-end systems by fixing bugs and optimising performance Front-End Development * Contribute to front-end tasks as needed, such as building internal tools, dashboards, or admin interfaces * Update and fix web portals and landing pages * Collaborate with the UI/UX designer and front-end specialists to implement browser-based features * Support integrating game builds into web pages, including loading screens and session management Collaboration & Growth * Participate in code reviews, stand-ups, and team planning sessions * Learn from senior engineers and contribute ideas to improve our technical practices * Document your work clearly so others can build on it * Stay curious about new technologies and approaches relevant to web development and EdTech Core Competencies for Success: * Action Oriented: Takes on assigned tasks promptly; breaks work into clear steps; follows through on commitments and escalates risks early. * Collaborates: Works effectively with teammates across disciplines; shares progress, asks for input, and supports team decisions to deliver outcomes. * Tech Savvy: Learns new tools and frameworks quickly; applies fundamentals (version control, testing, debugging) to produce maintainable code. * Problem Solving: Uses data and logic to diagnose issues; proposes options; tests hypotheses; and documents fixes to prevent recurrence. * Ensures Accountability: Takes ownership of code quality and reliability; writes tests where appropriate; communicates status; and meets agreed timelines. ## Related Videos - [Web development best practices in 2021](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/280-web-development-best-practices-in-2021) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. 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