Staff Software Engineer (Frontend/Full-stack)

Job Description

Please note this is a hybrid role (2-3 days) based out of the Edinburgh, UK office.

You will join a high-performing team of software engineers, with the ability to work on the frontend or full stack, and taking responsibility for implementing a range of new application features, as well as improving the architecture, performance, scalability, and resilience of the existing product.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the implementation of our frontend Angular application, ensuring a smooth transition and minimal disruption to users.
• Maintain the upkeep of existing and legacy web applications, guaranteeing their continued utility and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather/understand requirements, and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Mentor, develop, and grow team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and best practices.
• Proactively identify and address performance bottlenecks and technical debt.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our frontend development processes and tooling.
• Collaborate with product management and UX/UI designers to ensure the software meets user experience requirements and business objectives.

Basic Requirements

• 10+ years experience in frontend or full-stack development.
• 5+ years experience with Angular or similar modern frontend frameworks.
• Deep understanding of modern frontend architectures, including component-based design, state management and routing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an Agile environment.
• Strong communication skills with a positive attitude and ability to interact with stakeholders.
• Mentorship and leadership experience or demonstrable aptitude.
• Works without supervision from other members of the team. Impact on the team is strong and visible, as well impact on the product and department level.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject.
• Proven experience migrating legacy applications to modern frameworks.
• Experience with frontend testing frameworks e.g. Cypress, Playwright.
• Experience with Java or other backend technologies.
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with performance optimization techniques for web applications.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes