Back End Developer

The role.

The role is suitable for candidates with industry experience in Back End Software development using TypeScript. Candidates need to have a positive can-do attitude and a strong drive to develop class-leading technology. The focus for this role will be Developing and implementing the back end of the platform for new and existing features.

Duties will include

• Working on an exciting project with a modern tech stack using JS frameworks
• Optimising applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Expanding GraphQL schema
• Reviewing platform insight data from X-ray to optimise the code
• Working closely with developers on the front end
• Breaking down development milestone tasks into smaller estimated deliverables
• Carrying out code reviews on front end work to ensure quality, consistency, and knowledge sharing
• Updating tasks with status and progress
• Other ad hoc tasks as delegated

Key relationships

• Founder/CEO;
• Chief Product and Technology Officer
• Full-stack Developer
• Testers

Reports to

Chief Product and Technology Officer

Person specification

We are a young growing organisation offering ample opportunities to make a mark. We are seeking individuals who share our values and commitment to quality and success. Candidates’ qualities are expected to include:

• Enthusiasm for software development
• A passion for problem solving
• Self-disciplined, well organised, and highly motivated with the ability to work collaboratively in a (virtual) team environment with multiple colleagues and clients
• Ability to present themselves professionally, project confidence and credibility
• Solution seeking, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to listen and talk about software development with non-technical people.

Essential

• Experience developing with TypeScript
• Experience with AWS Serverless Web applications
• Experience developing with NodeJS
• Experience with Lambda functions
• Experience Developing and maintaining back-end services.
• Experience with JIRA
• Experience using source control – GitHub

Desirable

• Experience with Amplify framework
• Experience with CDK
• Back End Performance testing
• Experience in AWS specifically
  • Cognito
  • API gateway
  • DynamoDB
• Intermediate level of Vue.js
• Experience using GraphQL
• Experience with unit and/or integration testing software

And on a personal level

• You need to be a self-starter as work is done remotely and virtually
• You are motivated to work independently and fit well in a young and growing organisation; and
• You are confident and enthusiastic, able to inspire others and enjoy working hard to have a positive impact and make a real difference at the highest level in an organisation.


Location

Remote, beneficial if within commuting distance of London

Hours of work

Full-time 9:00am – 5:30pm

Remuneration

Depending on qualifications and experience.

Additional benefits

Bonus.

Holiday entitlement

Twenty-five days per year (plus Bank Holidays) rising by one day for each full year of service to a maximum of 30 days per year.

Application information

• To be considered, all applications should be submitted by email to sabine.dembkowski@better-boards.com and must include the following as attachments:
  formal application letter (maximum two pages of A4 at a Font size no less than 10pt) summarising your reasons for applying for, and suitability for, the post
• CV and
• References