Application Software Engineer

Description:

Application Software Engineer – JavaScript

A fantastic opportunity for talented Software Developers, to join an industry-leading software company in Cambridge offering the opportunity to work on a wide variety of web application infrastructure projects using a diverse toolset, with an emphasis on JavaScript, Node.js and related frameworks.

Requirements for Application Software Engineer –

• History of academic excellence including a 2:1 or 1st class honours degree from a leading university plus AAB at A Level (or equivalent UCAS points)
• Solid commercial experience using JavaScript and ideally, node.js and related technologies/frameworks - top new graduates considered for the Cambridge office
• You class yourself as a tech innovator and the idea of shaping products and suggesting new technologies really appeals
• Ability to quickly pick up new technologies – working in JavaScript you’re aware new technologies/frameworks emerge all of the time, and you will need to stay abreast of the latest and best technologies to apply to any given project
• Good communication skills

Responsibilities for Application Software Engineer – Graduate Considered

Work on web applications using a diverse toolset based around JavaScript technologies. While there will be opportunities to work across the stack. The current tech stack includes:

Web (UI): JavaScript (backbone.js, d3.js, three.js, pdf.js), Less/CSS

Web (Backend): Node.js, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, Redis

• Develop, deploy and maintain web application infrastructure
• Be a tech innovator and put ideas forward to the team
• If you are keen there is the opportunity to mentor junior members of staff

What the role offers:

• The chance to work on a diverse toolset of cutting-edge tech
• Working for a leading software company who have a fantastic track record of successfully training and promoting internally
• A great remuneration and benefits package