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Senior Full Stack Systems Developer

St Albans
6 days ago
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Job Title: Senior Full Stack Systems Developer (Environment)

Ref. No.: CJD(phone number removed)K

Location: St. Albans

Salary: £80,000 - £85,000

This is an incredible opportunity to join my client, a trusted, sustainably-minded Technology Company renowned for providing innovative, intelligent technological solutions to the environmental sector. They are currently seeking a dedicated, talented Senior Full Stack Systems Developer with knowledge of, and an evident passion for, the environment, to take the lead with developing the future of the product. The ideal candidate will be keen to take on a variety of challenging projects whilst leading an already-established team of professionals, based in the beautiful, ancient city of St. Albans.

Benefits for the role of Senior Full Stack Systems Developer include (but are not limited to):

Competitive salary (commensurate with the skills and experience you can bring to the role)
Performance-based bonuses
Contributory Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Genuine opportunities to proactively develop the company, and take it in new directions

Responsibilities for the role of Senior Full Stack Systems Developer include:

Managing an already-established team of experts in the field
Overseeing the production, deployment, and continued development of the company's core product across the environmental sector, focusing on strategy and business development
Ensuring the continued maintenance of the company's core products and services, to the highest of standards
Taking responsibility for the long-term quality and security of the Source Code

Required skills and experience for the role of Senior Full Stack Systems Developer include:

A Degree (or higher qualification) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar, relevant field
Considerable experience of working in a Full Stack Developer roles
Experience of developing software products for use in the environmental sector
Extensive experience of overseeing the Full Software System Lifecycle of a product, demonstrating your commitment to development, delivery, and maintenance
Demonstrable experience in the use of Java Middleware, API, Docker, and MQ systems
Good working knowledge of performance and security in Enterprise Systems
Experience of working with networks: LAN & WAN/Internet and Security
Prior experience of Database Access Design and Application Optimisation
Demonstrable experience of working with Human Computer Interaction (HCI) in Software Systems, including Machine-to-Machine Automation Technologies
Keen proficiency in Software System Design, Development, Testing, and Deployment Strategies for High Availability

Desirable skills and experience for the role of Senior Full Stack Systems Developer include:

Experience of developing software products for use within a Water/Hydrological Environment (e.g. flood risk and mitigation, water quality testing, etc.)
Prior experience with Deep Learning Neural Network Platforms
Previous experience with Enterprise Linux Platforms
Experience of leading/mentoring a team of developers

If you are interested in the role of Senior Full Stack Systems Developer, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy

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