Senior Full Stack Systems Developer

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Job Title: Senior Full Stack Systems Developer (Environment)

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

Location: Based near Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £80,000 - £85,000

This is a phenomenal opportunity to join my client, a green-minded, innovative Technology Company renowned for providing intelligent technological solutions to the environmental sector. They are currently on the lookout for a passionate, capable Senior Full Stack Systems Developer with knowledge of, and an evident passion for, the environment. You will take the lead in developing the future of the product, and must be keen to take on a variety of challenging projects whilst leading an already-established team of professionals, based near the modern, characterful town of Hemel Hempstead.

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

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Performance-based bonuses
Contributory Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Genuine opportunities to proactively develop the product and the company

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

Managing an already-established team of professional software developers
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 UK Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Data Science, Advanced Computer Science, or a similar, relevant field
Extensive experience of working in a Full Stack Developer role
Experience of developing software products for use in the environmental sector
Considerable experience of overseeing the Full Software System Lifecycle of a product, demonstrating your commitment to extensive development and improvement
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, 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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