Overviewhackajob Reading, England, United KingdomJoin to apply for the Software Engineer role at hackajob. Hackajob is collaborating with Wireless Logic Ltd to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.Join our Polaris squad as a Software Engineer in our Product Experiences domain. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic team to build the cornerstone of our product going forward, starting with defining our design system and contributing to an AI & Analytics platform that will empower businesses with:Cutting-edge predictive intelligence capabilitiesInsightful metrics and data visualisationsYou’ll be joining us at a pivotal moment as we transition to a product-driven culture where your voice and expertise directly shape our strategic direction. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop and maintain user interfaces and web applications (Angular, React)Create and maintain RESTful APIs and contribute to EDAs (Node, Kafka)Implement authentication, authorization and security measuresTranslate UX designs or wireframes into efficient, reusable codeParticipate in CI/CD strategy with the wider teamPropose and implement improvements to performance and business metricsCollaborate with colleagues and be a strong team playerPerform code reviews and provide constructive feedbackContinuously grow and contribute to team development Key Experience & SkillsRequiredExperience implementing and maintaining frontend frameworksStrong styling skills — scalable CSS and Design SystemsExperience building and maintaining production applications end-to-endAbility to optimise application performance (frontend / backend)Experience working with APIs and server-side applicationsNice to haveExperience with micro-frontends and component architectureKnowledge of CI/CD pipeline integrationHandling basic data migration and transformation processesIntegrated asynchronous processing and messaging systems What Will Make You ShineTechnical excellence with high-quality, optimized solutionsFront-loads requirements, design, testing and success metricsPragmatic planning with iterative, measurable changesEnd-to-end delivery ownership and proactive communicationUser-centred thinking with accessible interfacesCross-functional collaboration with product and designTranslates business requirements into balanced technical solutionsManages technical debt and judiciously refactorsStrategic thinking with trade-offs and innovationAdaptability to new information and approachesClear documentation of technical decisionsFocus on growth and mentoring others Why Work With UsThe chance to join a creative, entrepreneurial company where bold ideas are celebratedFull training, ongoing support, and tools to thrive and growA caring culture where everyone is valued and respected Benefits (UK)25 days holidayBuy up to 5 days additional holidayBirthday Day offEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveGroup Company Pension SchemePrivate Medical InsuranceDiscounted Gym membershipDental coverOptical coverCompany Sick Pay SchemeCycle to work schemeOnsite parkingOnline discounts and employee assistance program What’s NextWe will review all applications within five working days and contact those shortlisted. If you have not heard back, you may not have been successful on this occasion, but we’d love to stay in touch for future opportunities. Interview ProcessTele Interview – Meet the people teamBehavioural Interview – Meet your hiring managerPair Programming Interview – Meet your peersSystem Design Interview – Meet more peers How We WorkWe offer a hybrid working approach with the option to work from home while collaborating in our offices. We aim to reflect diverse voices internally and externally to drive success in our mission. Data & ComplianceBy applying for this role, you consent to us holding and processing your data in accordance with GDPR. For questions or to exercise your data rights, please contact us. Seniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr