Job Description
Company Description
Version 1 has celebrated 30 years in the IT industry and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver IT solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.
We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023.
As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally
Job Description
Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Technical Lead Software Developer with over 10 years of expertise in React and AWS. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leading software development projects, mentoring team members, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. They will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring best practices are followed, and driving innovation within the team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance, scalable software applications using React front end.
- Mentor and guide a team of developers, providing technical leadership and support to ensure best practices are followed.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business needs, and provide innovative solutions.
- Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure code quality and reliability.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Maven, and Git.
- Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth operation.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve the development process.
- Drive the adoption of Agile development methodologies and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience (10+ years) working as a Lead Software Developer with a focus on React front end development.
- Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) principles and software development best practices.
- Strong experience with front-end technologies such as ReactJS, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript libraries.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude towards tackling challenges.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Desirable Skills:
- Previous experience working in the pharmaceutical domain industry is highly desirable.
- Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, and others relevant to application deployment and maintenance is desirable.
- Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes) is a plus.
Additional Information
At Version 1,
we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.
One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.
We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company’s profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.
