Full Stack Developer UK Client

Job Title: Full Stack Developer

Type: Full-Time Project Contract
Location: Remote
Duration: N/A

Overview:

The client, a prominent UK-based company, is seeking a seasoned Full Stack Developer with at least five years of commercial experience. This role requires a professional capable of handling both backend and frontend development responsibilities, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, scalable, and robust web applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Backend Development:

• Develop and maintain backend services using TypeScript and NestJS.
• Design and implement APIs using GraphQL.
• Manage and optimize databases, primarily using Postgres/SQL.
• Ensure robust backend performance through strong unit and end-to-end testing.

Frontend Development:

• Create dynamic user interfaces using NextJS/React.
• Integrate and utilize GraphQL for frontend development.

Additional Technical Skills:

The ideal candidate will also have experience with several of the following:

• Infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Developing and deploying on Google Cloud.
• Implementing KYC processes, preferably with Onfido.
• Integration of Stripe, specifically Stripe Connect's custom white label offering.
• Building and managing payment systems and marketplaces.
• Handling file uploads and developing Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) using NextJS.
• Designing and working with microservices architecture.
• Implementing asynchronous messaging patterns (message queues, task queues, pub/sub, events, etc.).
• Internationalization of web applications.

Soft Skills and Best Practices:

• High attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong awareness of best practices in software development.
• Ability to anticipate necessary features or components (e.g., comprehensive user registration forms) and communicate effectively with the Product Manager for clarifications or swift implementation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial experience in full-stack development.
• Proven track record of working with the technologies and concepts listed above.