Lead Full-Stack JS Engineer: Cloud & Architecture

Hedgehoglab; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital product consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled full-stack engineer to lead engineering initiatives across a JavaScript platform. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in JavaScript and strong experience with Node.js and API architecture. Responsibilities include breaking down monolithic systems into structured components and supporting the transition to cloud-based solutions. The role offers flexible working options with offices in Newcastle and Leeds, and hub locations in Edinburgh, Manchester, and London.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in JavaScript (TypeScript a plus).
• Strong full-stack experience, including Node.js and API architecture.
• Pragmatic mindset to deliver outcomes while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-stack engineering across a JavaScript platform.
• Break down monolithic system into structured components.
• Support transition to Google Cloud and improve deployment readiness.

Skills

JavaScript

Node.js

API architecture

TypeScript

Communication

Tools

Google Cloud

Vercel

Job description

A leading digital product consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled full-stack engineer to lead engineering initiatives across a JavaScript platform. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in JavaScript and strong experience with Node.js and API architecture. Responsibilities include breaking down monolithic systems into structured components and supporting the transition to cloud-based solutions. The role offers flexible working options with offices in Newcastle and Leeds, and hub locations in Edinburgh, Manchester, and London.