Senior Front End/Lead Developer

Amber Labs Limited; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Amber Labs Limited is seeking a Senior Front End/Lead Developer to join their London team, focusing on the development of high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate should be proficient in JavaScript, Node.js, and NoSQL technologies, eager to work within a collaborative and innovative environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic tech consultancy.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company pension plan

25 days of annual leave

Access Perkbox for discounts

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in JavaScript and Node.js, and experience with Nunjucks preferred.
• Familiarity with Java Spring Boot microservices and NoSQL databases is required.
• High-level understanding of AWS services like IAM, SQS, S3, Secrets Management, and KMS.

Responsibilities

• Build, design, and maintain robust front-end applications leveraging JavaScript and Node.js.
• Interface with Java Spring Boot microservices and ensure seamless communication.
• Implement features interacting with NoSQL databases and utilize AWS services.

Skills

JavaScript

Node.js

Nunjucks

NoSQL

AWS Services

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Senior Front End / Lead Developer

Senior Front End / Lead Developer

The Company: At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Frontend Senior / Lead Developer to join our dynamic team. You’ll independently spearhead the development and enhancement of web applications while reviewing code and coordinating with software, DevOps, and test engineers. Your role will involve working on a predominantly JavaScript-driven tech stack and building secure, high-performance solutions that interface with modern backend services. We're looking for a proactive individual who is passionate about technology, open to continuous learning, and eager to embrace experimentation while delivering innovative results.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Build, design, and maintain robust front-end applications leveraging a tech stack that primarily includes JavaScript, Node.js, and Nunjucks.
• Backend Integration: Interface with Java Spring Boot-backed microservices, ensuring seamless communication between front-end and backend services in a container-based architecture.
• NoSQL Expertise: Implement features that interact directly with NoSQL databases, with a preference for Amazon DocumentDB.
• Amazon AWS Services: Utilise supporting AWS services, including IAM, SQS, S3, Secrets Management, and KMS.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps engineers, and QA engineers, ensuring smooth coordination and delivery.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continually improve processes and share knowledge.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proven expertise in JavaScript and Node.js with experience in Nunjucks templating preferred.
• Familiarity with interfacing front-end solutions with Java Spring Boot microservices.
• Experience in implementing features in NoSQL database environments, preferably Amazon DocumentDB.
• High-level understanding and practical experience with AWS services like IAM, SQS, S3, Secrets Management, and KMS.
• Optional exposure to Gov.CASA frontend implementation.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape and influence cutting-edge digital strategies in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Benefits

• Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
• Participate in a generous employee referral program.
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.
  
  

Diversity & Inclusion

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

• Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
• Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
• Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
• By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.
  
  

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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