Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a high-growth global software company based in Cambridge, specializing in secure remote access technology. This role offers the chance to work on a vital web platform that is utilized daily by thousands of customers around the world, playing a central role in the company’s commercial and product ecosystem.

The Portal is integral to various internal and external systems, allowing customers to manage their accounts, purchase services, and access cloud-based functionalities. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering new features, enhancing existing functionalities, and continuously improving the platform’s performance, security, and user experience.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and platform teams, to create robust and scalable solutions that directly contribute to the company’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of a critical web platform that supports thousands of users globally.
• Implement new features and enhance existing functionalities to improve performance, security, and user experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, and platform to deliver scalable and robust solutions.
• Engage in continuous improvement practices to support business growth.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in building web applications using Python.
• Familiarity with Python web frameworks such as Django, Flask, or Pyramid.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript and modern frontend build tools like Webpack.
• Experience in creating interactive UI components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of templating languages, including Jinja2 or Django templates.
• Ability to consume and integrate APIs effectively.
• Exposure to modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular.
• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments is desirable.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with CI/CD and automation tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Background in Agile/Sprint-based development environments.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a remote-first environment.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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