Contract Software Engineer, YLD

Node/Typescript

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AWS

Docker

TypeScript

JavaScript

Node.js

Terraform

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Senior level

Remote from Europe, UK

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Software engineering and digital product design consultancy

Job no longer available

Software engineering and digital product design consultancy

101-200 employees

B2BEnterpriseConsulting

Job no longer available

Salary not provided

AWS

Docker

TypeScript

JavaScript

Node.js

Terraform

Keep

Senior level

Remote from Europe, UK

More information about location

101-200 employees

B2BEnterpriseConsulting

Company mission

To help companies succeed by moving product teams from a culture of delivery to a culture of learning.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

A YLD Software Engineering Consultant is a highly skilled developer who exemplifies the highest standard in software engineering and enjoys sharing their knowledge and experience with others
You have a solid experience in back-end architecture, infrastructure, scalability, and deployments
Experienced in JavaScript, including concepts like asynchronous programming, closures and ES6
Strongly experienced in Node.js and Typescript development
Understanding, even if only theoretical, of serverless patterns, namely AWS Lambdas
Experience in databases (both relational and schema-less)
A strong focus on Continuous Integration and Delivery (with Docker and Terraform)
Strong focus on testing (experience with latest tooling)
Building high-performance and scalable applications
Working knowledge of application security, authentication and related cryptography
Good understanding of the design and implementation of RESTful web services
Familiarity with performance monitoring tools
You can keep a cool-head when debugging production issues
Problem-solving skills that balance innovation with pragmatic technology choices to solve business needs
Comfortable working in a dynamic production environment and taking care of client expectations effectively
Distinct customer focus and quality mindset
An exemplar of YLD’s brand and safeguarder of our reputation
Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
Fast availability would be a plus

What the job involves

You will work on delivering digital transformation projects at FTSE-100 companies, predominately using Node.js, Typescript, AWS Lambda, Docker, and Terraform
You’ll have the opportunity to build and deliver software within some interesting projects, both in terms of the product and the methodology
We work in an Agile environment (Scrum) with a test-first mindset (actually, writing code without tests should be unthinkable)
We are also big advocates of pair programming and nothing is released until we have a code review

Application process

1st Interview with someone from the Talent team (30 mins)
Technical Interview with our Senior Developers (1h30)

Our take

The global software consulting market is on a trajectory to reach a staggering $350B by 2025. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, clients increasingly turn to external experts to harness the full potential of emerging innovations. This surge in demand for specialised software consulting services reflects the recognition that staying competitive in the digital age requires a deep understanding of evolving technology landscapes.

Over the past decade, modern software engineering practices have undergone a profound transformation. This shift has left many companies grappling with legacy platforms ill-equipped to facilitate agile development. This technological gap is particularly pronounced in the financial sector, where pioneering companies like Monzo and Revolut have demonstrated the power of cutting-edge platforms in rapidly scaling their operations.

YLD, as a leading player in the software consulting domain, has forged partnerships with a diverse array of clients, including industry giants such as Thomas Cook and Trainline. These collaborations have not only solidified YLD's reputation but also positioned the company as an attractive choice for prominent brands seeking to navigate the intricate landscape of software development and innovation.