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Contract Front End Developer - Basingstoke

Job description

Frontend Developer

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced contractor to boost the capacity of the development team. The role will be based in Basingstoke and will initially be for 3 months with the possibility of an extension after that. The development team currently consist of a team of 15 people, of which 3 focus on the frontend.

About the role

You will joining a highly talented and motivated team delivering software services and products built on complex patented database technology.

The client is building the world's first decentralised Customer Data Platform. The product will unlock data held by brands, advertising and publishing partners using its safe, privacy-by-design technology. For thefirst time, marketeers and analysts can combine their customer insights without losing control of their data.

The frontend tech stack;

  • Solid React
  • HTML/CSS
  • TypeScript
  • NodeJS
  • Webpack
  • Full CI

Other technologies used within the wider team include;

  • Go
  • gRPC
  • PostgreSQL
  • Redis
  • Kafka
  • Microservices

Other technologies used within the wider team include TypeScript, NodeJS, React.

The end client has a DevOps approach which is important with the output from the development team being tested docker images suitable for delivery into a CD pipeline.

The team is highly focused on rapid delivery of functionality to meet the demands of the business. Lightweight processes and good communication within the team, who are all physically based at a single site, are designed to maximise efficiency.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced developer able to rapidly grasp the domain the client is working in and fit into the team workflow. Experience in the tech stack stated above is essential and a demonstrable passion for problem solving and rapid product delivery is key. An interest in data visualisation would be an advantage but is not essential.

Location

The office is based in Basingstoke, right next to the railway station.Basingstoke has excellent rail links - only 45 minutes to Waterloo, and commutable trains to places such as Reading, Oxford, Southampton and Salisbury - or simply drive to the office.

They are offering a competitive rate and they also have a great office environment with a fully stocked fridge, free lunch every day and snacks. You'll get to know your 25+ colleagues playing pool, table tennis, playing card or board games over lunch.

If you are suitbale for the role please apply or contact Natasha on 02380 765 293 or natashascarth@spectrumit.co.uk