Wave Talent
About the Company
Wave Talent help tech-focused companies build end-to-end digital teams. We are specialists in recruiting Engineering, Product, and Design talent.
We have three simple truths:
Earn Honesty.
Deliver Expertise.
Pursue Connection.
Curious to find out more?
hello@wavetalent.co
www.wavetalent.co
Listed Jobs
- Company Name
- Wave Talent
- Job Title
- Java Developer
- Job Description
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New Contract Opportunity (Inside IR35): Mid Level Java Developer
At Wave Talent, we believe in keeping things simple and giving you the information you need upfront. No jargon, no fluff – just the key details to help you decide if this role could be your next move. Here’s everything you need to know about this opportunity:
Rate: £500 p/d Inside IR35
Duration: 12 months
Experience: Java, distributed systems, micro services architecture, Kafka, Spring Boot, NoSQL, AWS, Kubernetes, IaC, CI/CD pipelines
Location: Fully remote - must be based in the UK
What You’ll Be Doing:
Developing and optimising core platforms to handle massive traffic surges while maintaining stability and performance.
Driving innovation in fan-focused solutions and marketplace technology on a global scale.
Contributing to the development and scaling of global checkout systems and upselling functionalities to enhance the customer experience.
If this sounds like the role for you, drop me a message or send your CV to James@Wavetalent.co
United Kingdom
On site
10-02-2025
- Company Name
- Wave Talent
- Job Title
- Back End Developer
- Job Description
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Contract Senior Backend Engineer – Tech for Good | London (Hybrid, 3 Days On-Site)
Wave Talent is hiring on behalf of an innovative, well-funded scale-up that is transforming access to healthcare through fintech solutions. Combining the agility of a startup with the stability of an established industry leader, this company is on a mission to improve patient experiences and remove financial barriers to essential care.
Why This Role?
The company has successfully launched its initial product and is now entering a critical growth phase. To accelerate this, they are expanding their Engineering team and looking for a Senior Backend Engineer (Contract) to help build scalable, high-performance systems that will power the next generation of their platform.
What You’ll Do
Design, build, and maintain backend services that are scalable, reliable, and secure.
Work cross-functionally with Product, Design, Operations, and Growth teams to develop impactful solutions.
Develop cloud-based applications with an emphasis on performance and maintainability.
Lead and mentor engineers, fostering an environment of technical excellence.
Contribute to a strong engineering culture that values collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving.
What We’re Looking For
Core Skills & Experience:
Strong expertise in TypeScript and JavaScript.
Deep understanding of cloud-based architectures, preferably AWS.
Experience with Docker, CI/CD tooling, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CloudFormation).
Knowledge of security best practices and observability tools.
Effective communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset.
Bonus Points For:
Experience building and maintaining high-traffic server-side applications.
Proficiency in additional programming languages such as Java, C#, C++, Rust, Go, or Python.
Background in healthcare or fintech.
Experience developing frontend applications using React.
If you're an experienced Backend Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity in London with a hybrid work model (3 days on-site, 2 days remote), apply now or reach out for more details!
London, United Kingdom
Hybrid
20-02-2025
- Company Name
- Wave Talent
- Job Title
- Senior JavaScript Engineer
- Job Description
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Senior JavaScript Engineer
£100,000 - £120,000 + Equity
TypeScript - Node - Cloud Serverless
Hybrid - Vauxhall - 3 days/week
SaaS/Marketplace/Logistics
My client are a premium convenience delivery service operates in London, offering essentials, luxury items, and pharmacy needs 24/7 within minutes. It uses electric vehicles for sustainable deliveries and partners with OLIO to reduce food waste. Founded in 2020, the company has raised $200M and serves hundreds of thousands of customers with tech-driven efficiency.
This position would be great for an experienced engineer with strong technical leadership skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The role focuses on building and improving operational tools that enhance productivity, accuracy, and efficiency across suppliers, distribution centres, and stores.
Key responsibilities include collaborating with designers and product managers to develop next-generation tools, improving data management, and working closely with internal and external teams. The engineer will contribute to maintaining high-quality code, defining KPIs, and driving technical solutions based on business needs.
I am looking to speak to people with experience working with:
TypeScript
Node.js.
React.
SQL & NoSQL
AWS or GCP
DevOps practices.
Interview Process - No Technical Test!!
30 mins Intro call with the Director of Engineering.
2-hour Technical Interview.
Final Culture Interview.
If the above sounds of interest, click APPLY and I (Sam Barcia) will give you a call to discuss in more detail.
London, United Kingdom
Hybrid
28-02-2025
- Company Name
- Wave Talent
- Job Title
- Frontend Developer
- Job Description
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Contract Senior Frontend Engineer – Tech for Good | London (Hybrid, 3 Days On-Site) - £533 - £640 p/d Inside IR35
Wave Talent is hiring on behalf of an innovative, well-funded scale-up that is transforming access to essential services through financial and digital solutions. Combining the agility of a startup with the backing of an established industry leader, this company is scaling its platform to provide greater accessibility and financial flexibility for users.
Why This Role?
The company has successfully launched its core product and is now focused on enhancing its capabilities and scaling adoption. As part of this next phase, they are seeking an experienced
Senior Frontend Engineer (Contract) to drive the development of high-quality, user-friendly web applications.
What You’ll Do
Develop and refine frontend architecture to create intuitive and accessible user interfaces.
Work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to build engaging, scalable frontend solutions.
Ensure performance optimisation, security best practices, and maintainability.
Take ownership of frontend development, setting technical direction and best practices.
Collaborate on solving real-world challenges that impact thousands of users.
What We’re Looking For
Core Skills & Experience:
Strong expertise in TypeScript, JavaScript, and React.
Experience building high-traffic, consumer-facing applications.
Strong understanding of browser technologies, security best practices, and UI/UX patterns.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Bonus Points For:
Exposure to backend technologies such as Node.js, Java, C#, Python, or Ruby.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Previous experience in regulated industries such as fintech, healthtech, or edtech.
If you're a skilled Frontend Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity in London with a hybrid work model (3 days on-site, 2 days remote), apply now or get in touch for more details!
London, United Kingdom
Hybrid
04-03-2025