Senior Software Engineer

Remote

United Kingdom

£ 75,000 / year

Full Time

27-02-2025

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Job Specifications

Senior Software Engineer

Salary - £75,000

Location - Fully Remote (UK)

Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer looking for a hands-on role with leadership
opportunities? This is your chance to shape a brand-new UK development team, working on
innovative solutions in luxury omni-channel commerce.

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing, building, and scaling
high-performance applications. This role will evolve quickly into a lead position, where you’ll
take ownership of projects and guide a small team while staying actively involved in
development.

We value collaboration, psychological safety, and continuous improvement, working in an Agile
environment to drive innovation and deliver exceptional products.

What You’ll Be Doing

Designing and developing scalable, high-performance applications
Working with a modern tech stack: TypeScript, Node.js, React, GraphQL, AWS
Implementing asynchronous programming techniques to optimise performance
Using Docker & Terraform to automate infrastructure and streamline deployments
Owning projects end-to-end – from discovery to deployment and beyond
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, product managers, and designers
Providing mentorship and guidance to junior engineers
Staying up to date with industry trends and best practices

What We’re Looking For

6+ years of JavaScript/TypeScript experience
Strong skills in React or Node.js
Solid understanding of asynchronous operations and handling concurrency
Experience with modern web tooling, including ES6, bundlers, linters, and testing
frameworks
Familiarity with Docker & Terraform for infrastructure automation
A passion for leadership, problem-solving, and driving technical excellence

What’s in It for You?

Work with cutting-edge technologies
A collaborative, Agile environment focused on innovation
A culture that values psychological safety, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing

Interview Process?

30 Minute Call with CTO
A call with Lead Developers to talk about the tech and product
45 Minute Tech Test
Decision

If you’re looking for an exciting challenge where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear
from you.

About the Company

At EMBS Technology, we are dedicated to building elite talent pools across seven specialised technology practice areas. By collaborating with some of the most skilled individuals in the UK, we offer your business unparalleled access to consultants, contractors, and permanent employees. Our comprehensive portfolio of talent services is designed to enhance your technology leadership, elevate your hiring capabilities, and provide personalised career coaching services. More than just a recruitment agency, EMBS Technology is a t... Know more

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