This company is one of the UK’s leading pallet networks and they are recruiting a dedicated software developer to join their dynamic and motivated IT Team. Having established their position as technology leaders within the pallet network sector, their in-house IT department is responsible for every aspect of IT.
Development is based at Head Office in Leicester, while their operations centre is in Lichfield. They use a variety of technologies to support their network of 85+ hauliers across the UK. They also have corporate partners delivering consignments to 26 European countries.
The role
As part of the development team you would be responsible for maintaining & developing new & existing systems. Primarily we maintain existing .NET applications with a SQL Server backend, where new developments are focused around Javascript (ES6) (Node.js, Express, React, React Native).
A good understanding of HTML, CSS, Javascript & SQL is required, and you will be expected to learn the necessary skills & frameworks as required with help from the rest of the team.
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:
- Javascript Frameworks (React / Vue / Angular)
- Javascript Libraries (JQuery / Lodash / Axios / Moment)
- Javascript Build Tools (Webpack / Gulp / Babel)
- CSS Pre-Processors (Sass / LESS / Post CSS)
- Node.js (+ Express)
- Rest API Design
- iOS / Android Development (Native / React Native / Cordova)
- .NET (VB)
- Version control (Git / Github / Gitlab)
- Database Design / Administration (SQL Server)
- UI / UX Design
This vacancy is based at their Head Office in Leicester, with occasional travel to the Operations office in Lichfield required, plus the opportunity to work remotely.
The candidate
Although not essential, the ideal candidate should be HND/Degree educated (upper second-class honours or higher preferred) in a computer science discipline and/or possess previous software development experience
Suitable candidates should be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent communication skills, a positive ‘can do’ attitude to work and be willing to learn new skills
- Self motivation and the ability to work well as part of a team
- A close attention to detail
- Innovative, logical thinking
- Full UK driving license and own transport
- Naturally enthusiastic with the ability, drive and initiative to deliver solutions that move the company forward.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone, perhaps just starting their career, or with some experience already, as they offer competitive rewards and excellent career development opportunities, with the potential to have further training funded by the company if suitable.
In order to be considered for this position, candidates must have current and valid eligibility to work in the UK.