Job Description:

• Develop high-quality software components that deliver value to stakeholders

• Design, code, verify, test, document, amend, and refactor complex programs/scripts and integration software services

• Participate in reviews of own work and lead reviews of colleagues' work

• Take technical responsibility across all stages and iterations of software development

• Plan and drive software construction activities

• Contribute to the selection of software development methods, tools, and techniques

• Apply agreed standards and tools to achieve well-engineered outcomes

Technical Skills

• Programming languages: NodeJS, AngularJS

• Database management: PostgreSQL, SQL Server

• ORM: Prisma

• Data visualization: PowerBI

• Azure cloud platform

• Agile/Iterative development methodologies

• Version control systems (eg Git)

• Testing frameworks and tools (eg Jest, Cypress)

• Code analysis and refactoring tools (eg ESLint, Prettier)

• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, and experience in building services hosted in these environments.

• Knowledge of performance testing tools, such as JMeter or Gatling, to validate system performance under load.

• Understanding of security testing principles and experience using tools such as OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite.

• Solid experience with version control systems like Git and familiarity with Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.

• Familiarity with defect management tools such as Jira, Bugzilla, or Azure DevOps, and experience in tracking and reporting test results and defects.

• Experience working in a DevOps environment and applying test-driven development (TDD) or behaviour-driven development (BDD) approaches.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on NodeJS, AngularJS, and PostgreSQL

• Strong evidence of delivery on Azure cloud platform with mentioned tech stack. Relevant Azure Certifications

• Strong understanding of software development life cycles, including planning, designing, testing, and deploying software components

• Experience with agile/iterative development methodologies (eg Scrum, Kanban)

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Nice to Have:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Experience with DevOps practices (eg continuous integration, continuous deployment)

• Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices (eg OWASP, SANS)

• Certification in a relevant programming language or technology stack (eg NodeJS, AngularJS)

• Familiarity with project management methodologies (eg Agile, Waterfall)

Required Certificates

Candidates for this role should hold the following certifications or demonstrate equivalent experience:

• Azure Certified Developer - Associate or equivalent cloud certification (eg, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals)
  Confirms proficiency in working with cloud-based environments for testing purposes.

• Security Clearance (BPSS and/or SC) or willingness to undergo the clearance process. Required for working on sensitive government projects.