Senior Full Stack Engineer (Java & React)

Senior Full Stack Engineer (Java & React)Location: London, United Kingdom or Glasgow, Scotland (Hybrid)Help Build the Future of global STEM workforce solutionsWe're reimagining how organisations connect talent, technology, and opportunity.Our team is building the next-generation AI digital platform, automation, cloud-native architecture, and modern engineering practices. This platform is designed to transform workforce engagement at scale through intelligent workflows, seamless integrations, and data-driven experiences.As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you'll play a critical role in designing and delivering products that directly influence customer experience, business growth, and the future direction of our technology ecosystem.This is a unique opportunity to join a greenfield initiative where you'll shape architecture, influence technical strategy, and help establish engineering standards that will scale for years to come. What You'll DoAs a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you'll work across the entire technology lifecycle, from product discovery and solution design to deployment and continuous improvement.You will:Design, build, and operate scalable full-stack applications using Java and ReactDeliver intuitive, accessible, and high-performing user experiencesDevelop secure, resilient, and observable backend services and APIsCollaborate closely with Product Managers, Architects, Designers, and Engineering leaders to solve complex business challengesContribute to architectural decisions and influence long-term technical directionDrive engineering excellence through code reviews, testing, automation, and continuous improvement practicesDesign and maintain cloud-native solutions on AzureImplement Infrastructure as Code and modern DevOps practices to improve deployment velocity and platform reliabilityPromote AI-assisted software development by leveraging tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, or similar technologiesMentor engineers and contribute to a culture of learning, collaboration, and technical excellenceIdentify opportunities to simplify systems, reduce technical debt, and improve platform scalabilityParticipate in operational support, incident response, and continuous service improvement initiatives Minimum Qualifications7+ years of professional software engineering experienceStrong experience developing enterprise applications using Java 11+ and related technologiesExtensive experience building modern web applications with React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSSExperience designing, building, and consuming RESTful APIs and distributed servicesStrong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, design patterns, and system design principlesExperience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing frameworksExperience working within Agile software delivery environmentsExperience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelinesExperience with Infrastructure as Code tools, including TerraformBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience) Preferred QualificationsExperience building cloud-native solutions on Microsoft AzureKnowledge of Azure Integration Services, including API Management, Service Bus, and Event HubExperience with event-driven and microservices architecturesExperience implementing identity and authentication solutions using Azure AD, Azure AD B2C, AWS Cognito, or similar platformsExperience working with observability, monitoring, and operational toolingExposure to AI-assisted software engineering practices and developer productivity platformsExperience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical leadership initiatives Technical EnvironmentYou will work with technologies including:BackendJava 11+REST APIsMicroservices ArchitectureFrontendReact 18+TypeScriptJavaScriptHTML5CSS3Cloud & PlatformMicrosoft AzureAzure API ManagementAzure Service BusAzure Event HubDevOps & AutomationTerraformCI/CD PipelinesGit-based Development WorkflowsAutomated Testing FrameworksAI-Enabled DevelopmentGitHub CopilotClaude CodeCursorAI-assisted testing, documentation, and engineering workflows What Success Looks LikeWithin your first year, you will:Deliver high-impact product capabilities used by customers at scaleInfluence architectural decisions across the platform landscapeImprove engineering productivity through automation and AI-enabled development practicesDrive measurable improvements in scalability, reliability, and deployment efficiencyContribute to the growth and development of fellow engineersHelp establish a world-class engineering culture grounded in quality, innovation, and continuous learning Why Join UsWork on Meaningful ProblemsBuild products that redefine how organisations engage with talent and workforce ecosystems.Shape the FutureContribute to a greenfield platform where your ideas directly influence architecture, product strategy, and technical direction.Engineering ExcellenceJoin a team committed to modern software engineering, cloud-native development, AI-first practices, and continuous improvement.Growth & DevelopmentWork alongside experienced engineers, architects, and technology leaders while continuing to expand your own technical and leadership capabilities. BenefitsHybrid working modelPerformance-based annual bonus28 days annual leave plus public holidaysAnnual leave purchase schemePrivate healthcareDiscounted dental insuranceHealth cashback programmePaid volunteering daysCaregiver leaveRetail discountsEmployee share scheme Our CultureWe believe great technology is built by empowered teams.We foster an environment where engineers are encouraged to challenge assumptions, experiment responsibly, learn continuously, and take ownership of outcomes. We value technical excellence, customer obsession, collaboration, diversity of thought, and innovation at scale.If you're passionate about building impactful products and want to help shape the future of digital workforce technology, we'd love to hear from you. Apply: Send your CV in Word format to y[dot]elmkadem[at]huxley[dot]com Referrals and recommendations are welcome.Thank you !Kind regards,YounessLet op: vacaturefraudeHelaas komt vacaturefraude steeds vaker voor. 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