Full Stack Engineer
Location: Remote - must be UK based
Work Pattern: Full Time/Fixed Term Contract
Security Clearance: BPSS
The Company:
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Full Stack Engineer to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on designing and developing robust backend systems while maintaining a keen eye for user experience on the front end. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in Node.js and TypeScript, with bonus points for knowledge of containers, AWS, EKS, and Kubernetes. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using Node.js and TypeScript.
- API Development: Build, maintain, and document RESTful or GraphQL APIs to support front-end and external integrations.
- Frontend Collaboration: Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration and performance.
- Infrastructure Management: Leverage container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) to deploy, scale, and manage applications.
- Cloud Operations: Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based solutions, preferably in AWS environments using services like EKS.
- Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
- Problem Solving: Debug and resolve production issues, ensuring system reliability and uptime.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with emerging technologies and incorporate them into existing solutions where relevant.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Technical Proficiency:
- Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
- Solid understanding of backend development, including database integration and asynchronous programming.
- Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js) is a plus.
Cloud and DevOps Expertise:
- Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker.
- Hands-on experience with AWS services, particularly EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service).
- Understanding of Kubernetes for orchestration and scaling of containerised applications.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and contribute innovative solutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, CircleCI, or GitHub Actions.
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
- Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL databases).
Benefits:
- Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
- Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
- Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
- Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
- 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
- Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
- Participate in a generous employee referral program.
- A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
- Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:
- Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
- Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
- Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
- By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.
What Happens Next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.
