FruitCast is transforming the agriculture industry through cutting-edge AI-driven yield forecasting and farm management solutions. We enable growers to optimize their operations, boost efficiency, and increase profitability. Building on our success in the UK soft-fruit sector and beyond, we are expanding rapidly and need talented developers to enhance our platform and bring innovative ideas to life.
The Role
As a Web Developer at FruitCast, you’ll be responsible for creating, improving, and maintaining our web application. You’ll collaborate closely with data scientists, agronomists, and product managers to deliver intuitive, performant web interfaces and backend services that empower farmers with actionable insights. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and help shape the digital backbone of our agritech solutions.
Work Arrangements and Start Date
* Immediate start preferred, with a target start date by February 2025.
* Remote work options available upon successful completion of probation; flexible hybrid model thereafter.
Benefits
* Competitive Salary: £28,000 - £40,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.
* Work-Life Balance: Unlimited holiday—simply let us know when you need time off.
* Flexibility: Enjoy flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
* Professional Growth: Access to paid conferences, training, and travel (nationally and internationally) to expand your knowledge and industry network.
* Scenic Location & Easy Commute: Work amidst beautiful woodland and farm surroundings (including a palace backdrop!), where strawberries, grapes, and other produce are grown on-site—all just a short commute from Lincoln centre.
* Plenty of Free Parking: Enjoy hassle-free arrivals each day with ample complimentary parking space.
* Top-Notch Work Environment: Our stunning office is equipped with state-of-the-art hardware and an open, supportive culture where every voice is heard.
* Great Team Ethos: We value a balanced work-life approach and foster a supportive, collaborative environment.
* Free AI Writing Tools: Gain access to cutting-edge AI software to streamline content creation and enhance productivity.
* Everyday Comforts: Unlimited high-quality coffee, tea, snacks, and other delicious treats from our office manager to keep you fuelled.
If you’re excited about building technology that supports farmers, eager to learn, and ready to grow with a fast-moving startup, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help FruitCast drive the future of digital agronomy.
Note: We are not accepting applications that require a VISA for this role, due to the short hiring window. If you do not already have the right to work in the UK, unfortunately, we cannot progress your application.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain our React front-end application to provide a seamless user experience.
* Implement and enhance backend services using Python (FastAPI or similar) to handle data processing, APIs, and logic.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into user-friendly features.
* Implement robust tests for your work to ensure robustness
* Continuously optimise applications for speed, scalability, and security.
* Troubleshoot issues, maintain documentation, and ensure code quality.
Essentials
* Minimum 2 years of hands-on web development experience.
* Experience with a front-end web framework (React preferred).
* Experience with a back-end framework (Python FastAPI or similar).
* Proficiency in version control (Git) and modern development practices (CI/CD).
* Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Nice to Have
* Proficiency in TypeScript to enhance code quality and maintainability.
* Experience with geospatial technologies and libraries such as MapLibre or Mapbox.
* Familiarity with PostgreSQL or similar databases.
* Understanding of microservices architectures.
* UX/UI design experience to ensure user-centric features and interfaces.
* Experience writing tests and automating QA
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