Full Stack Developer
Location:
Dorset
Sector:
Smart Technology
Type:
Full-time, Permanent - £55 - £65,000
Foundations Executive Search is proud to support a long-established and highly respected technology business in the smart technology sector as they expand their product engineering team. With a reputation for innovation and delivery excellence, this organisation handles millions of transactions annually and works on cutting-edge projects across web and mobile platforms
The Opportunity
As a Full Stack Developer, you’ll play a key role in the design and development of modern, event-driven applications that span from front-end web portals to serverless backend services built on AWS. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, you'll contribute to both B2B and B2C solutions.
You’ll have the opportunity to work on technically complex, high-impact products in a fast-evolving sector, building secure, efficient, and user-centric systems that deliver real value to operators and the public.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop modern front-end and backend services for customer-facing and internal applications
Build high-quality, scalable, and secure systems using technologies such as
React
,
TypeScript
,
Node.js
, and
AWS Lambda
Work closely with architects and technical leads to shape application designs and interface definitions
Collaborate with product and sales teams to interpret and refine business requirements
Implement user interfaces and APIs to meet a range of customer and operational use cases
Write clear and maintainable code, backed by strong testing practices (unit, integration, end-to-end)
Participate in Agile ceremonies, contribute to user stories, and manage change through structured processes
Help define UI/UX best practices and continuously improve the development workflow
Proactively resolve blockers and raise potential issues early
About You
You’ll be a capable and curious developer who thrives in a collaborative environment. With a keen eye for code quality, an appetite for learning, and a strong sense of ownership, you’ll help deliver solutions that are well-architected, secure, and fit for scale.
Essential Experience & Skills
Strong understanding of modern web development practices
Proficiency in
JavaScript
or
TypeScript
and frameworks such as
React
/
React Native
Backend development using
Node.js
Experience with
AWS cloud services
and serverless technologies (e.g. Lambda, DynamoDB)
Familiarity with automated testing techniques and tools
Comfortable working across multiple projects and Agile environments
Experience using GitLab, JIRA, or similar platforms
Excellent communication skills and stakeholder awareness
UK driving licence required
Desirable Experience
GraphQL or RESTful API design
AWS CDK or other infrastructure-as-code tools
GitLab CI/CD pipelines
Experience with mobile development or BFF architecture
Demonstrated success in delivering production-grade software
Personal Attributes
Proactive and positive approach to problem-solving
Clear communicator with strong collaboration skills
Analytical mindset and attention to detail
Resilient, adaptable, and self-disciplined
Committed to continuous improvement and lifelong learning
Commercially aware and delivery-focused
Able to manage priorities and work independently within a supportive team structure
Interested?
To learn more or apply confidentially, get in touch with the team at
Foundations Executive Search
. We specialise in senior and technical appointments across infrastructure, and digital services