Description
Interact provides enterprise-grade intranet software that connects over three million employees to leading global names like Levi's, Domino’s, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Technicolor.
Our team of customer-focused problem solvers are passionate about helping organizations to communicate better. We do this together by constantly working to improve every service and product we offer. With offices in Manchester, New York, Dubai, Tulsa, and Poland, we operate across North America, EMEA, and Australia.
Click on any of our vacancies and you’ll see one thing in common – they all begin with this message. Why? Because at Interact we treat everyone with the same respect and honesty. Whether you’re a developer fresh out of college or a seasoned salesperson, we live the motto that we uphold for our customers: our people are our most valuable assets.
We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our Consultancy Development Team.
In this role you will be working closely with the Technical Lead on bespoke projects for our customers. Leveraging your extensive experience and expertise, you will lead complex projects and mentor junior engineers.
A little about you...
* Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on API first backends, ASP.Net and ReactJS frontends.
* Proven experience in developing engaging, scalable, high-performance, high-transactional Web UI and APIs.
* Extensive experience with C#, ASP.NET, and .NET frameworks.
* Strong proficiency in ReactJS and Node.js for frontend development.
* Experience with SQL Server, including T-SQL, Stored procedures, and SQL Transactions.
* Familiarity with Docker containers and container orchestration.
* Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
* Expert understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and principles.
* Deep knowledge and application of Software Engineering Design Patterns and SOLID principles.
* Proficiency in data structures, including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, and hash tables.
* Understanding of algorithms such as sorting algorithms (quicksort, mergesort), searching algorithms (binary search), recursion, and basic algorithmic complexity (Big O notation).
* Experience with version control systems, particularly Git using Bitbucket.
* Familiarity with ElasticSearch, Redis, memory caching, distributed locking, and queue-based mechanisms.
* Knowledge of AWS cloud hosting and infrastructure management.
* Experience with CI/CD tools like TeamCity and Octopus Deploy.
* Familiarity with the Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence) for project management and documentation.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire team members.
* Exceptional problem-solving abilities, capable of tackling complex technical challenges.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, able to convey technical concepts to various stakeholders.
* Proactive and self-motivated, with a passion for technology and continuous learning.
* Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable software.
* Collaborative mindset, and keen to help create a positive Team environment by contributing to team dynamics.
* Strategic thinker, able to align technical design options and architectural decisions with business objectives.
* Adaptable and flexible, comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Innovative mindset, eager to explore new technologies and drive improvements.
About the role...
Technical Leadership
* Design and develop high-quality software solutions using our tech stack, including C#, ASP.NET, ReactJS, Node.js, and SQL Server.
* Implement and enforce best practices in software development, including SOLID principles and design patterns.
* Optimize application performance, ensuring scalability and reliability for high-volume queries and transactions.
* Conduct code reviews (face-to-face or via pull requests), providing constructive feedback to improve code quality and maintain coding standards.
* Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.
* Manage source code effectively using Git tools.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
* Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential integration into our tech stack.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and workflows.
* Ensure security best practices, collaborating with security teams to safeguard applications.
Project Leadership
* Lead and participate in the planning and execution of complex software projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring project success and application stability.
* Oversee the front-end and back-end development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and product releases.
Mentorship and Team Development
* Provide mentorship to junior engineers, helping them develop their skills and understanding of best practices.
* Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
* Facilitate training sessions and workshops to upskill team members and promote professional growth.
Quality Assurance
* Ensure the highest code quality by implementing and advocating for thorough testing practices, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.
* Collaborate with QA teams to establish testing strategies and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
* Implement performance optimization techniques, ensuring scalability and reliability for high-volume queries and transactions.
* Ensure security best practices, collaborating with security teams to safeguard applications.
Collaboration and Communication
* Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical and business teams.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and workflows.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy and sell additional days)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Access to Learning & Development platform
* Life Insurance
* Auto Enrolment Pensions
* Healthshield (Cashback on dental check-ups and fillings, eye tests, physiotherapy, prescriptions and much more)
* Reimburse for usage of personal mobile phone
* Free Gym membership and Free Friday lunch for office based staff
About Interact Software Interact is an enterprise intranet software company serving over 1,000 customers and millions of employees.
Our mission is to inform and connect every organization's greatest asset: its people.
For more than 15 years, Interact has worked with organizations like Levi’s, Sony PlayStation, Teva Pharmaceuticals and Domino’s to deliver outstanding intranet experiences.
Interact has offices in New York, Tulsa, and Manchester and operates across the whole of the US and Canada, EMEA, and Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr