Why Aqovia?
Since 2008, Aqovia has been at the forefront of technology innovation, serving clients in telecommunications, media, and technology. We specialise in architecture, design, and software development for transformative projects. Join a team that values innovation, expertise, and commitment to excellence.
Embark on a journey with Aqovia, where your client engagement and management expertise will be crucial in shaping the future of our technology solutions.
Job Description
Aqovia is looking for a ‘hands-on’ Technical Lead to work on clients and our own research and development projects.
Aqovians live and breathe agile, thrive in an eXtreme Programming environment, and are passionate about software development as a craft, as well as an engineering discipline. We love learning new skills and keeping up to date with the latest industry trends. We advocate for the best tools and practices and are enthusiastic about pair programming.
Heres what youll do:
* Serve as a ‘hands-on’ software engineering leader
* Act as technical design authority and architect, ensuring alignment with other Aqovia and client teams and initiatives
* Guide customers and clients on solution options, including the interplay between off-the-shelf and bespoke components
* Contribute to Aqovia’s Research & Development programme
* Evaluate new technologies for adoption
* Be able to explain complex technical issues in simple terms
Agile Coach:
* Ensure smooth running of agile ceremonies (including planning, retrospectives, stand-ups)
* Advocate for agile principles and guide the development team and customer stakeholders on practices
* Support the client Product Owner in managing the product roadmap and backlog
Team Management:
* Support appraisals of engineering staff
* Ensure timely resolution of support issues, including handling escalations
* Production and dissemination of basic team reports
* Line management of technical squad
* Timesheet approval
Were looking for someone who:
* Has experience working in a professional and agile software development environment
* Has experience managing stakeholders through the development process
* Possesses the mindset and desire to drive, architecturally, the adoption and integration of a new off-the-shelf system
* Has strong Agile Coaching skills
* Can hold Scrum ceremonies
* Can explain complex technical issues in simple terms
* Has an aptitude for solving tough problems
* Has strong knowledge of HTML5, ECMAScript 6+, CSS3, and the Web Platform
* Has experience with component-based web development in JavaScript or TypeScript using Web Components built using Lit-html / lit-element (similar to React, Angular, or Vue), ideally using the OWA generators
* Possesses professional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively manage business interactions and maintain a professional tone in all commercial correspondence
* Has in-depth experience in at least one of the following areas:
o Offline-first, mobile-first Progressive Web Applications
o Micro-frontend architectures
o Performance monitoring and optimization of browser-based applications
Joining Aqovia means:
* Making a real difference: Youll be part of a team developing solutions that empower businesses while contributing to sustainable practices.
* Growth opportunities: We invest in our employees development and offer a path for career advancement.
* Collaborative culture: We value teamwork, open communication, and a supportive environment.
* Competitive benefits package: Including healthcare, paid gym membership, pension scheme, Perkbox, and more.
Tech Stack
Our tech stack is continuously evolving. Currently, our preferred stack includes:
Front-end (“JamStack”, Progressive Web Applications, often as micro-frontends):
* JavaScript (ES6+ or sometimes TypeScript) / Babel / Webpack
* Web Components V1 (principally using lit-html and lit-element using the OWC generators/toolchains)
* State management with MobX or Apollo (GraphQL)
Server-side:
* Azure Functions
* .NET Core
Cloud:
* Azure Serverless
* Kubernetes
If youre a technically adept problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and shares our commitment to positive impact, we encourage you to apply!
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Aqovia, we believe in the strength of diversity. We strive to reflect the varied markets we serve and foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to embracing all forms of diversity across our organization.
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