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TRIBES

Fullstack JavaScript Engineer (Contract)

Remote

United kingdom

Freelance

17-11-2025

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Skills

JavaScript TypeScript SQL PostgreSQL CI/CD DevOps Monitoring Networking Architecture react node.js Google Cloud Platform Next.js GCP Redis CI/CD Pipelines Terraform

Job Specifications

Duration: Initial 9-week build (1 Dec 2025 – 6 Feb 2026), followed by ~2 months of QA & maintenance

Engagement: Full-time contract

Location: Fully remote — remote means anywhere

Working Hours: UK collaboration hours (9:00–17:00 UK time)

Overview

The client seeks an experienced Senior Full-Stack JavaScript Engineer to join a high-velocity greenfield SaaS build. The role involves working with Tribes and the client on a confidential project (under NDA) for one of the world’s top 10 global companies.

The engineer will help deliver a new platform that streamlines DV360 campaign creation and management, with a strong emphasis on YouTube advertising workflows. The solution integrates deeply with Google APIs, GCP services, and Structured Data Files (SDF).

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced delivery environments and can produce production-ready code from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Develop frontend features using React, TypeScript, and Next.js, ensuring full compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
Build and maintain backend services in Node.js, including secure and well-structured REST APIs.
Deploy and operate services using GCP (Cloud Run, Cloud Build, Secret Manager, Monitoring/Logging).
Contribute to architecture decisions for a scalable, secure, and high-availability platform.
Collaborate closely with Tribes and the client’s teams to refine requirements and deliver high-quality outcomes within tight deadlines.
Support QA, debugging, and performance optimizations during and after the initial build.
Ensure engineering best practices including code reviews, documentation, and adherence to accessibility and security standards.

Required Skills & Experience

Frontend

React + TypeScript
Next.js
WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance

Backend

Node.js
REST API development

Google Cloud Platform

Cloud Run
Cloud Build
Secret Manager
Cloud Monitoring & Logging

Nice to Have

Testing & Quality

Playwright
axe-core for accessibility testing

Infrastructure & DevOps

VPC networking
GCP Artifact Registry
Terraform (IaC)
CI/CD pipelines
Security scanning (SAST/DAST)

Data & Caching

Redis / Memorystore
PostgreSQL / Cloud SQL

Advertising & Domain Knowledge

DV360 or other advertising platforms
YouTube campaign management
Programmatic advertising concepts

Authentication

OAuth2 / OIDC
Okta

Project Timeline

Phase 1: 1 December 2025 – 6 February 2026 (9 weeks, fast-paced delivery)
Phase 2: ~2 months of QA and maintenance

Interview Process

Submit CV via Tribes website
HR interview
Technical interview
Technical assessment
Final offer

About the Client

The role is delivered in partnership with Tribes for the client, a globally recognised organisation ranked among the world’s top 10 companies. All client details remain confidential, and the project is fully under NDA.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Tribes is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we ensure fair and unbiased hiring practices throughout the process.

About the Company

At Tribes, we help businesses scale seamlessly with our global network of DevCheck®-certified developers—guaranteeing quality, security, and reliability. As a B Corp and ISO 27001-certified company, we operate at the highest standards, ensuring smooth and secure project execution without the typical outsourcing risks. From AI and software development to web and mobile applications, our expert teams build cutting-edge digital products tailored to your needs. With 20,000+ vetted developers, we provide flexible, scalable solut... Know more