Job Specifications
Application Engineer - Connect Fibre
£40,000 pa plus benefits Work from Home
The Role
Founded in 2020 by a team of like-minded, very experienced telecoms professionals, we have one vision; to deliver. We are a rapidly growing startup with a bold plan for the rapid rollout of multi-gigabit full-fibre broadband networks and services to communities across the UK.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Application Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications.
Working closely with other engineers and cross-functional teams you will ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business and customer requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to play a big part in our transformation plans.
Duties and responsibilities
Design and implement backend services and integrations using Python and modern frameworks.
Build and maintain frontend applications using PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks like Angular or Vue.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical development issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical development documentation, including user guides, system documentation, and design specifications.
Conduct regular code reviews to maintain code quality, performance and adherence to coding standards.
Work closely with other engineers, product owners, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and contribute to the design and development process.
Suggest and implement improvements to the development process, ensuring efficiency and quality in application delivery.
Working closely with the wider Technology team to align system direction and deliver improvements.
Helping shape technical decisions and taking part in solution design discussions.
Qualifications and Experience
A developer with a proven track record in supporting successful development projects, involved in the full development lifecycle from analysis to development.
Proficiency in at least one programming language - Javascript, Python, PHP
Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a bonus
Experience with Wordpress and WooCommerce would be beneficial
Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Devops etc.)
Experience of Cloud infrastructures Azure or AWS
Working experience of API and REST API integrations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and mitigate development risks effectively
Experience of development and integration of SAAS applications, Hubspot beneficial but not essential
Knowledge of geopandas, numpy, node or SQL is desirable but not essential
Experience with GIT and Docker processes beneficial
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Personal Profile & Working Conditions
Location: Candidates must be currently resident in the UK and with either UK citizenship or indefinite leave to remain.
Candidates will:
Be self-starters, able to demonstrate enthusiasm, tenacity and the ability to prioritise tasks in a rapidly changing environment.
Be able to work effectively in a remote/hybrid working environment with minimal day-to-day supervision.
Be able to demonstrate the ability and willingness to work in a dynamic, rapidly growing organisation.
Be able to collaborate effectively across the organisation. Effective communication is essential.
Connect Fibre operates a hybrid working model with main emphasis on home working with intermittent visits to company office locations, in particular the main office in London.
Measured on
Performance evaluation will be based upon:
Productivity and specific targets to be agreed collaboratively with line manager
Quality of work and feedback from peers and colleagues
Delivery of systems and services within agreed organisation and budget constraints
Collaboration and skills as a team player.
Innovation and creativity.
Direct reports
This role reports directly to the Head of Systems Development.
The Rewards
Salary: £40,000 per annum
25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays plus Birthday Off (pro-rata)
Company Pension Contribution
Private Medical and Dental package
£1,500 Employee Referral Scheme
Family Friendly Support Package
Connect Fibre offers excellent team and business building opportunities. Please see www.connectfibre.co.uk for more information on our exciting new business!
Interested applicants should, in the first instance, apply here or send an up-to-date CV to: Paul Blunt at Connect Fibre paul.blunt@connectfibre.co.uk. All applications will remain strictly confidential.