Senior Fullstack Software Engineer (Java/React)

TL;DR

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer (Java/React): Designing, developing, and deploying applications for cloud-hosted distributed scientific research systems with an accent on distributed system architecture and performance optimization. Focus on integrating AI-based solutions, collaborating across Agile teams, and mentoring team members on best practices.

Location: Oxford, UK

hirify.global is a global leader in information and analytics, combining quality information and vast data sets to advance science, research, and healthcare.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and deploy cloud-hosted distributed systems to support next-generation publishing products.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and identify technical enhancements.
• Contribute to architectural decisions to ensure system stability, performance, and scalability.
• Identify improvements for the delivery process and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor team members to share knowledge and facilitate professional growth.
• Partner with cross-functional Agile and DevOps teams to integrate innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Java, Spring/Spring Boot, and JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
• Experience with build tools, Git, and continuous integration (GitHub Actions/Jenkins).
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices (Terraform).
• Experience with TDD, mocking libraries (Jest, Mockito), and monitoring/logging tools (NewRelic, OpenSearch).
• Practical knowledge of Agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban.
• Willingness or experience in implementing AI-based solutions.

Nice to have

• Proven track record of architectural contribution in large-scale environments.
• Deep understanding of technical documentation standards using Jira and Confluence.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance and productivity.
• Comprehensive Pension Plan and generous vacation entitlement.
• Support for professional development through personal choice budgets and study assistance.
• Inclusive culture with internal communities, shared parental leave, and sabbatical options.
• Employee assistance program and employee discounts.