Senior Software Engineer
Apolitical, United Kingdom

• Salary:70,000 to 100,000 depending on experience. Read aboutour compensation policy, powered by Figures

• Start date:Flexible
• Contract:Permanent, Full time
• Working hours:Flexible
• Team:Engineering
• Reporting to:Tom Dignan, CTO
• Location:Hybrid
• Office:Most of our team opt to come into our swish, wheelchair-accessible office in Elephant amp; Castle 1-2 times per week
• Visa sponsorship:Not available. You must have the right to work in the UK
• Background checks:Due to the nature of the work we do with global governments and partners, all employees are required to passBPSS verification
• First round closing date:27th March 2024
• You can expect to hear from us, no matter the outcome, by:2nd April 2024

We care deeply about having a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Should you require any accommodations during the hiring process, please don't hesitate to let us know. We will do our best to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.See more on accommodations.

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Apolitical is a social learning platform for government. We equip policymakers with the knowledge, skills and community they need to solve the world’s hardest challenges. Our platform is used by more than 200,000 public servants and policymakers in 170 countries, with community members ranging from mayors, ministers, and heads of civil services to policy pioneers and digital disruptors.

• Founded in 2015 by Robyn Scott and Lisa Witter, Apolitical is a team of50+ employeeswith an office in London.

• Our mission is to help build 21st century governments that work for people and the planet.
• Our moonshot is to accelerate the adoption of better skills and solutions in government, so that 1% of governments' $30 trillion annual budget is spent 50% more effectively, unlocking $150 billion each year for society.

Our mission demands the purposeful, collaborative work of a driven and diverse team. Guided by our leadership principles, Apolitical team members are mission-driven and ready to embrace complex challenges with innovative and critical thinking. In our organisation, we value ownership, impact, and a supportive and inclusive environment enriched by kind and constructive feedback.

Before applying, read ourCandidate Handbookand make sure you're excited by the autonomy and changeability that a startup demands. We also encourage you to visitEscape The Cityfor employee reviews, ourGlassdoor profilefor independent reviews, or to look atresults from recent employee surveys.

You embody the essence of an entrepreneurial software engineer, taking pride in ownership, engaging with stakeholders, and being hands-on with coding. Your initiative, ability to inspire through knowledge sharing, and eagerness to drive innovation make you stand out. This role offers a unique opportunity to significantly influence our product, platform, and team dynamics. If coding is your passion, both professionally and personally, and you're excited by the prospect of integrating cutting-edge AI tools into our solutions, we'd love to have you on board.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who exemplifies a proactive, results-driven approach. The ideal candidate will be skilled in developing new APIs, designing intuitive user interfaces, and passionate about AI technology. While experience in DevOps is advantageous, a willingness to learn is equally valued. Responsibilities include enhancing user experience, optimising application performance, integrating AI tools, promoting best practices, and mentoring junior team members.

Note: This position is aimed at experienced professionals. However, candidates at various career stages are encouraged to follow our careers page for future opportunities.

Our solutions leverage React for front-end development, NodeJS for back-end services, and are fully hosted on Google Cloud Platform. With a keen interest in AI, we're eager to explore and implement AI tools to elevate our technology offerings as well as enhance our ability to create solutions.

Requirements

• Proven success as a software engineer, with a portfolio that spans several years and projects.
• Expertise in React and NodeJS within a professio

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