Powdr Ltd

Looking to make a big impact in a small team? Looking for flexibility in a role to work hours around a family or hobby (or just to let you be that morning person and stay in bed an extra hour!)? We want to hear from you and understand what you could bring to our collaborative but fast paced small company. Powdr's software is the brain child of our amazing co-founder and CTO Steve and is managed and developed by his small but fantastic team which we are looking for someone to join. You'll get to work alongside some really great (and just nice) people whilst doing a variety of things in a full stack developer role. We are on the hunt for someone who loves solving bugs but also wants to develop new features. You'll be working directly with the CEO and COO to bring their ideas to life, and we're looking for someone who can take ideas and build out the ask without all the structure that often sits in larger corporate firms when it comes to development. For the right person it's a great development opportunity and will give a breadth of opportunities across a variety of different parts of the software you'll never be bored. We can promise you a dynamic, fast paced role, responsibility from the get go, and the ability to influence and shape your work to achieve the best output for our business and clients. Come and be part of our growth story! Because we are on such a growth curve at this stage we ideally are looking for someone with strong React and Java skills. You'll have the support of the team of course around you to help you day to day but having the independence to take a piece of work, shape it and bring it to life is a must for us. *Company Overview:* We are passionate about innovation and are seeking a talented experienced mid level Full-Stack Software Engineer to be part of our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a company with BIG plans for the future. *Technologies we use and we would like you to feel confident to hit the ground running in using:* -.*Backend:* Java, Spring Boot, MySQL -.*Frontend:* React (version 17+), Material-UI (MUI) *Key Responsibilities:* - Develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications using Java and Spring Boot. - Design and optimize database structures with MySQL. - Build responsive user interfaces with React and Material-UI. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. - Participate in code reviews and contribute to team best practices. - Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across the full stack. *Qualifications:* -.*Experience:* Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer or similar role. -.*Backend Skills:* Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot. -.*Frontend Skills:* Solid experience with React (version 17 or higher) and Material-UI. -.*Database Knowledge:* Familiarity with MySQL and database design principles. *Additional Skills:* - Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services. - Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. - Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment. *What We Offer:* -.*Competitive Salary:* We offer a salary package that is commensurate with experience and competitive within the industry. -.*Flexible Work Environment:* We are based in Nottingham/Manchester and would hope to see you every now and again. Technically the role is hybrid but this is with a common sense application, we work together when it makes sense (or you just want some human interaction outside your home life). Working hours are also flexible; as long as you deliver quality work, when you do this is within your control! If you need flexibility to support childcare we can look at this too - whether it's getting that 6 week dreaded school holiday period off every year and this being part of your contract we can work with you so your work life and home life work well together. The founding senior management team here are all parents and we know the juggle is real, so if it is for children reason or some amazing side hobby, we can be flexible. -.*Professional Growth:* Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, explore the unknown and advance your career in a growing startup. -.*Collaborative Culture:* Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. *The Application process* We'd love a CV from you but also a quick couple of sentences as to what you're looking for and why the job interests you there's a time and a place for using chatGPT (and don't get me wrong we are keen AI users in the world of work smarter not harder) however this is one time I want to see a couple of lines written by you, what's your passion, what are you after, why us? Initial interviews will be a quick 15 minutes for me (Nicola) to speak to you, understand where you are and what you're looking for and for me to share a little more on the team here and our big plans. We find this helps both applicants and us to make a quick decision on whether the fit feels right at the get go and hopefully reduces any time wastage during application process that can often suck so many hours from you. Java and react tests will be required after successful pass of the previous stage but ahead of the final interview. *Equal Opportunity Employer:* We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponorships for this role and all applicants must hold a valid visa to work permanently in the UK. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a meaningful impact in a startup environment, we'd love to hear from you!