Full Stack Developer - Python, Java, Django, React - 1 day a week in office - London

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with proven commercial experience in both Python and Java , combined with a strong front-end background in React and JavaScript . This is a critical hire for a forward-thinking team building modern web applications at scale. The ideal candidate will bring technical depth across the full stack, a deep understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) , and demonstrable hands-on experience with containerisation and CI/CD tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, scale and maintain responsive full stack web applications using Django, React, and Java .
• Write clean, modular, and testable code across the stack: Python, Java, JavaScript/React .
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, DevOps engineers, and QA to deliver high-quality features.
• Work on end-to-end delivery – from infrastructure and APIs to frontend UI and user experience.
• Ensure scalability and maintainability using Docker and container-based environments .
• Integrate with internal and third-party services via RESTful APIs.
• Apply modern SDLC practices, including Agile methodologies, automated testing, and continuous integration.

✅ Essential Skills & Experience

Must-haves (Applications without these will not be considered):

• Minimum 3 years of commercial experience with Python using Django or Flask .
• Minimum 3 years of commercial front-end development using JavaScript , including recent production experience with React .
• Proven commercial experience with Java (not academic only).
• Recent roles (within the past 2 years) must be primarily focused on web development .
• Strong understanding and hands-on use of Docker and Docker Compose in development or production.
• Demonstrated ability to write and maintain REST APIs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in Agile teams.
• Clear and well-documented CV with specific technology stacks per role .