Lead Full Stack Developer (React/JavaScript) in Leeds

Who We Are: AND Digital are a tech company focused on accelerating digital delivery and dedicated to closing the digital skills gap. We’ve been helping organisations build better digital products and stronger digital teams since 2014. We believe our work should always leave a legacy for the client. We do this through close relationships with our offices (or ‘Clubs’) so that our partners are always prioritised by a regional team close to them. This unique model has driven success for our clients and ourselves, evidenced by our remarkable organic growth since 2014. Join us - and help us fulfil our mission to close the world’s digital skills gap.

As a Lead Full Stack Engineer (React/JavaScript) you will build remarkable digital products in Agile environments, using your background in JavaScript and React Native. As a result, you will need to be able to:

• Work on large-scale, multiple industries, eCommerce and enterprise-level software development projects using languages and technologies such as JavaScript, React Native, React, Node.
• Champion software quality and technical vision for AND and our clients.
• Champion TDD/BDD/XP Software development.
• Be comfortable working in testing orientated and CI/CD environments.
• Facilitate problem solving and work as a team to bring software to life.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas and opinions are valued and respected.
• Work with junior engineers in your team and assist with their mentoring and career development.

To do that, it’s essential you bring the following:

• Demonstrate expertise in React Native development, including proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript to build scalable and maintainable mobile applications.
• Lead the design and implementation of mobile applications using best practices in React Native, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
• Architect and implement complex features and functionality across both iOS and Android platforms, utilising React Native’s capabilities.
• Ensure code quality and consistency by using modern tools and techniques, such as ESLint, Prettier, and TypeScript.
• Integrate third-party libraries to enhance app functionality while maintaining seamless user experiences.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, building, and deployment processes.
• Monitor and optimise application performance using profiling tools and analytics platforms to ensure reliability and user satisfaction.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in React Native and TypeScript, incorporating new technologies and practices into development processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive and innovative solutions, including UI/UX designers, product managers, and backend developers.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Demonstrate experience in deploying applications to app stores, including managing app versions, updates, and compliance with store guidelines.
• Implement robust testing strategies using tools such as Jest, Detox, and React Native Testing Library.
• Utilise state management solutions like Redux to efficiently manage application state and enhance performance.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Participate actively in team meetings and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes.

It would be desirable for you to also bring the following:

• Possess skills in native iOS development (Swift, Objective‑C) or native Android development (Kotlin, Java) to integrate native modules and optimise platform‑specific features.
• Experience of .Net or Python and an interest in architecture and/or Cloud.
• Familiarity with iOS development tools such as Xcode, Interface Builder, and Instruments for performance profiling.
• Familiarity with Android development tools such as Android Studio, Gradle, and Android Profiler for performance profiling.
• Experience with native UI design principles and frameworks, such as UIKit for iOS and Android Jetpack components for Android.
• Implement native testing frameworks like XCTest for iOS or Espresso for Android to enhance testing strategies.
• Knowledge of platform‑specific APIs and libraries, such as Core Data, Core Animation, and ARKit for iOS Room, LiveData, and CameraX for Android.
• Understanding of platform‑specific design guidelines and user experience best practices for both iOS and Android.

Why join AND Digital? We have three core values: wonder, share, and delight. These values inform how we work with clients, and our culture: what it feels like to work for AND. We believe collaboration, ambition, curiosity and fun can drive innovation by creating a better environment for problem-solving. By joining AND, we’ll provide:

• Opportunities to work on projects with big clients and produce meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to people’s lives.
• A “Blended Working” model, meaning you will be able to work in a range of locations from; your home, in your clubhouse, on a client, as well as just a change of scenery.
• The benefits of having a small company feel through being part of an autonomous Club, while being able to take in the benefits of a larger organisation.
• A dedicated career scrum team, designed to help you reach your career goals and develop the skills you need to be your best self.
• A safe environment for you to be yourself and challenge yourself.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday allowance + bank holidays
• Flexible bank holidays
• A £1000 flexifund to use on a personalised list of benefits such Gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health, dental and optical cash plan
• Private medical insurance
• 6% employer pension contribution, when you contribute 2%
• PLUS many more

Equal Opportunities Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We actively encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities. We consider all flexible working arrangements, subject to the requirements of the role. Where reasonable adjustments are needed, we will strive to make changes to accommodate them.