Senior Full Stack Developer (Node.js / React / Next.js)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Location: Chester / Hybrid
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Senior Full Stack Developer with strong Node.js expertise and a solid background in React and Next.js to join an established digital transformation team currently going from strength to strength and undergoing an exciting period of transformation.
This is a permanent opportunity for a senior engineer who wants genuine technical ownership and the opportunity to make a significant impact on a business-critical digital platform.
You'll join the team at an important stage of the programme, helping to modernise and refactor an existing business-facing management platform used to support complex operational and management workflows.
The role is highly hands-on, with a particular focus on Node.js backend development, API architecture and application modernisation, alongside contributing to a modern React/Next.js frontend.
You'll have the opportunity to influence technical decisions, improve performance and scalability, and help shape the long-term architecture of the platform.
About the Role
As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you'll take ownership of key areas across the backend and frontend, with a particular emphasis on Node.js and API development.
You'll work closely with other engineers, UX/UI specialists, product teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, scalable digital products.
You'll be comfortable working autonomously, making technical decisions and contributing from day one, while also being a collaborative member of a wider delivery team. This is a role suited to someone who enjoys working across the stack but has a strong backend bias and genuine depth in Node.js.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the modernisation and refactoring of existing applications
Design, develop and maintain robust Node.js backend services and APIs
Develop and maintain OpenAPI-driven backend services
Design and implement scalable API architectures and integrations
Work with PostgreSQL and Prisma ORM to develop efficient data access and persistence layers
Identify opportunities to improve backend performance, scalability, security and maintainabili...
Senior Full Stack Developer (Node.js / React / Next.js) in Chester employer: Candour Solutions
Join a forward-thinking company in Chester that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture where your contributions truly matter. With a strong focus on employee growth, you'll have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you stay at the forefront of technology. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model while being part of a team that is passionate about digital transformation and making a real impact.
