Location: Bedford (Hybrid Working)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £80,000 per annum
About The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS)
At MaPS, our mission is to help individuals, especially those most in need, improve their financial wellbeing and secure a more confident future. Guided by our core values of Caring, Connecting, and Transforming, we strive to make a positive societal impact.
With a strong commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and a supportive working environment, we encourage our colleagues to bring their full selves to work, fostering a progressive culture that reflects the communities we serve.
Job Details
Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays.
- Pension Scheme: Contributions matched 2:1, up to 10% of your salary.
- Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised eye tests, flu jabs, and PAM Life Scheme.
- Family Support: Enhanced family and sick pay.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working and paid volunteering days.
- Professional Development: Recognition schemes and training opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to a wide range of retail discounts.
Requirements
Essential Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in full-stack development using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Next.js.
- Proficiency with Azure Services (e.g., Azure Functions, App Services).
- Strong understanding of REST APIs and GraphQL.
- Expertise in unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
- Knowledge of accessibility standards, semantic HTML, and ARIA.
- Familiarity with modern CSS frameworks like Tailwind.
- Commitment to engineering best practices and robust code quality.
- Experience with agile methodologies and collaboration across digital teams.
Desirable Skills:
- Working knowledge of Storybook, monorepo tools (e.g., Nx), or CMS integration.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
- Additional programming knowledge in C# or Python.
Salary Details
- Fixed salary of £80,000 per annum, with additional benefits contributing to overall compensation.
About the Role
As a Lead Software Developer at MaPS, you will lead a cross-functional team to develop innovative, scalable, and efficient digital products. Leveraging Next.js, React, and Azure Services, you will play a critical role in transforming user experiences while upholding GDS (Government Digital Services) standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop modern, responsive, and accessible digital platforms.
- Advocate for and implement engineering best practices.
- Mentor team members, facilitating knowledge-sharing and skill development.
- Ensure robust code through comprehensive testing and documentation.
- Collaborate with architects, designers, and product owners for optimal solutions.
- Lead discussions on solution design and technical innovations.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At MaPS, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, veterans, and those with unspent convictions.
Apply Now
Don’t miss the chance to join The Money and Pensions Service as a Lead Software Developer. Applications close at 11:55 PM on Tuesday, 21st January 2025.
