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About The Company
Waracle is a leading digital technology consultancy committed to delivering innovative solutions that transform businesses and enhance customer experiences. Known for its expertise in technology-driven transformation, Waracle collaborates with ambitious clients across various industries to develop intelligent digital products and services. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where curiosity, collaboration, and excellence are at the core of its culture. With a focus on complex IT transformation projects, Waracle seamlessly integrates strategy, design, delivery, and operational support to ensure success for its clients and growth for its team members.
About The Role
Waracle is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Developer to join its dynamic team. As a pivotal member of our technology group, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and secure backend systems, primarily utilizing Go (Golang). This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working from our London office two days a week, fostering collaboration and innovation within a supportive environment. In this position, you will play a critical role in architectural delivery, technical guidance, and mentorship, contributing to the continuous improvement of our development practices and technical excellence.
The ideal candidate will possess a passion for solving complex technical challenges, a commitment to high-quality code, and the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Your expertise will directly impact the success of our projects, ensuring robust, maintainable, and high-performance systems that meet our clients’ evolving needs. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation and quality are valued equally, we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate a strong foundation in backend development and a proactive approach to learning and growth. Essential qualifications include:
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- Proven experience building, scaling, and troubleshooting secure Go (Golang) systems and microservices in high-traffic environments.
- Experience working with at least one other major programming language, showcasing a flexible and polyglot mindset.
- Hands-on experience with cloud-native technologies, particularly Kubernetes and Helm, for deploying and managing containerized applications.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, with a track record of delivering high-quality software through continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
- Experience in designing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and service-level testing.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for diverse audiences.
- Supportive leadership qualities, including mentorship, code review, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to evaluate technical trade-offs thoughtfully, balancing delivery speed with system stability and performance.
- Bonus skills include experience with Java development, SQL databases, monitoring tools like SPLUNK, and advanced deployment practices with Helm.
Responsibilities
The Senior Developer at Waracle will undertake a range of responsibilities aimed at delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure systems, including:
- Architecting and developing end-to-end backend subsystems using Go, ensuring modularity, maintainability, and scalability.
- Championing engineering excellence through code reviews, adherence to security best practices, and proactive security measures.
- Providing technical guidance on testing strategies, including unit, integration, and service-level testing, while exploring innovative industry ideas.
- Collaborating with clients and internal teams to translate complex technical requirements into clear solutions and engaging demonstrations.
- Mentoring colleagues through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and supporting their professional growth.
- Evaluating trade-offs between delivery speed and system health, taking shared accountability for successful feature launches.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the team, advocating for best practices and emerging technologies.
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Benefits
At Waracle, we prioritize the well-being and development of our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 27 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, totaling 35 days of holiday for rest and personal pursuits.
- Company-matched pension contributions of 5%, supporting your financial future.
- Death in Service benefit providing twice your annual salary for your loved ones.
- Health and wellness support through Medicash Health Cash Plans, Employee Assistance Program, and Group Sickness Cover.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements, including a home office setup budget to ensure comfort and productivity.
- Access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget for continuous professional growth.
- Lifestyle perks such as Cycle to Work Scheme and exclusive discounts on gym memberships and retail.
- Enhanced parental leave policies, including support for fertility journeys, to support diverse family needs.
- Regular team meet-ups, social events, and community involvement through Spirit of Waracle initiatives to foster a vibrant and connected workplace.
Equal Opportunity
Waracle is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or background. We believe diversity enriches our team and enhances our ability to deliver innovative
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