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About The Company
Exam Papers Plus is a leading provider of exam preparation resources in the UK, renowned for its comprehensive and high-quality materials tailored to 11+ and other high-stakes examinations. Trusted by over 100,000 families, the company has established a strong reputation for supporting students' academic success through expertly curated content. Recently, Exam Papers Plus launched an innovative learning platform that leverages adaptive technology to personalize learning experiences, making exam preparation more effective and engaging for children and parents alike. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation positions it as a key player in the educational technology sector, continuously striving to enhance its offerings and impact.
About The Role
The Senior Software Engineer at Exam Papers Plus will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the company's core platform, which serves thousands of learners and educators. This position requires a hands-on, full-stack developer who is passionate about building scalable, high-quality software solutions. Collaborating closely with the Lead Engineer and an external development team, the successful candidate will utilize AI tools to accelerate development cycles while ensuring the highest standards of code quality, security, and performance. The role demands a proactive approach to feature delivery, technical excellence, and continuous improvement, making it ideal for someone eager to make a tangible impact in the edtech space.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three years of experience as a full-stack engineer, with a significant portion at a senior level. Proficiency in TypeScript and experience working within a monorepo environment using pnpm and Turborepo are essential. Familiarity with React 19, including TanStack Start, Router, and Query, as well as Tailwind CSS, Prisma, and PostgreSQL (or similar database systems), is required. Experience with payment and authentication integrations such as Stripe and Better-Auth, alongside deployment to Google Cloud Run via GitHub Actions and Terraform-managed infrastructure, will be highly advantageous. Additionally, comfort with AI-assisted development tools like Cursor and Claude, and a demonstrated ability to ship quality code rapidly without compromising standards, are critical. Candidates should also demonstrate ownership, clear communication skills, and a pragmatic approach to balancing perfection with practicality. Experience in educational technology, learning platforms, or related workflows will be considered a plus.
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Responsibilities
- Designing, developing, and deploying features across the company's learner and content platforms.
- Translating specifications into robust, scalable solutions from initial concept through to production deployment.
- Utilizing AI tools to streamline development processes while maintaining rigorous validation to safeguard code quality, security, and performance standards.
- Participating in code reviews, contributing to the establishment and adherence to engineering best practices, and writing automated tests to prevent technical debt.
- Collaborating with the Lead Engineer and other team members, pairing on complex tasks, sharing expertise, and mentoring less experienced colleagues.
- Contributing to architectural discussions, evaluating trade-offs, and proposing pragmatic solutions that align with user needs and business goals.
- Staying abreast of emerging technologies, particularly AI-assisted development tools, and incorporating these innovations to enhance team productivity and product quality.
- Regular communication with product and design teams to ensure technical solutions are aligned with user experience and project objectives.
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Benefits
- Competitive salary range of £55,000 to £65,000 commensurate with experience.
- Permanent, full-time role with a hybrid working model requiring two days per week in the company's Clerkenwell, London office.
- 28 days of holiday, alongside bank holidays.
- 5% employer pension contribution.
- Eligibility for the group bonus scheme.
- Opportunities for learning and development within the edtech sector.
- A supportive work environment focused on professional growth and innovation.
Equal Opportunity
Exam Papers Plus is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. We believe that a diverse team fosters creativity, innovation, and a better understanding of our users' needs, and we strive to provide a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission of transforming exam preparation through technology.
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