Back-End Developer

Job Description

Back-end Developer - Python - Javascrip - 45k - remoteWho are theyMy client is an exciting internet service provider, specialising in supplying Ultrafast Broadband, Voice-over-IP (VOIP) and security solutions, predominantly in rural areas across Scotland and Northern England.They are an ambitious altnet and intend to disrupt the market and challenge traditional methodologies and technologies in the interest of providing our customers with the best possible service.Tehir people are dynamic, take ownership of their work and strive for personal accountability and job satisfaction. Working in a fast moving and agile environment, every member of the team is essential to our success, giving them the opportunity to continuallydevelop our teams and make a difference.Who are they looking forThey are continuing to grow rapidly and to support the next stage of their fibre expansion plans, they require a Back-End Developer to enhance, manage and maintain their systems and applications.You will have the opportunity to work on interesting and challenging problems such as automated network planning built in a distributed computing platform. Working within a small team in the early stage of development, where you can leave your mark, whilewe navigate these difficult implementation problems.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to design and influence existing and new systems as well as develop ideas to maximise business efficiencies. Professional experience of programming and customising systems will be essential to the successof this role, along with a strong work ethic and ability to own projects throughout their lifecycle.The Developer will uphold the highest levels of quality standards and strong communication skills will be essential to ensuring the successful launch of enhancements and new business systems. Theyre an outcomes based business focused on the Agile BusinessDevelopment methodologies, so youll be dependable and outcomes focused.What will you be doing

• Building Apollo, our innovative in-house fibre planning tool used by our fibre planners and engineers to design and deliver their network
• Designing and documenting a new workforce management system, and enhancing existing systems to maximise business efficiencies.
• Ensuring their systems and applications are developed in line with our business requirements and outcomes.
• Regularly update senior leadership on projects, owning and escalating issues which arise through to resolution.
• Creation of efficient and accurate detailed technical documentation.
• Flexible approach in dealing with amendments to system/application design, accurately reflecting these in final as-built documentation
• Continuous support and maintenance of systems

What qualifications/experience do we need

• Proven, professional experience of Python and/or Javascript
• Hands on knowledge of PostgreSQL or other SQL databases
• Experience with Git, and/or GitLab
• Experience with Dask would be nice to have
• Other distributed computer systems like Dask, eg Spark
• The ability to build and interact with Restful APIs
• Working knowledge of public cloud services
• Working knowledge of Agile tooling, like JIRA and Confluence, would be advantageous
• Experience of GIS would be a bonus
• A strong desire to maintain a reliable IT infrastructure using documentation, careful planning and automation
• Able to communicate with people across multiple locations and at different levels
• Attention to detail and accuracy along with a positive and problem solving attitude

Why work for themThis is an exciting time to join their business as we embark on our rapid expansion plans and look to extend our reach and push the boundaries of what is possible within their sector. They have a clear vision and strategy for their future as a business andare uniquely positioned to capitalise on these.Working in a picturesque region, their HQ is currently based in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, which is within comfortable commuting distance of Edinburgh & Newcastle.Remote and flexible working will be made available once a baseline understanding and working practices of the role have been agreed.You will receive 28 days holiday annually (including bank holidays) as well as a company pension scheme.Salary will be based upon experience.Contact:Taylor J S Ord-MaxfieldContact E-mail: Contact number: