Full Stack Software Engineer
Pogust Goodhead is a unique partnership between British and American lawyers with particular expertise in group litigation. The firm is currently managing some of the largest claims in English legal history, including claims arising from the collapse of the Fundão Dam, which is the largest environmental disaster in Brazil's history.
The firm is also at the cutting edge of group consumer claims, representing hundreds of thousands of affected clients throughout Europe and across the globe.
You may have seen our television adverts, which have led to over 1.3m+ people wishing to bring claims against car manufacturers regarding their alleged NOx emissions cheating.
Pogust Goodhead has offices in the UK, US, the Netherlands and Brazil. See our website for more information.
Why is this role crucial for Pogust Goodhead?
We are seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer, specialising in Java and ReactJS to join our technology team. This role is perfect for a developer who has a strong foundation in Java frameworks and is skilled in both front-end and back-end development.The ideal candidate will contribute to the development of scalable web applications and dynamic software solutions.
Requirements
Role & Responsibilities:
o Develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions using Java as a back-end-technology, and ReactJS as a front-end technology.
o Work across the full stack from database schema design to business logic to user interface implementation.
o Design and implement user-friendly front-end applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and popular frameworks such as React.
o Ensure high performance on mobile and desktop environments.
o Develop and maintain robust API's and back-end services using Java.
o Optimise back-end services for speed and efficiency.
o Design and implement database schemas and conduct performance tuning in SQL Server or other relational databases.
o Manage data integration, migrations, and handling using Entity Framework.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
o Participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality code and to share knowledge with team members.
o Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables within your scope of responsibility.
o Ensure all software documentation is up-to-date and accessible to relevant parties.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in software development with a focus on Java technologies.
- Proficient in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API development.
- Experience with front-end technologies including React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Strong understanding of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL preferred).
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
Benefits
The PG Commitment
At Pogust Goodhead we believe in championing individual growth and achievement. First and foremost, we are a team, and we know that a team is at its strongest when everyone feels that they are supported and valued as individuals. Because our team are the beating heart of Pogust Goodhead, we make the following commitment to all our people:
- To be a meritocracy with a fair and transparent pay review process
- To offer opportunities for internal promotion
- To provide everyone with a fair and structured performance review process
- To provide a learning environment that supports its employees in becoming experts in their roles
- To give all Pogust Goodhead’s people opportunities to influence and improve the way we work.
Fostering an Inclusive Workplace
Pogust Goodhead is an equal opportunities employer. We passionately believe that our team should represent the diverseness of the clients that we support, not least because it’s the diversity of perspective, thought, background and cultures that helps make us one of the leading global law firms in the class actions space.We are committed to providing a place of work that provides fair and equitable career growth, with learning opportunities for all our employees. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind within our firm, and we strive to create a culture that offers opportunity for all, regardless of race, culture, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, disability, veteran status, or religious belief.
Hybrid Working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside their careers and that there can be both business and personal benefits when our people can work flexibly. We’re therefore open to discussing the different ways in which we can support requests for agile working arrangements.Any such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis subject to the needs of the firm, our clients, and the role.