Position Overview & Specifications

The Opportunity

We are excited to be recruiting for an experienced Full Stack Developer to join our IT department based in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary.

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The Company*
IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, now employing over 400 people across our 3 UK sites. Our family of brands include Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk and Kinmel produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.

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The Role*
To work across the full development stack to build highly scalable distributed software solutions integrating with existing core systems that enable a positive user experience and measurable business growth whilst providing advice and recommendations for future proofing the business.

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Key Accountabilities of the Full Stack Developer:*

Lead in all aspects of agile software development, including design, implementation, and deployment for web, cloud and stand alone solutions, PC and mobile based
Architect and provide guidance on building end-to-end systems optimised for speed and scalability whilst developing reliable solutions, new features and infrastructure in support of rapidly emerging business and project requirements engaging with end users and departmental heads
Evaluating and implementing new technologies that improve the end user experience, scalability and support business objectives
Assess developed system performance and recommend improvements
Assess developed system security protocols and recommend improvements
Engage with software vendors and departmental heads to create reliable API’s to ensure seamless connection of systems
Work with agile development methodologies, adhering to best practices and pursuing continued learning opportunities
Support of existing developed systems

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role
Demonstrable experience developing desktop and mobile applications
Familiarity with common stacks
Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery)
Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js)
Knowledge of SQL databases, web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design
Advanced Power BI, SSRS and Microsoft 365 is desirable

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The Offer:*

Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire - Hybrid
Salary: £ Competitive + 10% bonus
Hours: 40 hours - Monday to Friday (days)
Pension: Employee contributions 3% / Employer contribution 8%
Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave
Other Benefits: Free parking & electric car charging, discounted products, free hot drinks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

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