Software Developer - TypeScript

Overview

Case Management is one of the most important products that GOSS provides. It allows our clients to interact with tens of thousands of citizens each day and to manage their requests and allocate tasks. The Case Management implementation is currently being improved and modernised using TypeScript and Node.js as well as existing functionality in the GOSS Digital Platform.

Activities

Day to day:

• Participating in daily internal stand-up meetings and project meetings
• Implementing tests for new functionality in Case Management
• Implementing new functionality in Case Management
• Code reviews for other developers in the team
• Assisting other developers in the team
• Diagnosing and rectifying faults in Case Management

Weekly, monthly, or less frequently:

• Participating in refinement, planning and retrospective meetings
• Helping with high level development / architectural decisions
• Helping the Support Team with client questions
• Working with other teams to support Case Management

The Case Management Team

The team is currently made up of developers who have been rotated out of other teams. The team is small, focussed and moving fast. We are enthusiastic about software quality, clean architecture, and automation. When you join the team you will have a dedicated mentor. As your career progresses you will have the opportunity to work in other development teams, or to specialise in Case Management.

Who we are looking for

There are a few base skills that we require. Outside of those we will consider any skills and experience that you believe you can offer to the team.

Required:

• TypeScript
• Unit testing
• Version control (ideally Git)
• You are enthusiastic about software and technology
• Teamwork and collaboration

Ideally:

• Node.js
• Agile software development

Location

We believe happy employees are the key to a job well done and we recognise that there is no one size fits all approach. That's why we do our absolute best to provide flexible working opportunities wherever possible. This role can be fully remote (UK only), or you can choose to work from our spacious Plymouth offices some, or all of the time.

Application process

Our full recruitment process can be found on our website.

Important: For this role we will not be considering applications that do not include a short cover letter or supporting statement that clearly sets out what you can offer to the team.

Please submit a short cover letter that reflects your relevant skills and experience. We value authentic, human-written content over AI-generated text.

Things you need to know

Selection process:

To apply, complete our short application form and upload your CV and letter using the link below. 

Please contact us if you need the application form in an alternative format or if you require any reasonable adjustments to the selection process, including the interview (for example physical access, communication support, personal support).

Interview details:

Initial interviews will be via Teams with our Team Lead and if successful you will be invited to attend a competency-based interview either here at the GOSS offices in Plymouth or again via Teams which will last approximately 1.5 hours  You will be expected to be able to evidence previous examples of your work.

GOSS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that decisions concerning recruitment will be based on the needs of the business and not any assumptions based on sex, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, married or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff.

Due to the large volume of applications GOSS receive, if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of applying, on this occasion its likely that you have been unsuccessful in your application.

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