Fullstack Developer

hackajob is collaborating with Optum to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.

The Vacancy

Are you a Fullstack Developer looking for a role where the work you do directly supports better outcomes in UK healthcare? Do you thrive in collaborative teams, enjoy working across the stack, and want to contribute to technology that genuinely makes a difference? Then we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Fullstack Developer with a strong background in front-end technologies, and the flexibility to support backend work too. This role sits within our software engineering team - the people building products used across primary care, community services, high street pharmacies and more.

We’re committed to improving healthcare through smart, connected technology - giving clinicians and patients the tools they need for faster, safer, and more effective care.

What You’ll Do

As a Fullstack Developer, you’ll be working in a fast-paced Agile environment on a range of new and existing applications. You’ll collaborate with designers, engineers and stakeholders to build intuitive, reliable user interfaces - and support backend development where needed.

Other Key Responsibilities Include

• Building and maintaining high-quality front-end code using modern Javascript/Typescript
• Working with React, Redux and CSS frameworks such as Bootstrap or Tailwind
• Collaborating closely with UX designers and interpreting Figma designs
• Contributing to backend services and APIs (Node.js and Java experience a plus)
• Participating in peer code reviews and Agile ceremonies
• Following best practices in software engineering including TDD and DevOps
  
  

Who You’ll Be

We’re looking for someone who has solid experience in software development, particularly across the front end - but who is comfortable jumping into backend challenges too. You’ll be detail-oriented, driven by clean, maintainable code, and passionate about building products that matter.

Key Skills And Experience We’re Looking For

• Deep experience with Javascript/Typescript
• Strong knowledge of React & Redux
• Experience working with Figma designs, UX principles and CSS
• Familiarity with Tailwind CSS or Bootstrap
• Comfortable working in Agile environments with a TDD mindset
  
  

It Would Be Great If You Also Had

• Experience with Node.js (Typescript, ES6)
• Knowledge of Java
• Familiarity with Docker and/or AWS in a DevOps context