hedgehog lab - Backend Engineer (NodeJS) - Future Opportunity

Back-End Developer is needed in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

Client: hedgehog lab

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Contract: Full-time

Job Description

Please note: This is not a current job opening. By applying, you’ll join our talent pool, and we’ll contact you when a role that matches your skills becomes available. We’re proactively connecting with top talent to reach out quickly when future opportunities align with your experience and career goals.

Location: Newcastle or the North East. Hedgehog lab is on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our talent pipeline for future opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or an emerging talent, every project at hedgehog lab is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, exceed expectations, and help redefine what’s possible in the world of digital innovation. Our culture thrives on turning constraints into catalysts for innovation, empowering our team to unleash their full potential and deliver unparalleled value to our clients.

Hedgehog lab is a globally renowned digital product consultancy with two decades of experience and a reputation as true masters of our craft. Proudly operating from the heart of Northern England, we are on a mission to digitally craft a better world by delivering transformative solutions that align seamlessly with strategic visions.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Node.js and AWS serverless architectures.

• Understanding of fullstack development in:

• Build Management
• Design & Build Enablement
• Java & JavaScript
• MongoDB

• A proactive approach to solving technical challenges and optimising development processes.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in team environments.

• Experience delivering solutions in agile and cloud-native environments.

• Strong communication skills to convey technical ideas with clarity.

Additional Information

Note: We actively encourage women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement. We value your skills and contributions.

Why Hedgehog Lab?

• Our People are our greatest asset; we have been certified as a Great Place to Work, rated by 93% of our business.

• Flexa-certified employer; we work with our employees to establish a flexible model that benefits both parties.

• Recipient of the Advanced Award in the North of Tyne Combined Authority Good Work Pledge.

• Inclusive environment fostering authenticity for all employees.

Benefits

• 36 days paid holidays, including bank holidays.

• Flexible working environment supporting individual preferences.

• Enhanced parental policies.

• Annual learning & development budget plus 4 days L&D leave, which renews every year.

• Annual wellbeing budget plus 2 paid wellbeing days.

• Free therapy sessions with Spill, a mental health support app.

• Access to Bippit financial wellbeing services.

• Bupa health plan for UK employees.

• 1 volunteering day a year.

• Monthly payday socials and annual celebrations.

• Cycle-to-Work scheme.

• Access to Hubble coworking space for remote workers.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We believe that having diversity within our team is integral to doing our best work and creating innovative products. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply to our roles.