This role is remote for the foreseeable future with onsite client work where required and occasional travel to the head office in London for workshops/meetings
Zaizi is looking for a Front End Developer with solid technology skills, who are also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You will be confident in your own skills with a proven track record of delivering high quality software in demanding environments. You will be passionate about new technologies and keen to share it across the organisation.
Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do – if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in!
Requirements
Role Objectives
These are the expected objectives for this role.
- Build end-to-end solutions within a highly secure environment
- Work as part of a multi-disciplined Agile/Scrum team
- Contributing to the support of multiple live systems (supporting the code and infrastructure)
- Working with other skilled professionals to improve the Zaizi knowledge base
- Mentoring junior members of staff
- Working with Solution Architects and Delivery Managers to define designs and refine product backlogs
Requirements
Essential:
- Frontend skills (Javascript, React)
- CI/CD automation
- Git (e.g. GitHub or GitLab)
- DevOps skills (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes)
- Team leadership and mentoring experience
Desirable/ beneficial:
- Good knowledge of security best practises and experience automating/implementing them (e.g. Kubernetes security groups, mutual authentication, HTTP security headers, etc ...)
- Modern Development languages (NodeJS / Java / Python)
Competencies:
- Agile, Scrum
- Continuous improvement
- Can work with cross functional teams
- Excellent communication skills in customer-facing projects
- Integrity / honesty
You don’t meet all the requirements?
Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethics people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we’d love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi.
We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process—just ask!
SC Clearance:
Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously.
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000
Benefits
Compensation
- Competitive Pay: Salaries reviewed annually to ensure they reflect your performance and market value.
- Loyalty Pension: We invest in your future. Starting at a 5% employer contribution, we increase this by 0.5% every year after your third anniversary, up to a maximum of 8%.
- Protection: Comprehensive Group Life Assurance for peace of mind.
Purpose & Culture
- Real Impact: Work on mission-critical projects that secure and improve the UK's digital infrastructure.
- Autonomy: A culture that empowers you to make decisions, prototype rapidly, and iterate towards success.
- Service & Community: We support those who serve. 10 paid days for Reservist Military Service.
Work / Life Balance
- Time Off: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with the flexibility to Buy/Sell additional days to suit your lifestyle.
- Giving back: 2 paid volunteering days per year.
Development & Growth
- Master Your Craft: Fully funded professional certifications (AWS, GCP, Agile, etc.) supported by 5 days paid study leave.
- Expand Your Horizons: An additional £500 annual "Personal Choice" fund to learn whatever inspires you—work-related or not.
- Support: Access to 1-2-1 professional coaching and team training to accelerate your career.
Health & Balance
- Premium Health: Vitality Private Medical Insurance (includes Apple Watch, gym discounts, and rewards).
- Flexibility: Genuine hybrid working with a WFH equipment allowance to perfect your home setup.
- Wellbeing: Cycle to Work scheme and a commitment to sustainable, healthy working practices.
For further information contact: [email protected]
Nat Hinds: Head of Talent
Kayla Kirby: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Top Skills
Zaizi London, England Office
Kings House, 4th Floor, 174 Hammersmith Road, , England ,, London, United Kingdom, W6 7JP
