Specialist Engineer

Digital product specialists within AKQA Group (WPP), designing and launching quality digital products for businesses like Google, Spotify and Vodafone.
$76,000 - $101,000
Mobile
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Consumer

Description For Specialist Engineer

AKQA Leap, a digital product specialist within the AKQA Group network (WPP), is seeking a Specialist Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. With a proven track record of delivering quality digital products for prestigious clients like Google, Spotify, and Vodafone, we're looking for someone who can contribute to our mission of creating purposeful products that people love.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, combining remote work flexibility with collaborative office time in our London studio. As a Specialist Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building web and mobile applications, with a particular focus on Flutter development for both Android and iOS platforms. You'll also work with technologies like Python and JavaScript, ensuring the highest standards of quality and scalability.

Your responsibilities will include leading client projects, mentoring junior engineers, and maintaining high-quality codebases. We value technical excellence, accessibility, and security in all our development work. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex software development, a strong understanding of best practices, and a passion for open-source contributions.

We offer an impressive benefits package including flexible leave, enhanced parental benefits, private healthcare, and continuous learning opportunities. Our company culture promotes inclusivity, growth, and work-life balance, making us a recognized Best Company to Work For. If you're passionate about quality software development and want to work with cutting-edge technologies while making a real impact, this role at AKQA Leap could be your next career move.

Last updated 14 days ago

Responsibilities For Specialist Engineer

  • Take a leadership role in building client projects
  • Maintain high quality across all development activities
  • Develop and maintain codebases adhering to best practices
  • Lead and mentor junior Engineers
  • Share knowledge through talks, workshops, and written content
  • Focus on accessibility, security, and internationalisation
  • Drive technical excellence of software products
  • Build scalable solutions using Open Source tools
  • Support and engage with Open Source projects
  • Create and share technical content through blogs and social media

Requirements For Specialist Engineer

Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
  • Proven experience building complex software applications as part of a team
  • Proven experience building mobile applications using Flutter for both Android and iOS
  • Experience in web development using Python and/or Javascript
  • Detailed knowledge of chosen programming languages or platforms
  • Understanding of systems design concepts and design patterns
  • Understanding of common security vulnerabilities and prevention
  • Experience with unit and integration testing and CI solutions

Benefits For Specialist Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Flexi leave and Birthday Off
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
  • Paid Parental Bereavement leave
  • Volunteering Days
  • Flexible benefits package
  • Private medical and dental insurance
  • Enhanced competitive pension scheme
  • Annual learning budget
  • Financial contribution to tech purchase
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
  • Employee Assistance Programmes
  • Occupational Sick Pay
  • Life Assurance
  • Income Protection Assurance

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