Junior Software Developer

**Junior Software Developer \| £40,000 \- £45,000** We're working with a high\-growth, award\-winning fintech disruptor named in the Financial Times 1000 fastest\-growing companies on this exciting opportunity. This is a chance for a high\-potential developer to join a lean, agile team and play a fundamental role in building a bespoke, automated lending platform alongside the company’s co\-founders. If you are a frontend\-focused engineer with a passion for clean UI and modern tech stacks like React, Next.js, and TypeScript, this is your opportunity to see your code directly impact the scalability of a rapidly evolving financial enterprise. You’ll be working at the intersection of finance and cutting\-edge tech, integrating AI\-assisted development tools to drive operational efficiency. **The Role** * Architect and maintain high\-performance web applications using React and Next.js platforms. * Create intuitive and highly polished user interfaces with a heavy focus on UX/UI design and modern CSS libraries. * Seamlessly integrate frontend components with RESTful APIs and backend services powered by Node.js. * Join a collaborative, co\-founder led team focusing on Test Driven Development (TDD) and CI/CD pipeline management. * Support the transition toward data\-driven lending through automated processes and intelligent backend integrations. **What You'll Need** * Professional proficiency in TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6\+). * Hands\-on experience building web applications with React and the Next.js framework. * Solid understanding of Node.js for backend support and API integration. * Exposure to cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP and an understanding of CI/CD workflows. * Bonus points for experience with Python, FastAPI, Model Context Protocol, or AI\-assisted development tools. **What's On Offer** * Competitive salary of £40,000 \- £45,000 in a fast\-paced fintech environment. * Hybrid working model (4 days in\-office in London, 1 day remote) for the perfect balance of collaboration and focus. * Direct mentorship from co\-founders and a seat at the table in a small, agile engineering team. * Opportunity to work with cutting\-edge tech including AI agents and automated lending platforms. **Apply via Haystack today!**