Senior Full-stack Engineer

London, UK | Full-time | Hybrid

About Beams

We’re building the future of home renovation.

We believe that renovation doesn’t need to be complicated and there’s a better way. Since 2022, Beams has been on a mission to deliver a simpler and greener renovation experience for homeowners and contractors facilitated through a tech first platform. More transparency, more efficiency and more trust between all involved.

Success at Beams comes from our people and our culture. Internally, we have a strong bias for action, we believe in making the complex simple and we never settle for the status quo. We’re fueled by positive energy, fostering a culture of openness and doing the right thing. Both for people and the planet.

About the role

As a Senior Engineer at Beams, you will be a key technical figure in shaping and executing complex end-to-end projects. You’ll play a critical role in the design, implementation, and optimisation of sophisticated features and systems that support our web and mobile applications. You’ll work across the stack, driving technical excellence and developing high-quality, scalable solutions that align with Beams’ objectives and architectural standards.

In this role, you’ll provide mentorship and share best practices to cultivate a strong technical foundation within the team. You’ll have a hands-on role in our most challenging and impactful projects, contributing to everything from system architecture and code quality to technical strategy and decision-making. Your expertise will ensure our systems are robust, efficient, and able to scale with our rapid growth.

You’ll also collaborate with product managers, designers, and other cross-functional team members, participating in technical discussions that shape the product’s future. By setting high standards, proactively addressing technical debt, and fostering a collaborative environment, you’ll help drive a culture of continuous improvement.

In this critical role, you’ll not only focus on immediate deliverables but also identify opportunities for technical innovation that will enhance the product’s scalability and resilience over time. Your impact will extend beyond the codebase, as you contribute to Beams’ vision of transforming the home renovation industry through engineering excellence and forward-thinking solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that is redefining industry standards and creating lasting impact.

What you’ll be doing

  • Contribute to the design and development of scalable web and mobile applications using React, TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS.

  • Collaborate closely with the Lead Engineer and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.

  • Develop and maintain resilient, high-quality code that aligns with best practices in full-stack development.

  • Assist in the design of the technical architecture and contribute to the evolution of our development practices and tooling.

  • Participate in code reviews and pairing, provide constructive feedback to teammates and mentoring to junior members of the team.

  • Troubleshoot and optimise applications for performance and scalability.

  • Contribute to the development of applications leveraging generative and agentic AI.

What you’ll need

  • 7+ years of professional experience in full-stack development, with a strong focus on React and TypeScript.

  • Proven experience in building scalable, high-quality applications.

  • Familiarity with backend development, preferably in Node.js and AWS.

  • Knowledge of software testing practices and tools for maintaining code quality.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Desirable things we like

  • Experience working with server-side rendering frameworks such as Next.js.

  • Understanding of devops practices, including CI/CD pipelines.

  • Familiarity with agentic AI tools and infrastructure.

  • Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio showcasing full-stack projects.

  • A passion for sustainability and eco-friendly technology.

Package and Benefits

  • 💰Competitive salary, subject to experience, and share options giving you a stake in the company’s success

  • 🌴 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • 🚀 Opportunities for professional growth and skill development within a fast-paced and collaborative environment

  • 📚 Budget for learning & development to support your growth

  • 💻 Hybrid working: this is a full-time position with a flexible balance of days at our London office and home days

At Beams, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe diversity of thought, background, and experience drives innovation and success. We're dedicated to building a team that represents a variety of perspectives and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We're an equal opportunities employer, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you're passionate about making renovation simpler and greener and share our commitment to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for a role with us, even if you're not sure you're a perfect match. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can contribute to our team. Apply now by emailing us at hello@beamsrenovation.com, or connect with us to learn more about our current opportunities.

Apply now by emailing us your CV or link to your LinkedIn profile: careers@beamsrenovation.com