We are looking for Full Stack Developers with experience in Data-centric
Software Development and a flair for back end as well as front end
application development. Neural Alpha is a unique data consultancy &
software development company applying innovative Connected Data
approaches (graph databases, semantic & related technologies) to
Sustainable Investment & other complex requirements within the
Financial Services industry.
We help NGOs, financial
institutions and investors maximise the sustainability credentials of
their investments – using these technologies to minimise investments in
deforestation, carbon intensive activities & other areas. Our team
is based in Kennington and Warsaw (Poland) and we are on the search for
developers with a passion for building visually rich and innovative
applications which distill the complexity of addressing sustainable
investment challenges.
Our development stack involves Javascript
(React/d3.js) in the front-end, Node and python in the back-end. Our
APIs are written in GraphQL and we use a variety of NoSQL databases
including document stores such as MongoDB and Elasticsearch and graph
databases/triple stores. We are completely cloud-based on AWS using
multiple resources such as Cognito, EC2, DynamoDB, S3, etc.
The
role is a rare and exciting opportunity to join an innovative start-up
with a great culture, friendly people and a great location in Edinburgh
House workspace offices in Kennington (London).
Ideally a more
experienced candidate will have a Computer Science background,
demonstrable work experience and portfolio pieces illustrating front
& back end programming skills. It is useful, but not essential, to
have experience using semantic / linked data technologies, graphql,
graph databases, Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine learning
techniques.
Preferred skills/qualifications:
Experience at building Node.js applications essential
Educational Background in Computer Science or alternative STEM degree
1+ years commercial experience essential
Experience of deploying Microservices essential
Experience developing on AWS essential
Experience of GraphQL very useful
Experience of modern development standards - TDD, CI/CD very useful
Company Benefits
Fantastic on the job training scheme in core data & development skills
25 days starting holiday
Competitive salary
Brand new macbook for a great development experience
Great
office location on Vauxhall / Kennington border – we’re based in a
workspace serviced office with breakfasts every Monday, social beers on a
Friday, kitchen, bike storage & showers
Eligibility to annual company bonus scheme after 6 months employment.
Interview Process
Initial phone call
Technical exercise
Final interview