Software Developer

Since Watchfinder & Co. was first founded in 2002, it has grown to become the premier resource from which to buy and sell premium pre-owned watches. With thousands of watches available from more than 50 brands, including Rolex, Omega, IWC and more, plus boutiques across the UK and a manufacturer certified service centre, Watchfinder has established itself as the top pre-owned watch specialist.

How will you make an impact?

• Design and Develop: Design overall architecture of web applications and develop robust, scalable, and secure software solutions.
• Maintain Quality: Ensure the responsiveness and quality of applications, maintaining code integrity and organisation.
• Collaborate: Work closely with the Engineering team to design and launch new features and collaborate with graphic designers to convert designs into visual elements.
• Security and Data Protection: Implement security and data protection measures to safeguard applications.
• Back-End Development: Utilise back-end programming languages to develop server-side logic and integrate with front-end components.
• Cloud Integration: Work with cloud message APIs and implement push notifications, leveraging AWS for cloud solutions.
• Version Control: Use code versioning tools such as Git and Visual Studio Team Services to manage and track changes.
• Agile Methodologies: Apply Agile methodologies, with a focus on Kanban, to manage and deliver projects efficiently.

How will you experience success with us

• Proven experience with SOLID principles and design patterns
• Proven experience with the following technologies:
  Angular, JavaScript, Typescript, SCSS, HTML5, Unit Testing, TDD, Web Pack, C#, MVC, Python, REST web services, and SQL/T-SQL.
• Knowledge of IaC tools and frameworks, including AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK and Terraform
• Knowledge of security best practices.
• Great team player, also able to work on own initiative.
• Strong organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong administrative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and dedicated work ethic.
• Ability to manage complex solutions.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritise under pressure.
•  ‘Think outside of the box’ approach.
• Experience communicating with stakeholders, team members and other technical teams to collect requirements, describe software product features and technical designs.

Your journey with us

Our aim is to provide you a transparent interview process from the moment you apply for the role. It’s important for us that you get to know us to ensure the role aligns to your future career objectives.

We provide all candidates with open-door access to key people across the business so they can discuss opportunities, get a feel for our culture, and better understand how they can make an impact and be part of Watchfinder’s exciting trajectory.

Interview Process

Intro Call with Talent Team: An introductory call with our in-house talent team to learn more about your skills and experience in more detail.

1st Stage: Interview with our  to learn more about your skills, experience, and motivation for the role at Watchfinder.

2nd Stage: Interview with our Development Manager and Development Team Leader followed by a Test.

Final Stage: Interview with the CIO and HR Business Partner.

Our Benefits & Incentives

As well as a competitive salary and more great benefits seen below:

Private healthcare and dental

Competitive pension scheme

Holiday scheme – Increasing annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistant programme

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Why work for Watchfinder?

Firstly, what makes Watchfinder a great place to work is the people! Whether that be within your immediate team or across other areas of the business, there really is a family feel across the whole company.

If personal growth and development is high on your priority list, then Watchfinder is the place for you. We’ve had numerous success stories throughout the business of our staff furthering and developing their careers, proving to be integral contributors to the company.

To be part of this exciting journey, apply now!