Full Stack Developer

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London
6 days ago
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M&C Saatchi Group

We are a global creative solutions company of five specialist divisions, connected through data, technology & culture, to deliver Meaningful Change for clients.

Fluency, part of M&C Saatchi Group, is looking for a Full Stack Developer for an initial 3-month fixed-term contract. As a key member of our expanding data team, you will contribute to building products, improving existing solutions, and supporting new business pitches. Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and analysts to solve client problems using data-driven approaches, while applying your expertise in deploying advanced solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and make a meaningful impact.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You will be central to working with the wider data team to help deliver a project to deadline. You will also be critical to supporting the build, development and roll-out of new tools, specifically for M&C Saatchi Fluency’s global automotive client. You will have a voice in the ongoing refinement and automation of the product(s) and approaches.

The project will include working closely with the data engineering team & internal stakeholders to ensure that the new tool delivers all required features. The project will include a degree of NLP integration (chatbot) and usage of LLMs. It requires a confident and experienced individual who has built solutions and can evidence this in the interview process, guiding and leading data science and data engineering colleagues through the process along the way.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

  • You’ll work with our data team and our partners to create a powerful, actionable insight platform.
  • You’ll be comfortable developing internal client relationships and have a sharp brain and good foundational knowledge of build approaches and practices including the implications of your work on SLAs.
  • You’ll help inform key client teams’ direction by working alongside a lead data scientist with front-end development skills and the Fluency leadership team culminating in the fast turnaround deployment of a newly built ‘dashboard’ type product solution with reporting capability and chatbot interaction.
  • You’ll show the desire to create data-driven structures and narratives in builds that drive impactful change across the marketing landscape.
  • You’ll embrace an outcome-oriented culture, where strategy & tactics are alive and help clients thrive.
  • In time, there may be the opportunity to lead day-to-day for select clients independently, showing high levels of accuracy and acumen to develop these relationships beyond existing projects as appropriate.
  • You’ll develop excellent client relationships and embed yourself in their business where and if appropriate, though primarily the role is seen as M&C Saatchi internal-facing.
  • You’ll contribute to Fluency’s own strategic development methodologies and approaches.
  • You’ll help disrupt the space working with reliable, best-in-class suppliers.
  • You’ll drive at your own knowledge base, actively deepening your skills.

ABOUT YOU:

You are a full stack developer with particular expertise working on creating robust back-end solutions that combine multiple data sources, and a self-starter with an inquisitive mind. You are not afraid to ask questions. You form thought-provoking hypotheses. You are ‘in the detail’ and love learning new approaches and techniques.

You enjoy delivering simple, intuitive solutions. You want to help clients transform. You understand the importance of data in making informed decisions. You have a strong POV on how data is delivered as accessible tools now. You have a strong POV on how efficient and well-designed data back-ends can do more to help make ongoing delivery seamless. You have an open mind to learning new techniques and approaches.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

  • Evidence:of previous project builds and experience building and delivering client-facing software solutions (advanced dashboards, manipulable or interactive front-end tools).
  • Education:Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant field (or equivalent experience).
  • Portfolio/GitHub:Demonstrated experience with Django-based applications and D3.js visualizations.
  • Having previous client-facing experience (speaking to clients and sharing your approaches is in your comfort zone).
  • New technology curiosity and evidence of practical application, looking to deploy newly acquired skills in a working environment alongside data science leads.
  • Key importance:Backend: Django, Django REST Framework (DRF), Python, Wagtail and Webhooks, but more critically the ability to recommend and build the best solution if alternatives are more suited to the final build based on and evidenced through real-world experience (previous project delivery).
  • Database:PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar.
  • Testing:Pytest, Unit Testing.
  • Version Control:Git, GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket.
  • Other:API design, data visualization, security best practices.

WHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities.
  • How you have worked quickly and efficiently to deliver projects against tight timeframes in the past.
  • Ability to work independently and manage projects.

ABOUT FLUENCY:

Fluency is an award-winning global data consultancy that helps brands make smarter, faster business decisions that deliver stronger outcomes. Combined with the M&C Saatchi Group’s intellectual capital in brand, marketing, design, and CRM, Fluency specializes in delivering insight, foresight, and oversight solutions fueled by high-quality data, analytics, and technologies.

Our team of creative minds operates out of hubs in New York, London, and Sydney. Clients include Amazon, NIKE, UK Government, and Ford.

For the right candidate, we will offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes 27 days annual holiday, private healthcare, employer contributory pension, life assurance, and income protection.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion sees us offer inclusive bank holidays, learning opportunities around DE&I, targeted mentoring programs, and the opportunity to participate in active Employee Led Networks and associated events.

ABOUT M&C SAATCHI GROUP:

M&C Saatchi Group is a creative group of companies who navigate, create, and lead meaningful change for clients. Across five specialist divisions connected through people, culture, data, technology, and creativity, M&C Saatchi Group aims to unlock new value for clients and leave a positive impact on the world.

M&C Saatchi Group’s work is informed by two core principles - Brutal Simplicity of Thought and Diversity of Thought. Together they guide how problems are solved and integrated specialist teams are built. Headquartered in London, M&C Saatchi Group has circa 2,500 employees globally, of which 720 employees are UK-based. Our operations span 23 countries with major hubs in the UK, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Asia, and Australia. Having floated in 2004, M&C Saatchi plc is a constituent of the FTSE AIM. It has a market capitalization of £250 million and ambitious growth plans.

M&C Saatchi Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not discriminate, celebrates diversity, and bases all hiring and promotion decisions solely on talent and capability, without regard for any personal characteristics.

All employee information is kept confidential according to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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