Job Description
Job description
Role
Senior Full Stack Software Developer
Location
Birmingham, UK
Business Background
Who are LRQA?
LRQA stands for dedication to clients, market firsts, and deep expertise in risk management. We’ve grown to become a leading global assurance provider, bringing together outstanding expertise in certification, customized assurance, cybersecurity, inspection and training.
While we’re proud of our heritage, it’s who we are today that really matters, because that’s what shapes who we and our clients can become tomorrow. By staying true to our shared values and combining decades of collective experience, we support our clients in building a safer and more sustainable future.
What do we do?
We help our clients negotiate a rapidly changing world, by working with them to manage and mitigate the risks they face. We serve a wide variety of industries, with a core focus on Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Mobility, Technology & Telco, Construction & Manufacturing, Energy and Renewables and Chemical & Processing.
Our products and services range from independent third-party auditing to certification and training; we also offer consultancy services, real- time assurance technology and data-driven supply chain transformation programs. our innovative end-to- end solutions help our clients shape their own future, rather than letting it shape them.
LRQA currently operates across 51 countries, has more than 2,500 colleagues, generates around £350m in revenue, and supports more than 60,000 clients across a diverse range of sectors and markets.
Role Purpose
LRQA is seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Senior Full Stack Software Developer with a strong understanding of modern web application tools and best practices. The developer will play a major role in developing data-driven applications that will transform the way brands and retailers assess their supply chains and drive improvements. You will have the opportunity to work at a dynamic and fast-growing company, with an experienced agile team to build robust and high performing applications and tackle interesting engineering challenges.
Responsibilities
• Accountable for building high quality, robust & scalable web applications and event-driven applications by using Java, Ruby & Rails, Node.js, ReactJS and Apache Kafka; working across full stack from an end-to-end perspective on cloud platform
• Support LRQA's global product development teams. Take leadership in designing, developing application on the defined requirements and standards (engineering, QA, and DevOps to ensure projects are completed on time and of high quality.)
• Conduct code reviews with team members and educate through constructive comments
• Writing and running unit test cases
• Attend all Scrum events and collaborate with the team globally.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• 7+ years of experience in software development
• Hands-on experience in web front-end development React JS, and knowledge of pure HTML5/CSS/JS design
• Hands-on experience in web back-end development with Java/Node.js, with an added advantage of familiarity with the Ruby on Rails framework.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful services and API design, and a solid understanding of web stacks
• Strong knowledge of event-driven applications design and event delivery pipelines, preferably with Apache Kafka
• Solid experience in working with SQL databases, preferably with Postgres, including but not limited to configuring database instances for read/write performance and creating high-performant queries
• Ability to design and implement data model (database schemas) and data pipeline to support business processes Ability to develop clean/maintainable code, that is highly performant and secure by design
• Proficient with Git (GitLab) and Docker
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Gitlab CI and Jenkins
• Ability to implement automated unit tests
• Experience of working as a part of Scrum team. Actively participate in all the Scrum events.
• Strong written and spoken English skills
• This position supports hybrid working and requires 1 day per week onsite at the Birmingham Office
Good to have
• Familiarity with GraphQL (Apollo flavour)
• Knowledge of TypeScript
• Knowledge of any of the cloud computing platforms (preferably AWS)
Diversity and Inclusion at LRQA:
We are on a mission to be the place where we all want to work and we are passionate about embracing different perspectives because we understand the value this brings to our business, our clients and each other. We are all about creating a safer and more sustainable future and our inclusive culture is right at the heart of our business.
Together our employees make our communities better and we want you to be part of our diverse team!
LRQA is a leading global assurance provider. The integrity and expertise we bring to our partnership with clients support their journey to a safer, more secure and more sustainable future.
Copyright © LRQA 2026. All rights reserved. Terms of use. Privacy Policy.
Role
Senior Full Stack Software Developer
Location
Birmingham, UK
Business Background
Who are LRQA?
LRQA stands for dedication to clients, market firsts, and deep expertise in risk management. We’ve grown to become a leading global assurance provider, bringing together outstanding expertise in certification, customized assurance, cybersecurity, inspection and training.
While we’re proud of our heritage, it’s who we are today that really matters, because that’s what shapes who we and our clients can become tomorrow. By staying true to our shared values and combining decades of collective experience, we support our clients in building a safer and more sustainable future.
What do we do?
We help our clients negotiate a rapidly changing world, by working with them to manage and mitigate the risks they face. We serve a wide variety of industries, with a core focus on Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Mobility, Technology & Telco, Construction & Manufacturing, Energy and Renewables and Chemical & Processing.
Our products and services range from independent third-party auditing to certification and training; we also offer consultancy services, real- time assurance technology and data-driven supply chain transformation programs. our innovative end-to- end solutions help our clients shape their own future, rather than letting it shape them.
LRQA currently operates across 51 countries, has more than 2,500 colleagues, generates around £350m in revenue, and supports more than 60,000 clients across a diverse range of sectors and markets.
Role Purpose
LRQA is seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Senior Full Stack Software Developer with a strong understanding of modern web application tools and best practices. The developer will play a major role in developing data-driven applications that will transform the way brands and retailers assess their supply chains and drive improvements. You will have the opportunity to work at a dynamic and fast-growing company, with an experienced agile team to build robust and high performing applications and tackle interesting engineering challenges.
Responsibilities
• Accountable for building high quality, robust & scalable web applications and event-driven applications by using Java, Ruby & Rails, Node.js, ReactJS and Apache Kafka; working across full stack from an end-to-end perspective on cloud platform
• Support LRQA's global product development teams. Take leadership in designing, developing application on the defined requirements and standards (engineering, QA, and DevOps to ensure projects are completed on time and of high quality.)
• Conduct code reviews with team members and educate through constructive comments
• Writing and running unit test cases
• Attend all Scrum events and collaborate with the team globally.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• 7+ years of experience in software development
• Hands-on experience in web front-end development React JS, and knowledge of pure HTML5/CSS/JS design
• Hands-on experience in web back-end development with Java/Node.js, with an added advantage of familiarity with the Ruby on Rails framework.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful services and API design, and a solid understanding of web stacks
• Strong knowledge of event-driven applications design and event delivery pipelines, preferably with Apache Kafka
• Solid experience in working with SQL databases, preferably with Postgres, including but not limited to configuring database instances for read/write performance and creating high-performant queries
• Ability to design and implement data model (database schemas) and data pipeline to support business processes Ability to develop clean/maintainable code, that is highly performant and secure by design
• Proficient with Git (GitLab) and Docker
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Gitlab CI and Jenkins
• Ability to implement automated unit tests
• Experience of working as a part of Scrum team. Actively participate in all the Scrum events.
• Strong written and spoken English skills
• This position supports hybrid working and requires 1 day per week onsite at the Birmingham Office
Good to have
• Familiarity with GraphQL (Apollo flavour)
• Knowledge of TypeScript
• Knowledge of any of the cloud computing platforms (preferably AWS)
Diversity and Inclusion at LRQA:
We are on a mission to be the place where we all want to work and we are passionate about embracing different perspectives because we understand the value this brings to our business, our clients and each other. We are all about creating a safer and more sustainable future and our inclusive culture is right at the heart of our business.
Together our employees make our communities better and we want you to be part of our diverse team!
LRQA is a leading global assurance provider. The integrity and expertise we bring to our partnership with clients support their journey to a safer, more secure and more sustainable future.
Copyright © LRQA 2026. All rights reserved. Terms of use. Privacy Policy.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Full Stack Software Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Birmingham offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.