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The company:

This is an incredible opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of smart IoT technology, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of efficiency and sustainability. The company's innovative IoT monitoring solutions are transforming industries by helping businesses cut costs, optimize energy usage, and stay ahead of environmental regulations.

You'll be working on real-time data tools that empower organizations to make smarter, data-driven decisions, improving everything from operational efficiency to environmental impact. With products like environmental monitors, temperature sensors, and energy usage trackers, the company is helping industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and renewable energy take giant leaps towards a sustainable future. This is your chance to work on groundbreaking technology that integrates seamlessly with intuitive online dashboards, delivering real-time alerts, detailed data logs, and custom reports. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in an industry that's shaping the future of both business and the planet, this role is the perfect next step in your career.

The Role:

You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining a high-performance data platform that processes real-time sensor data for energy and environmental monitoring. You will be responsible for designing and optimising RESTful APIs using TypeScript and NestJS, building scalable solutions to handle large volumes of real-time data, and ensuring system reliability and data integrity across the platform. Additionally, you'll work with SQL, MySQL, and TimescaleDB to manage data, and contribute to the migration from legacy PHP systems to modern technologies. In this role, you'll also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and drive best practices within the team, ensuring technical excellence at every step.

Key Experience:

3+ years in software development (TypeScript, Node.js)
Experience with databases & API development
Strong problem-solving & collaboration skills
Bonus: AWS, Docker, React, ETL, IoT, Machine Learning

The Package:

Up to £70K salary (DOE)
Work on innovative IoT projects
Supportive, collaborative team
Career growth & learning opportunities

This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact in a rapidly growing industry that's not only shaping the future of technology but also driving sustainability and efficiency across diverse sectors. You'll be part of a company that's leading the way with cutting-edge solutions, giving you the chance to work on meaningful projects with lasting environmental and business benefits. With the opportunity to work on advanced technology, collaborate with a passionate and supportive team, and continuously grow your skills, this role offers a perfect balance of challenge and reward. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference while advancing your career in a high-growth sector, this is the perfect fit.

If this piques your interest, please apply or email (url removed) to discuss in more detail

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