Location:
Remote
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000
About us
At Arbor, we’re on a mission to transform the way schools work for the better. We believe in a future of work in schools where being challenged doesn’t mean being burnt out and overworked. Our MIS and school management tools are already making a difference in over 7,000 schools and trusts, giving time and power back to staff, turning data into clear, actionable insights, and supporting happier working days. About the role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Product Engineer to join our Engineering team and help lead the successful completion of high-impact features, specifically contributing to the advancement of Arbor products. The focus of the role is to contribute towards the development of the company's core systems and processes, as well as implement strategies to enhance product quality and lead time across the entire team. Core responsibilities
Work closely with the Engineering Manager, Tech Lead, QA Engineer, and Product Manager to help solutionise feature requests. Lead the creation of detailed documentation for new feature developments, incorporating diagrams for comprehensive project understanding. Drive the development and implementation of advanced tests around new features, ensuring the highest standards of test coverage and reliability. Demonstrate expertise in producing well-architected, efficient, and scalable code using industry-leading design patterns and methodologies. Take a leadership role in code reviews and pair programming sessions, guiding and mentoring colleagues towards excellence. Lead and actively participate in tech-talks, workshops, and team-based learning initiatives. About you
Extensive experience with Object-Oriented languages and software development. Considerable experience in software development, specifically with PHP. Advanced understanding of best practices and software engineering principles, including SOLID, DRY, etc. Expertise in relational database technologies. Proactive problem-solving approach with a strategic mindset. Proven experience in designing and writing APIs and services within a service-oriented environment. Leadership qualities demonstrated through collaboration and mentorship. A team player, willing to help others when needed. Good written and spoken English. Bonus skills
Past experience with enterprise solutions and large-scale systems. Familiarity with Scrum methodology or other agile development processes. Experience with cloud computing. Experience with Docker and containerisation. Familiarity with software best practices such as Refactoring, Clean Code, Domain-Driven Design, Test-Driven Development, etc. What we offer
The chance to work alongside a team of passionate people in a role where you’ll see the impact of your work. We also offer: A dedicated wellbeing team who champion initiatives such as mindfulness and mental health support. 32 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays). Life Assurance paid out at 3x annual salary. Comprehensive wellness benefit provided by AIG Smart Health. Private Dental Insurance with Bupa. Salary sacrifice Pension provided by Scottish Widows. Enhanced maternity and adoption leave. Access to services such as Calm and Bippit. All of our roles champion flexible working. Dedicated professional development training budget. Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year. Dog friendly offices! Interview process
Phone screen 1st stage 2nd stage We are committed to a fair recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during your application or interview process, please reach out to a member of the team at
careers@arbor-education.com . Arbor Education is an equal opportunities organisation
Our goal is for Arbor to be a workplace which represents, celebrates and supports people from all backgrounds. Refer a friend
Know someone who would be good for this role? You can refer a friend, family member or colleague, and if they are offered a role with Arbor, we will say thank you with a voucher valued up to £200! Simply email:
careers@arbor-education.com Please note:
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
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Remote
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000
About us
At Arbor, we’re on a mission to transform the way schools work for the better. We believe in a future of work in schools where being challenged doesn’t mean being burnt out and overworked. Our MIS and school management tools are already making a difference in over 7,000 schools and trusts, giving time and power back to staff, turning data into clear, actionable insights, and supporting happier working days. About the role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Product Engineer to join our Engineering team and help lead the successful completion of high-impact features, specifically contributing to the advancement of Arbor products. The focus of the role is to contribute towards the development of the company's core systems and processes, as well as implement strategies to enhance product quality and lead time across the entire team. Core responsibilities
Work closely with the Engineering Manager, Tech Lead, QA Engineer, and Product Manager to help solutionise feature requests. Lead the creation of detailed documentation for new feature developments, incorporating diagrams for comprehensive project understanding. Drive the development and implementation of advanced tests around new features, ensuring the highest standards of test coverage and reliability. Demonstrate expertise in producing well-architected, efficient, and scalable code using industry-leading design patterns and methodologies. Take a leadership role in code reviews and pair programming sessions, guiding and mentoring colleagues towards excellence. Lead and actively participate in tech-talks, workshops, and team-based learning initiatives. About you
Extensive experience with Object-Oriented languages and software development. Considerable experience in software development, specifically with PHP. Advanced understanding of best practices and software engineering principles, including SOLID, DRY, etc. Expertise in relational database technologies. Proactive problem-solving approach with a strategic mindset. Proven experience in designing and writing APIs and services within a service-oriented environment. Leadership qualities demonstrated through collaboration and mentorship. A team player, willing to help others when needed. Good written and spoken English. Bonus skills
Past experience with enterprise solutions and large-scale systems. Familiarity with Scrum methodology or other agile development processes. Experience with cloud computing. Experience with Docker and containerisation. Familiarity with software best practices such as Refactoring, Clean Code, Domain-Driven Design, Test-Driven Development, etc. What we offer
The chance to work alongside a team of passionate people in a role where you’ll see the impact of your work. We also offer: A dedicated wellbeing team who champion initiatives such as mindfulness and mental health support. 32 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays). Life Assurance paid out at 3x annual salary. Comprehensive wellness benefit provided by AIG Smart Health. Private Dental Insurance with Bupa. Salary sacrifice Pension provided by Scottish Widows. Enhanced maternity and adoption leave. Access to services such as Calm and Bippit. All of our roles champion flexible working. Dedicated professional development training budget. Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year. Dog friendly offices! Interview process
Phone screen 1st stage 2nd stage We are committed to a fair recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during your application or interview process, please reach out to a member of the team at
careers@arbor-education.com . Arbor Education is an equal opportunities organisation
Our goal is for Arbor to be a workplace which represents, celebrates and supports people from all backgrounds. Refer a friend
Know someone who would be good for this role? You can refer a friend, family member or colleague, and if they are offered a role with Arbor, we will say thank you with a voucher valued up to £200! Simply email:
careers@arbor-education.com Please note:
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
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