Software Engineer

About the role

Joining Red Badger

Red Badger operates at the intersection of technology and business, delivering digital products that create real value. Our approach is defined by lean processes and cross-functional collaboration. Teams work together closely, combining diverse skills to solve complex challenges. We maintain a hybrid work model, with three days in our London office and two days remote. This structure supports both focused individual work and rich in-person collaboration. The office is located near Old Street in the heart of tech city.

We are a diverse community, bringing together 22 nationalities and 17 languages. This global perspective enriches our problem-solving and creativity. Our three founders, Dave, Cain and Stu, retain full ownership of the company. They bring considerable technology and consultancy expertise. The company has been profitable from its earliest days and grows in a responsible, sustainable manner. In 2025, we expanded our presence by opening an office in Cape Town, South Africa.

Our community involvement is a core part of our identity. We host and run meetups such as the popular React London. We welcome other groups to use our office space for events like Lua London and Ladies Who Code. We also share our knowledge by speaking at conferences including Digital Shoreditch and LNUG. This engagement strengthens the wider tech ecosystem.

The Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our digital product delivery function. You will work on projects where technology intersects with complex business needs. The technology stack varies significantly from one project to the next. You are expected to grow your skills across both frontend and backend domains. Curiosity and a willingness to learn new languages and frameworks are essential.

Success requires a passion for the craft of software development. You will actively participate in technical and practical discussions. Your contributions will help define the direction of our digital product delivery. You must be comfortable working independently and as part of a team. You will take ownership of user stories within an agile environment. Modern software delivery practices are a fundamental part of how you work. You are dedicated to producing quality software that meets client goals in a pragmatic way.

A key part of the role involves working directly with clients. You will help shape projects and guide them toward successful completion. You will also support the adoption of good development practices. This includes helping to upskill and embed these practices within blended, cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Discipline Expertise

You will collaborate daily with designers, engineers, and testers. Your work will focus on building high-quality software using modern development practices. Adaptability is crucial, as you will frequently work with new languages and frameworks. You will also support and coach your peers.

Agile Ways of Working

You will practice pair programming with colleagues, including designers. You will take full ownership of delivering user stories from start to finish. Active participation in agile ceremonies is expected. This includes planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Consulting with Clients

You will engage proactively with clients. Your role is to shape project direction and ensure steady progress. You will help client teams adopt sustainable practices. This creates long-term value and capability within the client organization.

Key Facts

Requirements

You write production-grade code across frontend and backend stacks. You adapt swiftly to new languages and frameworks as project needs shift. You communicate clearly with clients and teammates during collaborative sessions. You contribute ideas that shape the direction of digital product delivery. You work autonomously and cooperatively inside agile delivery cycles. You care deeply about quality software that advances client objectives pragmatically.

Nice to Have

Experience with React London events and community engagement.

Skills & Tools

JavaScript, React, Node, AWS

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