Engineering Lead
at IterumAbout the job
ABOUT US
Iterum is a dynamic seed-stage startup revolutionising appliance management for scaled residential properties. We’re addressing a critical but overlooked challenge in property management: the inefficient handling of home appliances and consequential lack of actionable data. These things together lead to significant costs, wasted time, and increased carbon emissions. Our mission is to streamline appliance procurement and management, delivering substantial cost savings for property operators and investors, enhancing resident experiences, and reducing carbon footprints at scale. Our groundbreaking platform, Iterum IQ, is pioneering data accessibility and transparency in the industry, providing unparalleled control and optimisation throughout the appliance lifecycle.
Driven by innovation and collaboration, our team leverages cutting-edge technology to create exceptional user experiences. We’re seeking a talented and ambitious Mid-Level Full Stack Developer to join us as our Head of Tech. Working closely with our Head of Product and supported by our Fractional CTO & CPO, you’ll be instrumental in developing our platform as we scale. This role offers the opportunity to guide architectural decisions, shape development best practices, and contribute to the culture of our growing development team.
OUR STACK AND PROCESS
Our Approach:
Iterum IQ, our web-based application, empowers customers with streamlined appliance management, driven by a continuously evolving database. We prioritise simplicity, ease-of-use, and a mobile-first design philosophy.
Agile & Iterative Development:
We operate within an agile framework, delivering features iteratively based on customer feedback and our pursuit of product-market fit. Our weekly priorities are dynamic, ranging from scaling for future growth to refining user experience flows to integrating cutting-edge technologies. This environment offers ample opportunities for learning and tackling new challenges. We are committed to continuous improvement and value everyone’s input, giving you a chance to shape not just our technology, but also our operational processes and team culture.
Our Tech Stack:
Our current technology stack, while evolving, forms a strong foundation for our platform. We are open to exploring and integrating new technologies and welcome your contributions in shaping our future architecture.
- Backend: Python/Django
- Database: PostgreSQL
- Hosting & Deployment: Heroku, GitHub Actions
- Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, HTMX
- Monitoring & Performance: tbd
- Communication Tools: Notion & Slack, other tools to be added as team grows (Github, Jira)
ABOUT YOU
This Is A Great Fit If You Want To Work …
- In an early stage company where you’ll have the opportunity to build a product from the ground up, shaping its architecture and future direction
- On a product with a tangible impact on reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices within the residential property sector
- Within a collaborative and agile team that values your input and encourages continuous learning
- At a company that values work-life balance and fosters a supportive environment where you genuinely enjoy working with your colleagues
You Must
- Have minimum 3-5 years development experience
- Demonstrate a strong track record of building and maintaining web applications using Python, and the Django framework
- Possess strong back-end expertise coupled with an interest in learning or experience with web front-end development
- Experience with database schema design, optimization, performance and scalability
- Have hands-on experience working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar)
- Show proven ability to develop and connect with RESTful APIs
- Have practical experience with cloud hosting platforms, ideally Heroku and AWS
- Demonstrate a proven ability to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced, agile startup setting
- Possess exceptional problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail
- Possess excellent verbal and written English communication skills, and be able to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical colleagues
- Have interest in fostering the growth of junior developers through mentoring and pair programming
- Be based in London, UK, with the ability to work in a hybrid setting
- Be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom (we are unable to sponsor visas at this time)
It Would Be Nice (But Not Necessary) If You Also Had Experience With
- Consumer-facing web and native mobile applications
- Comprehensive understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (React, HTMX, TailwindCSS, or similar),
- Integrating & configuring product analytics platforms, including event tagging & data analysis
WHAT THE ROLE INVOLVES
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy high-quality features for the customer-facing Iterum IQ platform, as well as our Iterum Ops platform, which powers all our internal services and business processes
- Manage integrations with third parties for payments, email, SMS, etc. as well as supplier and business partner APIs
- Collaborate with the CTO, product lead, and other team members to design and implement efficient, scalable systems
- Participate in code reviews with other developers on the team, ensuring best practices and high-quality code
- Proactively raise opportunities to improve the performance, reliability, and security of the platform
WHAT WE OFFER
- Pay: competitive compensation plus equity options
- Flexible working arrangements, but required to be office-based in South London 3 days a week
- Professional development opportunities
- Southwest London location with onsite gym and pool
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Stage 1: Application - submit your CV and cover letter
- Stage 2: Technical Assessment & Interview - If your application is successful, you’ll be invited to complete a technical task (max of 2 hours) and participate in an interview with our Fractional CTO to assess your technical fit
- Stage 3: Cultural Fit Interview - Following the technical assessment, you’ll meet with our Fractional Chief Product Officer to explore cultural fit and your alignment with our company values
- Stage 4: Final Interviews: The final stage will involve an interview with our Product Lead and CEO for final approval
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining the following:
- Why Iterum?
- Why this role?
- Why you?
- Your salary expectations
- Example of relevant previous work
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Please send your application to: with the subject line: Full-Stack Developer Application. All applicants should mention the word ‘Mango’ to show you’ve read the requirements.
Closing Date: 10th April 2025 with rolling interviews so the position may be filled sooner.
Only candidates with the right to work in the UK will be considered. No recruiters or agencies please.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £65,000.00-£80,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free fitness classes
- On-site gym
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SW18 1HT
Application deadline: 16/04/2025
Reference ID: 1407
Expected start date: 02/06/2025
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