Software Engineer

Ripjar specialises in the development of software and data products that help governments and organisations combat serious financial crime. Our technology is used to identify criminal activity such as money laundering and terrorist financing, and enables organisations to enforce sanctions at scale to help combat rogue entities and state actors.

Team mission:

Our Delivery team provides robust and feature rich software using Ripjar’s world-class technologies to satisfy broad customer requirements into both the government and commercial organisations.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Software Engineer, you will work with a diverse team of talented engineers to design, build and deploy solutions for our customers. You will be using the latest technologies to provide solutions that are highly available and operate at scale.

Key tasks:

• Working closely with customers to create integrated solutions for their business issues.
• Deploying, configuring & integrating new product installations.
• Integrating new data sources into Ripjar’s solution using advanced ETL techniques to handle structured and unstructured data.
• Collaborating with our engineering, product, UX, and architecture teams to enhance our technology stack and product base.
• Creating engaging demonstrations to showcase our products and our latest R&D developments.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have these skills:

We recognise that demonstrable skills in all these technologies is not easy to find. Don’t let that stop you from applying! We can work in partnership to identify your strengths and provide you with the training necessary to fill any gaps.

• You will have worked with at least one of our core technologies: JavaScript, Node.js, React, Python, and Bash scripts. You will also be able to evaluate new technologies.
• Delivering and deploying our technology stack requires familiarity with Linux, Git, MongoDB and Elasticsearch/OpenSearch.
• Ideally you have worked with containers, Kubernetes, data processing solutions such as Apache NiFi, and some exposure to AWS.
• Strong communication skills.
• You understand how to create solutions that are secure, highly available, resilient, and scalable.
• You will be technically proficient with a good understanding of the software development lifecycle. Your strengths will include good analytical and fault-finding skills.
• Although not essential, it would be beneficial if you are SC or DV cleared.

Benefits

Why we think you’ll love it here

• Base Salary of up to £70,000 per year DOE.
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service.
• Hybrid working option for employees. Minimum of 2 days a week in the office
• Company Share Scheme.
• Private Family Healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to the O’Reilly Learning and Development platform to support your personal and professional growth.
• Company contributions to your pension.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
• The latest tech including a top of the range MacBook Pro.
• Offices in Cheltenham, London and Bristol.
• There is a well-stocked pantry with food, snacks and drinks when in the office.

Ripjar’s Commitment to Diversity

“Diversity is essential in the way we operate. Having people from different backgrounds, genders and experiences ensures that we make decisions with a truly global perspective. Diversity gives us strength in our technology, analysis and relationships.” - Maria Cox, Head of People Operations