Full Stack Developer

Full Stack Developer (React + Node.js)

Company: 5Apart Limited
Location: Hybrid
Type: Project-Based (with potential for long-term collaboration)
Focus: SaaS & Business Services Platform

About Us

We’re building a modern, automated company formation platform for the UK market,
Our mission is to simplify the process of setting up a business in the UK — from company registration to virtual offices, bank account referrals, and ongoing admin support — all through a single, intuitive digital platform.

We’re now looking for a Full Stack Developer to help design, develop, and scale this platform from the ground up.

Role Overview

You’ll be responsible for both front-end and back-end development, integrating APIs (such as address lookups, and payment gateways) and ensuring a seamless experience from registration to checkout.

You’ll work directly with the founder and UI/UX designer to deliver a fast, secure, and user-friendly product.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a responsive React front-end integrated with a Node.js/Express back-end.
• Build secure and scalable API integrations (Companies House API, payment gateways, email services, etc.).
• Implement user authentication, dashboards, and order tracking.
• Work with MySQL or PostgreSQL for data management.
• Ensure compliance with UK-specific company formation workflows.
• Optimise performance and maintain high code quality through reviews and testing.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of full stack development experience.
• Strong proficiency in React.js, Node.js, Express.js, and MySQL/PostgreSQL.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs (e.g. Companies House, Postcode.io, Stripe, PayPal).
• Good understanding of authentication, validation, and security best practices.
• Ability to turn wireframes and mockups into working production code.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Next.js or TypeScript.
• Experience with AWS, Vercel, or DigitalOcean.
• Prior work on SaaS platforms, marketplaces, or fintech tools.

What We Offer

• Remote, flexible work environment.
• Opportunity to work on an innovative UK-focused SaaS product.
• Clear project scope and milestone-based payments.
• Long-term potential for ongoing development or a full-time position.

How to Apply

Please include:

• Your CV or LinkedIn profile
• A link to your GitHub or portfolio
• A short note on relevant projects or API integrations you’ve done
• A covering letter - Why you think you should be hire for this role

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: E£10,000.00 - E£12,000.00 per month