About the role

The main remit of The Lab is to 'bring ideas to life' and to do that as quickly and pragmatically as possible.

An important aspect of how we work is that we are encouraged to 'fail an idea fast' if it doesn't appear successful.

Working across multiple projects, the role will include:

Rapidly turning concepts into working prototypes

Working closely with end-users, developers, and product teams to ensure we’re solving the original problem

Choosing and evaluating new technology and how it can be leveraged

Communicating status updates to stakeholders and working closely with the directorates within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop prototype apps and services
• Help transform technological ideas into compelling applications & services for customers - both internal and external
• Liaise with all areas of the business to ensure the Lab has the support needed to drive innovation
• Generate new ideas, and help others generate ideas
• Help guide and mentor other members of the team

What We Need from You:

Essential Skills:

• Experienced with developing web applications with languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js and React
• Familiar working with CSS frameworks such as TailwindCSS, Bootstrap, MaterialUI
• Familiar working with cloud services such as AWS or Azure to deliver scalable and reliable products
• Knowledge of methodologies & frameworks typically implemented within tech start-ups is an advantage
• Confident in producing an end-to-end product with exceptional user experience
• Can work in a small, close-knit team, communicating and collaborating effectively with others whether in person or remotely
• Comfortable with rapid prototyping, failing fast and an agile mindset
• Good technical knowledge of enterprise-grade apps currently in the market
• Experience of automated testing is very helpful
• Able to address both technical and business-oriented audiences and to turn business problems into technical solutions.

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We’re looking to pay a great compensation package (depending on experience) for this position. We also offer plenty of extras to sweeten the deal, which could include things like bonuses, life assurance cover, health care and lots of flexible benefits.  

Also, every employee has their personal development supported with a LinkedIn learning account; plus other role specific learning available through our award-winning digital learning platform - O2 Campus. 

We also believe a great work-life balance is important, so we’re open to considering flexible working arrangements. Like to know more, feel free to raise it.  

Join us and we’ll encourage you to be bold every day. So take a deep breath, your career is about to go to exciting new places. 

If you have any questions around the role then please email ResourceTUK@o2.com who will be happy to help. 

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