JavaScript Jobs in Birmingham

Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Software Development?Skills shortages in the IT sector is driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.We help place graduates from this programme in top UK companies and organisations needing to employ entry-level software development staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme.The best part is you will not need any previous experience as fully accredited training, which includes tutor support and mentoring, provides you with the skills, practical knowledge, and qualifications for you to secure a professional job and career in coding. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£25K-£40K) upon completion.Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks or a few months (step 1 to 4 below). Your job and career goals are completed in four simple steps.Step 1 -HTML and CSS Online Training ( 12 weeks)The first step is completing a selection of professional and industry-recognised courses. We have carefully selected these courses to give you the most out of both your learning and employment journey.

HTML Essentials (6 weeks)

CSS Essentials (6 weeks)

The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations, and quizzes through a portal that you study online from anywhere you choose. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor to help you throughout your training.Once the HTML & CSS courses are complete, you will be ready to move forward.Step 2 -Online Training ( 12 weeks)The second step includes a selection of more advanced courses to get you up to speed.

Learn the Command Line (1.5 weeks)

Learn Git & GitHub (1.5 weeks)

Learn JavaScript (1.5 weeks)

Learn Python 3 (1.5 weeks)

JavaScript forms the foundation of almost everything you see on the Internet, so it will be essential! Python is highly versatile. You can use it for both small and complex tasks, and it is used across many different industries.Step 3 - Build a Portfolio Website Project (1 week)Additional Courses

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Step 4 -Entry Level Development placement (£25K - £40k)We work with you to secure your first role in software development, website administration or programming, with a starting salary of anywhere between £25K - £40k. While working in your first role, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to increase your development knowledge to help you develop your career further to become a software developer.We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2009 and we are a CompTIA Gold Partner, accredited by the BCS (Chartered Institute of IT/ British Computer Society) to ensure we provide the highest levels of training.In addition, we are also ELCAS approved to help members of the Armed Forces, Service Leavers and Veterans gain rewarding careers in IT and Cybersecurity.Job GuaranteeDue to the success of this programme and the skills shortage of entry-level development staff, we can guarantee you will secure a job upon completion of your study programme, or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning/ terms of business.Enthusiastic about starting a career in coding? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.

Coding and Programming Trainee

Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Programming?Skills shortages in the IT sector are driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.We help place graduates from this programme in top UK companies and organisations needing to employ entry-level Programming staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme.The best part is you will not need any previous experience as fully accredited training, which includes tutor support and mentoring, provides you with the skills, practical knowledge and qualifications for you to secure a professional job and career in coding. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£25K-£40K) upon completion.Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks or a few months (step 1 to 4 below). Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps.Step 1 -HTML and CSS Online Training ( 12 weeks)The first step is completing a selection of professional and industry-recognised courses. We have carefully selected these courses to give you the most out of both your learning and employment journey.

HTML Essentials (6 weeks)

CSS Essentials (6 weeks)

The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study online from anywhere you choose. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor to help you throughout your training.Once the HTML & CSS courses are complete, you will be ready to move forward.Step 2 -Online Training ( 12 weeks)The second step includes a selection of more advanced courses to get you up to speed.

Learn the Command Line (1.5 weeks)

Learn Git & GitHub (1.5 weeks)

Learn JavaScript (1.5 weeks)

Learn Python 3 (1.5 weeks)

JavaScript forms the foundation of almost everything you see on the Internet, so it will be essential! Python is highly versatile. You can use it for both small and complex tasks, and it is used across many different industries.Step 3 - Build a Portfolio Website Project (1 week)Additional Courses

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Step 4 - Junior Programmer placement (£25K - £40k)We work with you to secure your first role as a Junior Programmer, with a starting salary of anywhere between £25K - £40k. While working as a Junior Programmer, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the programming field.Programmer RoleOnce you have completed all the mandatory training in step four and have gained two plus years experience in the coding industry, you will be ready to move into higher paying programming roles. Our recruitment support team specialises in the Web and programming space and roles at this level have an average starting salary of £45K.We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2009 and we are a CompTIA Gold Partner, accredited by the BCS (Chartered Institute of IT/ British Computer Society) to ensure we provide the highest levels of training.In addition, we are also ELCAS approved to help members of the Armed Forces, Service Leavers and Veterans gain rewarding careers in IT and Cybersecurity.Job GuaranteeDue to the success of this programme and the skills shortage of entry-level coding staff, we can guarantee you will secure a job upon completion of your study programme or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning/ terms of business.Passionate about starting a career in coding? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.

Senior Developer, Team Lead, Lead Developer

Smile Digital Talent Ltd

Senior Developer, Team Lead Developer - Hybrid -commutable from Shropshire, Telford, Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Cannock, Wrexham.We arelooking for a talented Senior orLead Developer ready to take the next step in their career. This is a hands on technical role with leadership responsibility, perfect for someone who enjoys guiding others while remaining deeply involved in creating high quality, user focused digital products.As the senior figure within the development team, you will lead by example, mentor junior developers, and drive best practices in coding, architecture, and performance. You will play a major role in shaping the departments technical direction, with the longer term goal of stepping into a Development Manager position.Your role will involve:

Building, maintaining, and enhancingmodern, responsive websites and applications.

Leading technical delivery from concept to completion, ensuring quality and performance at every stage.

Developing secure, scalable back-end systems using technologies such as PHP or Node.js.

Creatingefficient, maintainable front-end solutions with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (e.g. React, Angular).

Reviewing code, sharingknowledge, and promotinga culture of continuous improvement.

Managingmultiple development projects and balance priorities effectively.

Collaboratingclosely with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive digital experiences.

Keeping up to date with emerging tools, frameworks, and best practices.

About You

Experienced web developer with 5+ years of hands-on experience.

Solid understanding of front-end and back-end development.

Skilled in building bespoke WordPress themes and plugins.

Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming principles.

Adept at troubleshooting, problem solving, and finding creative technical solutions.

Confident communicator and natural mentor who enjoys helping others progress.

Able to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

This opportunity is with aforward thinking digital team where your technical voice will be heard and valued. This is a senior role with genuine long term growth potential and career progression.Apply now for immediate consideration!

Maximo Developer

Sanderson Recruitment

Job Title: Maximo Developer Salary: Up to £65,000 Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)Join our client’s dynamic organisation as a Maximo Developer and take your career to the next level. They are seeking a talented and experienced Maximo Developer to work within their Asset and Engineering Management product team, delivering innovative solutions using the Maximo Application Suite (MAS 8.0).Some of the Benefits

Hybrid working, for a better work-life balance * Free parking on-site * Comprehensive wellbeing benefits * Generous pension allowance

The RoleAs a Maximo Developer, you’ll play a vital role in configuring, customising, and developing Maximo to meet evolving business needs, workflows, and asset management practices. You’ll tailor Maximo for multiple departments by configuring templates, user access controls, maintenance schedules, and custom data fields. Your expertise will ensure Maximo remains robust, scalable, and aligned with strategic goals-integrating with external systems, enhancing dashboards, and driving data-led decisions.You will design and build new applications, interfaces, and extensions using technologies like Java, JavaScript, and external APIs, extending Maximo’s capabilities beyond its standard features. This is an exciting opportunity for a Maximo Developer eager to make a real impact.Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Technical Product Owner to deliver solutions that meet customer and stakeholder needs. * Contribute to user story development and agile delivery improvements. * Keep up to date with MAS enhancements to leverage new features. * Build strong relationships with colleagues and end users for knowledge sharing. * Follow best practices and architectural standards for scalable, secure solutions.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience configuring and maintaining Maximo. * Proficiency with MAS components (Manage, Schedule, Mobile). * IBM Certified Administrator and Deployment Professional. * Agile (SCRUM) experience in cross-functional teams. * Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Apply now to become our client’s next Maximo Developer and help shape the future of asset management solutions!Reasonable Adjustments:Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason***,*** please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Application and Development Manager

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Location: KidderminsterSalary: CompetitiveVacancy Type: Full time (Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week)Closing Date: 12 Dec 2025As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services the company have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide their customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. They offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with their hardware specialist IT brokerage service.The RoleThey are seeking an experienced Application Manager with strong PHP and MySQL development expertise to lead the delivery, enhancement, and support of their business applications. This role requires a balance of technical knowledge, leadership, and coordination skills to manage both onshore and offshore development teams. The Application Manager will play a key role in ensuring their applications are reliable, secure, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.This is a full time opportunity (Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week) to work in a dynamic, innovative environment with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and enterprise-level projects. In addition, you will work in a collaborative culture with onshore and offshore teams.Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full lifecycle of PHP/MySQL-based applications, from requirements gathering through design, development, testing, deployment, and support.

Provide hands-on PHP and MySQL development when required, ensuring solutions are delivered to high standards of quality and performance.

Lead and coordinate the work of distributed development teams across onshore and offshore locations, ensuring effective collaboration and consistent delivery.

Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes.

Conduct code reviews and oversee system integrations, upgrades, and migrations.

Collaborate with business stakeholders, project managers, and analysts to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Ensure applications meet security, compliance, and performance requirements.

Manage release cycles and support the smooth transition of applications into production.

Act as the escalation point for critical application issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal business disruption.

Mentor and coach developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Investigate and integrate new technologies to efficiently utilise third party systems to deliver high end services and integrations as appropriate.

Competencies & Behaviours:

Proven experience as an Application Manager, Technical Lead, or Senior Developer with a strong background in PHP and MySQL.

Solid experience in object-oriented PHP and database design/optimisation.

Proficiency with PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter).

Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery).

Experience working with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.

Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate teams across multiple geographies (offshore and onshore).

Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Experience in managing large-scale, enterprise PHP/MySQL applications.

Working in a team environment delivering services with Offshore and onshore developers.

Office Based to enable working with operational “Heads of” and designated team members.

Collaborate with Department Heads to refine existing systems and services, aiming to enhance throughput, efficiency, and identify cost-reduction opportunities.

Commitment to maintaining current knowledge on technological advancements.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package

On-site fully equipped gymnasium and facilities

25 days a year annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff discount online store

Company events

Membership to the company golf package where available

Refer a Friend Scheme

Mobile phone, tablet and high-end laptop.

Career development and progression opportunities.

To ApplyIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.

SIEM Software Engineering Lead (Snowhill, Birmingham, United Kingdom)

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Why this job mattersThe new Network SIEM is essential to BT’s network security, meeting TSA requirements and improving our CAF level. Being the SIEM DevOps with SysOps Software Engineer you will play a critical role in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining our strategic SIEM platform as part of the Security Engineering platform team, leading the implementation of the SIEM Automation strategy and providing guidance and oversight of the SIEM Platform Automation team.This role is hybrid (3 days in the week) and can be based in one of the following offices: Birmingham (preferably) or ManchesterWhat you’ll be doing

A Technical leadership role working in a high performing team of engineers delivering state of the art security tools for BT.

Kubernetes DevOps/SysOps Engineering role managing Kubernetes clusters and container orchestration, automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications.

Implement best practices for Kubernetes configuration and security.

Configuration, deployment and maintenance of Elastic Stack on Kubernetes (ECK)

DevOps/SysOps Engineering collaborating with cross-functional teams (development, operations, and QA) to streamline software delivery and automating deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools

Troubleshoot issues along the CI/CD pipeline

Act as product owner, breaking down top level requirements into product backlogs as part of quarterly/sprint planning

Interface with program and project managers to ensure appropriate security architecture engagement as necessary.

Provide effective technology coaching and mentoring both inside and outside the team.

Growth mindset and a desire to learn, teach, and improve skills.

Previous ownership of mission-critical shared infrastructure

Skills Required for the RoleEssential:

End-to-End Solution Delivery: Expertise in taking ownership of a requirement from start to finish, including gathering detailed requirements, designing, and implementing robust, innovative solutions.

Experience with containerization technology and orchestration platforms e.g. Docker, Kubernetes

Hands-on experience in installing, configuring, operating, and monitoring CI/CD pipeline tools

Experience in Python, JavaScript, Golang.

Experience on Gitlab CI or GitHub Actions

Experience in monitoring tools as Grafana, ELK

Experience in Agile software development systems and JIRA Tools.

Understanding IT, network services and security

Ability to collaborate effectively with others to drive forward key security objectives

Strong communication skills including presentation and documentation writing (to both technical and business audiences)

An aptitude for autonomous learning as required by the demands of the business

Proven problem-solving abilities

Assertiveness, and the ability to drive through change

Excellent team working skills including the ability to work effectively within a geographically disparate team

Advantageous:

SIEM Experience with Elastic Stack (ELK)

Knowledge of ArgoCD, Terraform

Knowledge CI/CD tools Ansible, Circle CI, Jenkins, Parker, Terraform

Knowledge of Offensive testing frameworks

Message processing using Kafka, Rabbit MQ

Knowledge of Linux, Windows and Network Administration

Knowledge and experience of cloud services (public or private), OpenStack and K8S

DevOps qualifications

Knowledge of Telecoms Security Act (TSA)

Knowledge of architectural concepts such as microservices, service mesh.

Strong knowledge of security policy/regulatory frameworks

Experience Required for the Role

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related fields

5+ years experience in a Dev Ops Role demonstrating ownership of a critical platform

Experience leading a Dev Ops squad proving oversight and leadership for the members.

Benefits

On target 10% on target bonus

BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%

From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.

Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.

25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service

24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues

2 weeks carer’s leave

World-class training and development opportunities

Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.

About usBT Group was the world’s first telco and our heritage in the sector is unrivalled. As home to several of the UK’s most recognised and cherished brands – BT, EE, Openreach and Plusnet, we have always played a critical role in creating the future, and we have reached an inflection point in the transformation of our business. Over the next two years, we will complete the UK’s largest and most successful digital infrastructure project – connecting more than 25 million premises to full fibre broadband. Together with our heavy investment in 5G, we play a central role in revolutionising how people connect with each other. While we are through the most capital-intensive phase of our fibre investment, meaning we can reward our shareholders for their commitment and patience, we are absolutely focused on how we organise ourselves in the best way to serve our customers in the years to come. This includes radical simplification of systems, structures, and processes on a huge scale. Together with our application of AI and technology, we are on a path to creating the UK’s best telco, reimagining the customer experience and relationship with one of this country’s biggest infrastructure companies. Change on the scale we will all experience in the coming years is unprecedented. BT Group is committed to being the driving force behind improving connectivity for millions and there has never been a more exciting time to join a company and leadership team with the skills, experience, creativity, and passion to take this company into a new era.A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

Java Developer

Network IT Recruitment

A Java Developer is now sought by a well-established software Company are offering a rare opportunity to become an accomplished Full Stack Developer.Working in a dedicated agile team you will build on your technical skills and work towards the hands-on delivery of both enhanced Back End architecture and Front End user experience. The code you create will directly improve the customer user experience for the Company’s flagship products.As the Java Developer you will be involved in:

Design and code new product features

Contribute to agile workflows

Resolution of issues within the production environment

Java Developer needs a rounded knowledge:

Commercial/Educational experience of data-driven web applications

Java 8+ commercial experience

JavaScript experience

React or similar UI frameworks

PostgreSQL and Spring Boot/JPA/Hibernate

Git version control

As the successful Java Developer, you will be offered a starting salary £35,000 - £38,000, Company pension and healthcare, 25 days holiday and hybrid working.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Java Developer who is looking to join a Company and team who will genuinely develop their skills. Giving you an opportunity to use and grow your current knowledge.

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Software Developer - Senior Consultant (Contractor)

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Ready for a new challenge?Are you looking for work that makes a difference? Do you want to work with people who learn and grow together?If so, Opencast could be the place for you. We’re a growing tech consultancy that creates user-centred solutions for our clients in government and business.The roleWe’re looking for a Contractor in Software Development to help our major clients transform.Software developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, eXtreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation.Our approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice.Working with clients and key stakeholders is a crucial part of a consultancy role. Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. Leaving a client with improved ways of working, working technology and a good experience from discovery through to live is the priority.Contractors at Opencast follow the same principles as permanent consultants. The roles are varied, technical, never confined to any one provider or solution.UK Security Clearance (existing SC clearance or eligibility) is a requirement for our contracting opportunities.Experience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. Therefore, familiarity with the GDS toolkit will be essential.Technical Skills

Expertise in Java and/or Scala is preferred

Experience in other languages such as Springboot, Javascript, Typescript, Kotlin, Python & C# is also valuable

Ability to lead other developers in tackling difficult programming challenges and drive the delivery of a backlog

Ability to contribute to architectural designs

Experience of setting testing strategies to match industry standards

Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards, is beneficial

Being comfortable with new technology, t-shaped and comfortable with ongoing learning and development is key to success.

Experience with agile methodology

A contractor in software development at Opencast is responsible for:

Driving the elaboration of their team’s backlog

Setting testing strategies to match industry standards

Being a technical expert in their team (or acting as the team lead)

Leading the technical representation in a project discovery

Acting as a technical lead in the team, enabling them to achieve their full potential

Day Rate£450 - £600 per day (working inside IR35)Where you’ll workOur hybrid model means everyone at Opencast splits their time between multiple locations, including from our HQ and hub locations, client site or home. Travel is part of life at Opencast, and considers requirements of your work, our clients and your team.We include youWe welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all.InterviewJob interviews are on Microsoft Teams. We’ll make any adjustments to help you. The recruitment process for this role includes pair programming, a values interview, and a technical interview.Want to know more?Visit our website or email careers@opencastsoftware.com.

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