AI Software Developer - MERN Stack
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
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The Opportunity
We're working with a stealth-mode legal tech startup that's transforming how small firms manage compliance. They're nearing MVP on an AI-driven platform that automates residential conveyancing checks-blending legal precision with smart automation. They're now looking for a MERN Stack Software Developer to help bring this platform to life.
The Role
You'll be part of a small, focused engineering team building secure, scalable applications from scratch. This is a hands-on role where you'll contribute across the stack-writing clean code, shaping infrastructure, and helping take the product to production.
Key Responsibilities
Develop frontend components using React, TypeScript, and TailwindCSS
Build backend APIs with Node.js, Express, and Mongoose
Manage AWS S3 for secure document storage and retrieval
Support the transition to a secure, self-hosted infrastructure
Contribute to the development of digital document signing tools with strong authentication flows
What We're Looking For
A degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
Commercial experience (or personal projects) using the MERN stack
Strong frontend skills with React, TailwindCSS, and TypeScript
Confident working with backend frameworks like Express and databases like MongoDB
Experience deploying to cloud environments, particularly AWS
Bonus: familiarity with the OpenAI API or Azure AI services
A proactive communicator who takes ownership of their work and delivery
Tech Stack
React.js, TailwindCSS, TypeScript
Node.js, Express.js, Mongoose
MongoDB, AWS S3
OpenAI API (bonus), Azure AI (bonus)
Why This Role
Build an early-stage product with tangible real-world impact
Collaborate closely with founders and key decision-makers
Flexible working environment and competitive salary
A chance to help define the technical foundation of a promising legal tech platform
Let's Talk
We can share additional insights into the product roadmap and team dynamics. This is a standout opportunity for a motivated technologist keen to build something meaningful.
If you're interested, reach out to Ryan Quinn on LinkedIn or send your CV to