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Software Developer (Frontend/Node.js) - Public Sector

Stealth IT Consulting
18 minutes ago
Contract
Newcastle Upon Tyne
United Kingdom

Location: Newcastle (1 day per month on-site)
Rate: £400 per day
Contract: Inside IR35/Contract
Sector: Public Sector

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Software Developer to join a high-profile public sector programme delivering digital services that make a real impact. You'll work within a collaborative agile team, helping to design, build and maintain scalable web applications used by thousands of users.

This is an excellent opportunity for a developer with strong Frontend and Node.js expertise who enjoys working in modern engineering environments and contributing to meaningful public sector projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain responsive, accessible web applications.
  • Build and enhance Front End solutions using modern JavaScript frameworks.
  • Design and develop Back End services using Node.js.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers and Technical Architects.
  • Contribute to code reviews and engineering best practices.
  • Work within Agile delivery teams to deliver high-quality software.
  • Support continuous integration and continuous deployment processes.
  • Ensure solutions meet public sector accessibility and security standards.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong commercial experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Proven experience with modern Front End frameworks (React preferred).
  • Strong Back End development experience using Node.js.
  • Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based environments (AWS or Azure).
  • Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams.
  • Understanding of software engineering best practices, testing and CI/CD.

Desirable Experience

  • Previous experience working in the public sector or government environments.
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG).
  • Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker.
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive £400 per day contract rate.
  • Flexible hybrid working model with only one day per month on-site in Newcastle.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful public sector digital transformation programmes.
  • Collaborative and supportive delivery environment.
  • Long-term contract potential.

Apply

If you're a Software Developer with strong Frontend and Node.js experience and are looking for a flexible contract opportunity within the public sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration.