Software Engineer/DevOps Contractor - Node.js, Python, AWS

Software Engineer/DevOps Contractor - Node.js, Python, AWS
Fully Remote or Dublin, Ireland | Outside IR35 | 6 months | 3 Days per Week | ASAP Start

Contract: Initial 6 months
Location: Fully remote or Dublin, Ireland
Hours: part time, 3 days per week/approx. 24 hours - flexible on days
IR35: Outside IR35 (Where applicable)
Start: ASAP
Rate: Negotiable, depending on experience

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer/DevOps Contractor to support a global professional services organisation on a fully remote, part time contract.

This is a hands-on role covering Back End software development, AWS cloud operations, DevOps automation and CI/CD support. The client needs someone who can onboard quickly, work independently, and add value from week one.

The role is ideal for a senior contractor who enjoys varied technical work across Node.js, Python, AWS, Docker, Ansible, Linux, Jenkins and Bitbucket.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining Back End services and APIs using Node.js and Python
• Working with Python frameworks such as Flask and/or FastAPI
• Supporting AWS infrastructure across EC2, RDS and Elastic Beanstalk
• Maintaining Docker/container environments and registry tooling
• Creating and maintaining Ansible playbooks for automation and configuration management
• Supporting Linux infrastructure, service management, patching and Shell Scripting
• Maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Bitbucket
• Supporting DevOps, cloud and automation projects
• Documenting systems and providing knowledge transfer during the contract

Key skills required:

• Strong hands-on software engineering background
• Production experience with Node.js and Python
• Backend API development experience
• Hands-on AWS infrastructure experience
• Strong Docker and containerisation experience
• Strong Ansible automation experience
• Linux administration/Shell Scripting
• CI/CD pipeline experience with Jenkins and Bitbucket
• Comfortable working with Jira and Agile delivery processes
• Able to work independently with minimal handholding

Nice to have (Not Essential):

• AWS certification
• Previous contract experience
• Java/Maven exposure
• VMware experience
• CloudFormation/Tower migration experience
• Cloud security, compliance, data governance or BI tooling awareness

Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration on the position: Software Engineer/DevOps Contractor - Node.js, Python, AWS