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Lead Software Developer

Stealth IT ConsultingUnited Kingdom🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 6 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Lead Software Developer role offers a fantastic opportunity to build a critical GOV.UK service, honing your skills in Node.js, AWS, and modern CI/CD practices within a supportive agile team. If you're a mid-senior developer with a user-first mindset and a passion for impactful public sector technology, you'll thrive here, with the flexibility of remote work and a competitive daily rate. Apply today to make a real difference!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
United Kingdom
DockerMongoDBNode.jsAWSOWASPAgileAzureGitGitHub ActionsJestJiraPostgreSQLRESTRedisVitest

Job Description

Lead Software Developer

Rate: £560/day (Inside IR35)
Clearance: BPSS
Location: Remote
Sector: Public Sector

Project Overview
An agile project addressing the County Parish Holding (CPH) registration process for livestock keepers, currently entering Private Beta. You'll help build a GOV.UK Front End service and supporting APIs that integrate with existing government systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prototype and develop a GOV.UK Front End service
  • Build APIs to receive, process, and integrate data with existing government systems
  • Work within a wider agile team to plan development activities
  • Develop, test, and review code within a small development team

Required Technical Skills

  • Node.js, HAPI
  • REST, OpenAPI
  • PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
  • Jest, Vitest
  • Git, GitHub
  • AWS
  • Docker
  • GitHub Actions (CI/CD)
  • Jira, Azure DevOps
  • AI-assisted coding tools (eg GitHub Copilot) alongside code review/quality controls
  • Awareness of secure development practices (vulnerability scanning, OWASP)

Personal Attributes

  • User-first mindset, evidence-based service design
  • Writes open-by-default, reusable code
  • Strong at breaking down work and defining acceptance criteria

If this matches your skills and experience, please apply today!

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