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

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.