Backend/Infrastructure Developer

Infastructure/ Backend Developer

Contract Type: 6-month initial engagement
Start Date: 1st December 2025
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Rate: £350 per day (Inside IR35)
Clearance Required: BPSS prior to start

MUST HAVE NHS OR GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCE

Role Overview
The client is seeking a mid-to-senior level contractor with strong backend and infrastructure development experience. The successful candidate will work on maintaining and upgrading a legacy Java/Oracle system, collaborating with existing developers to gain domain knowledge and contribute to modernisation efforts using cloud-based technologies.

Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and enhance a monolithic Java application with an Oracle PL/SQL database
* Pair with existing developers to understand system architecture and business processes
* Contribute to modernisation efforts and cloud-based development practices
* Provide 3rd line support and develop tools to streamline support operations
* Apply test-driven development and CI/CD methodologies in an Agile environment

The ideal candidate will:
* Have strong backend development experience, ideally with SQL and RDS
* Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for working with data
* Be comfortable working with legacy Oracle PL/SQL code and motivated to improve it
* View legacy systems as an opportunity to gain valuable domain knowledge
* Embrace 3rd line support responsibilities and seek ways to automate and improve support processes
* Be proficient in test-driven development and collaborative Agile practices
* Have familiarity with Python or a willingness to learn it
* Exhibit strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Please send a copy of your CV of you're interested