Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer with full-stack experience on a contract basis.

Primary Responsibility:

Develop and maintain scalable, full-stack web applications using Next.js (frontend) and Node.js (backend) Build rich, user-centric interfaces that bring complex business processes to life through clean and responsive UI components Create RESTful using Node.js and TypeORM, with strong data modelling and performance in mind Write modular, maintainable code with comprehensive unit and integration tests, following TDD, using frameworks like Jest and Supertest Design and manage infrastructure components using Docker Compose, Terraform and deploy to AWS services (EC2, ECS, RDS, S3, etc.) Translate UI/UX wireframes into functional front-end code with high attention to performance and accessibility Produce clear and concise technical documentation using DDD Collaborate with Engineers, Product, DevOps, and QA to ensure seamless end-to-end delivery Participate in code reviews, trunk-based development, continuous integration, and agile development practices

Essential Skills:

Strong experience with OO, enterprise integration, microservice and serverless architecture Strong experience with Next.js or React.js, including SSR/ISR concepts Proficiency in Node.js, Express.js/Fastify, and TypeORM or equivalent ORM tools Solid understanding of TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3 Experience working with Docker Compose for local development and containerized deployment Comfortable using AWS services like EC2, ECS, RDS, and S3 Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, error handling, and security best practices Experience with unit and integration testing using tools like Jest, Mocha, or Supertest Proficient using as Git, and CI/CD pipelines

Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MariaDB, GraphQL, or MongoDB Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Biceps) Exposure to Agile/Scrum development practices Prior experience in building isomorphic/universal React applications Experience with mobile-first design or progressive web apps (PWAs)

We're also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like;

Ability to identify and pick up new technologies and operating systems quickly Ability to work effectively with remote teams in different time zones Ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: 400.00-500.00 per day

Benefits:

Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you have strong experience with OO, enterprise integration, microservice and serverless architecture? Can you demonstrate full-stack experience? What is your current availability to start? What is your desired day rate?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Longbridge, B31 2UQ