Lead Software Developers

Role: Lead Software Developer (Consultancy) Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: 6 Months Location: Hybrid / Remote (UK Based)

The Opportunity

We are looking for a high caliber Lead Software Developer to join a critical Health Programme via a leading consultancy. This is a chance to work on large scale public health infrastructure that impacts millions of citizens.

You will lead the technical direction for a squad of developers, ensuring high quality delivery while navigating complex architectural challenges within a high compliance environment.

The Technical Stack

The ideal candidate will be a specialist in Node.js and TypeScript, with deep expertise in modern cloud-native architecture.

• Core: Node.js, TypeScript (Lead-level experience is essential).
• Cloud and Infrastructure: Comprehensive AWS knowledge, specifically Lambda, ECR, S3, SQS, and EC2.
• IaC and Orchestration: Terraform, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Database: DocumentDB (DocDB).
• DevOps/Tooling: GitLab and robust CI/CD pipeline management.

To be successful in this role, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• Public Sector Experience: A proven track record of delivering digital services within the NHS or broader Public Sector.
• Central Government Experience: Extensive experience working within Central Government, strictly adhering to GDS (Government Digital Service) standards.

Key Leadership Skills:

• Experience mentoring mid-to-senior developers and conducting rigorous code reviews.
• The ability to bridge the gap between technical stakeholders and non-technical product owners.
• A "Security-First" mindset, essential for handling sensitive health data.

Next Steps

If you have the required Lead-level experience in Node.js and a background in GDS/Public Sector delivery, we want to hear from you.