Software Developer Contract

Project overview

Contract: 6 Months

Responsibilities

Essential Requirements

Contract Details

If you're a skilled React/Next.js developer looking to contribute to a major government digital transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you.

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality software solutions that meet user needs
• Write clean, secure and well-tested code using a test-driven development (TDD) approach
• Develop reusable, maintainable code that is open by default and easy for others to build upon
• Follow and contribute to engineering standards, best practices and coding guidelines
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver user-centred digital services
• Support, troubleshoot and improve live services in production
• Identify and resolve technical issues while ensuring system reliability and performance
• Mentor and coach junior developers, sharing knowledge and promoting engineering excellence
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across development teams
• Demonstrable experience as a Software Developer operating at SFIA Level 4 or 5
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices
• Experience delivering secure, scalable and maintainable applications
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a remote-first environment
• 6-month initial contract
• Up to £500 per day
• Inside IR35
• Remote working
• Occasional travel to London

Project details

Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Remote, with occasional travel to London

We are seeking experienced Software Developers (SFIA Level 4 & 5) to join a high-profile government transformation programme focused on the future of low-value imports into the UK. This strategic initiative is delivering a modern, secure and scalable digital service that will support traders, online marketplaces and carriers in meeting customs obligations while enhancing compliance and reducing fraud.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a large-scale digital transformation project, contributing to services that will have a significant impact on customs operations and border processes.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong commercial experience in UI Development
• Proven expertise with React and Next.js
• Experience creating and working from HTML wireframes
• Knowledge of API mocking frameworks
• Experience building responsive, accessible and user-focused web applications
• Familiarity with modern development practices, including Agile delivery environments
• Start: ASAP
• Duration: 6 Months
• Location: London, UK, GB
• Rate: 63-63 EUR/h