Frontend Developer (Node.js/TypeScript)

Scrumconnect Consulting; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Ltd is seeking an experienced Frontend Developer to build accessible, high-quality digital services for UK government clients using JavaScript, TypeScript and Node.js to deliver the user-facing layer and associated APIs in line with GDS standards. Based in Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester, this permanent, full-time role places you in an agile, multidisciplinary team.

You’ll work on Express or Fastify backends, write tests with Jest or Mocha, and ensure WCAG accessibility across

Qualifications

• Strong, hands-on experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Experience with Express or Fastify and API design.
• Experience writing tests with Jest or Mocha.
• Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases and Redis.
• Experience deploying on AWS and Azure and building CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of WCAG, GDS standards and accessibility testing.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain accessible, responsive user interfaces and server-side applications.
• Develop with Express or Fastify and Nunjucks templates where used.
• Build and consume API microservices.
• Work with databases and caching strategies.
• Write automated tests and practice TDD.
• Follow GOV.UK Design System and meet the Service Standard.
• Ensure accessibility and testing with assistive tech.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments (AWS/Azure).
• Review code and mentor teammates.
• Collaborate with designers, researchers and delivery teams.
• Investigate defects and support live services.

Skills

JavaScript ES6+

TypeScript

Node.js

Express or Fastify

Testing Jest Mocha

SQL NoSQL databases

Redis

AWS & Azure

CI/CD pipelines

WCAG & GDS standards

Agile teamwork

Strong communication

Tools

Docker

Terraform

CI/CD tooling

AWS services

Job description

Job Description

Frontend Developer (Node.js/TypeScript)

Location: Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £75,000 per annum, plus benefits

Security Clearance: BPSS check required

Start Date: ASAP

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Frontend Developer to build accessible, high-quality digital services for UK government clients. You'll work in a multidisciplinary agile team, using JavaScript, TypeScript and Node.js to build the user-facing layer of services and the APIs behind it, in line with GDS standards and patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain accessible, responsive user interfaces and Server Side applications using JavaScript, TypeScript and Node.js.
• Develop with Express or Fastify, and with Nunjucks templates where the service uses them.
• Build and consume API microservices.
• Work with SQL or NoSQL databases, and use Redis for caching and session handling.
• Write automated tests with Jest or Mocha, and practise test-driven development.
• Follow the GOV.UK Design System and GDS standards and patterns, and meet the GDS Service Standard.
• Make sure services meet WCAG accessibility standards, and test with assistive technology.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, and deploy services on AWS and Azure.
• Review code, share good practice and support colleagues.
• Work with designers, user researchers, content designers and delivery teams to deliver iteratively.
• Investigate and fix defects, and support services in live.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• BPSS check required.
• Strong, hands-on experience of JavaScript, TypeScript and Node.js.
• Experience with Express or Fastify.
• Experience writing tests with Jest or Mocha.
• Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Redis and with building or using API microservices.
• Experience working with AWS and Azure, and with CI/CD pipelines.
• Good knowledge of WCAG accessibility and of GDS standards and patterns.
• Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience with Nunjucks.
• Experience delivering services through GDS phases and service assessments.
• Experience with the GOV.UK Frontend and Design System in live services.
• Docker and infrastructure as code (for example Terraform).

Experience Mentoring Other Developers.

Why Join Scrumconnect Ltd?

At Scrumconnect, we are more than just a consultancy. We are a collaborative team focused on delivering impactful digital transformation services across government and enterprise organisations.

As Part Of Our Team, You Will Benefit From

• Exposure to major public sector digital transformation programmes.
• A collaborative and inclusive working culture.
• Opportunities for learning, development and certification.
• Hands-on experience working within agile delivery environments.

Scrumconnect Ltd is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.