Full Stack Engineer

Experis UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is looking for a Full Stack Developer to join their team in the public sector. The role requires strong skills in both front-end and back-end development, focusing on innovative solutions for government projects. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain UK security clearance to Developed Vetting (DV) level. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on Defence & Security projects while collaborating with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Proficient in modern front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Strong skills in server-side logic using languages such as Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, including data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust web applications for public sector projects.
• Contribute to the software development lifecycle in collaboration with teams.
• Create responsive user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

React

Node.js

Python

Job description

Location

Bristol, Cambridge, London, Manchester

Position Summary

Connect to your Industry

Do you want to be at the heart of some of the biggest and most ambitious programmes undertaken to keep our country safe?

We are proud of the impact we have with our Defence & Security clients, the strength of our relationships, and the variety of our skills and expertise that we bring to help them achieve their mission.

We’re growing our teams across all of Technology & Transformation. If you are cleared to DV level, and want to grow your career in this sector, we are very keen to hear from you.

Connect to your career

We drive progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.

What brings us all together? It’s how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words : our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values guide every decision we make and action we take, helping us deliver impact where it matters most.

Connect to your opportunity

We're looking for people who are natural initiative-takers—individuals who bring out the best in others, are brilliant listeners, and can help grow our business without compromising standards, integrity, or culture.

Full Stack Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team in the public sector. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both front-end and back-end development, with a focus on creating innovative and efficient solutions for government-related projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining web applications that address the unique challenges and requirements of Defence & Security.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust web applications for public sector projects.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Create responsive user interfaces using modern front-end technologies and frameworks.
• Develop secure and efficient server-side logic using relevant languages and frameworks.
• Implement security best practices, ensuring compliance with government regulations.
• Conduct regular security assessments and collaborate to address vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain well-documented RESTful APIs for seamless system communication.
• Work with project managers, UX / UI designers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specifications.
• Communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders to align with project goals.

Connect to your skills and professional experience

All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) UK security clearance to Developed Vetting (DV) level.

Essential skills

• Proficient in modern front-end technologies : HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong skills in server-side logic using languages such as Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including data modelling for government applications.
• Proficient in analyzing complex issues and implementing effective solutions for public sector challenges.
• Flexibility to navigate changing project requirements in a dynamic public sector environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts; ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.

Desirable skills

• Familiarity with government processes, policies, and systems, enhancing the ability to tailor solutions to public sector needs.
• Understanding of UX principles to create applications that are accessible and user-friendly for government officials and the public.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain well-documented RESTful APIs for seamless system communication.
• Experience with implementing and adhering to security best practices for government data.