Senior Software Developer

SmartSourcing Ltd; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A proactive IT services provider is looking for a Senior Software Developer for a hybrid role in the Liverpool area. You will lead the development of user-friendly web services that comply with Government Digital Service standards. This position requires expert-level Java skills, experience with Spring Boot, and the ability to mentor junior developers. The role is set for an immediate start, offering a competitive daily rate, making it an exciting opportunity to impact public sector digital solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven senior‑level development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide team members.
• Hands‑on experience building services that meet GDS standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development of dynamic, user‑friendly web forms and services.
• Ensuring solutions meet accessibility, security, and performance standards.
• Coaching and mentoring junior developers within an agile team.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality digital services.

Skills

Java (expert-level)

Spring Boot/Spring MVC

Azure DevOps

GDS experience

Accessibility standards

Security standards

Performance standards

Job description

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER - HYBRID/LIVERPOOL - RATE 510 PD INSIDE IR35 - 3 months INITIALLY - IMMEDIATE START

Location: Liverpool (Hybrid- 2 days/week on‑site)

SmartSourcing Ltd is seeking a Senior Software Developer with strong hands‑on experience and a passion for mentoring others. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high‑impact digital services that align with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the development of dynamic, user‑friendly web forms and services.
• Ensuring solutions meet accessibility, security, and performance standards.
• Coaching and mentoring junior developers within an agile team.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality digital services.

Tech Stack and Skills:

• Java (expert‑level)
• Spring Boot/Spring MVC
• Azure DevOps
• GDS experience – essential
• Strong understanding of accessibility, security, and performance in public sector digital services.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven senior‑level development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide team members.
• Hands‑on experience building services that meet GDS (Government Digital Service) standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

IF THIS IS YOU, THEN PLEASE APPLY ONLINE TODAY

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