Software Engineer – Public Services (Node.js & Cloud)

DWP Digital; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government department is seeking a Software Engineer skilled in Node.js/JavaScript to enhance access to public services in the UK. The role includes developing resilient digital solutions using APIs and cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. Offering a competitive salary of £44,447 to £59,813 and a hybrid working model, this position promotes professional development and has generous holiday packages. Join a pioneering team dedicated to improving public services for millions.

Benefits

Time off for volunteering

Professional development opportunities

Generous holiday leave

Qualifications

• Strong experience with developing in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Hands-on experience building robust automated test suites to support continuous deployment.
• Ability to build accessible and scalable software.

Responsibilities

• Help transform how people access essential public services.
• Develop, build, and support products using open source technology.
• Collaborate in multi-functional agile delivery teams.

Skills

APIs, RESTful services

Microservice architectures

Cloud environments (AWS, Azure)

TDD/BDD

SQL and NoSQL databases (Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB)

Agile development practices

Job description

A leading government department is seeking a Software Engineer skilled in Node.js/JavaScript to enhance access to public services in the UK. The role includes developing resilient digital solutions using APIs and cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. Offering a competitive salary of £44,447 to £59,813 and a hybrid working model, this position promotes professional development and has generous holiday packages. Join a pioneering team dedicated to improving public services for millions.