Full Stack Software Engineer / Developer

TrueNorth®; United States; Remote; GBP 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

TrueNorth® is seeking an experienced Full Stack Software Engineer to join a public sector programme on a contract basis. The role is remote with UK-based eligibility and mid-October start through end-March/April, with potential extension.

You'll work across the full stack using Node.js and Java, AWS and Terraform, and apply the GOV.UK Design System and Prototype Kit, with a focus on accessible front-ends, robust back-end services, and automated testing (Jest, BDD/Gherkin) in an agile team.

Qualifications

• Strong full stack experience across Node and Java ecosystems.
• Proven experience building services using the GOV.UK Design System and Prototype Kit.
• Experience with AWS and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Solid understanding of testing best practices including Jest and BDD/Gherkin.
• Comfortable working in agile, multidisciplinary teams.
• BPSS clearance - or willing and eligible to undergo checks.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on role across the full stack, from front-end interfaces to back-end services and cloud infra.
• Develop and maintain scalable services with a focus on accessibility and performance.
• Collaborate in agile, multidisciplinary teams to deliver digital public services.

Skills

Node.js

Java

Tools

GOV.UK Design System

Prototype Kit

AWS

Terraform

Job description

Full Stack Software Engineer / Developer - Contract

Duration: Mid-October to End of March / April

Location: Remote - No travel required (UK Based Candidates Only)

Clearance: BPSS required (must be eligible)

We are looking for an experienced Full Stack Developer to join a major public sector programme delivering critical digital services.

This is a hands‑on role working across the full stack, from front-end user interfaces built to high accessibility standards, through to back-end services and cloud infrastructure.

What you'll be working with:

Back End: Java, Spring Boot, Scripting

Data: MongoDB

DevOps & Cloud: AWS, Terraform

About you:

• Strong full stack experience across Node and Java ecosystems
• Proven experience building services using the GOV.UK Design System and Prototype Kit
• Experience with AWS and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
• Solid understanding of testing best practices including Jest and BDD/Gherkin
• Comfortable working in agile, multidisciplinary teams
• BPSS clearance - or willing and eligible to undergo checks

Immediate start from mid-October, running until end of March / April with potential for extension.