Full job descriptionFor one of our leading public sector clients, we are searching for experienced freelance Software Engineers (SC Cleared) to support a major digital transformation programme within the UK Government. You’ll join a newly formed team responsible for building and delivering a critical service that enables the secure exchange of tax information. This is a hands-on full stack engineering role focused on AWS-based development, API integration and production delivery.

Role Responsibilities:*Design, develop and deploy secure, scalable cloud-native applications using AWS services
*Build and enhance services that enable the exchange of tax information between systems
*Develop backend services, APIs and integrations using Java and AWS technologies
*Contribute across the full software development lifecycle from design through to production deployment
*Work closely with Test Engineers to ensure high levels of quality, automation and service reliability
*Collaborate with platform, connectivity and legacy system teams to deliver integrated solutions
*Work within agile, multidisciplinary teams delivering services into Beta and Live environments
Requirements*Proven experience as a Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer or Software Developer within complex technology environments
*Strong AWS development experience across cloud-native architectures and services
*Commercial experience developing applications using Java
*Experience designing, building and integrating REST APIs and API Gateway solutions
*Front-end development experience using HTML5 and modern web technologies
*Strong understanding of software testing, automation and quality engineering principles
*Experience working within Agile delivery teams and modern engineering practices
*Experience delivering secure, high-availability production services
*Previous public sector, government or highly regulated industry experience is desirable
Role Details*Location: Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle (supplier offices can be utilised)
*Working Pattern: Hybrid working with 60% office attendance expected
*Delivery Phase: Beta/Live
*Clearance: Active SC Clearance
*Contract: Freelance / Contract
*SFIA Level: SFIA 4