Backend Developer (AWS / DevOps)

We’re seeking an experienced Backend Developer to join a high-impact engineering team working on secure, large-scale cloud-based applications. This role is ideal for someone with a strong software development foundation, solid DevOps experience, and deep AWS expertise — particularly with Lambda.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services within a cloud-native AWS environment.
• Work closely with DevOps engineers to automate and optimize CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement serverless architectures using AWS Lambda and other AWS services.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of system reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Support infrastructure management through Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across distributed systems.

Core Skills & Experience

• Strong backend software development background — with proven experience in modern programming languages (Node.js preferred, but open to others such as Python, Java, or C#).
• Hands-on DevOps experience (CI/CD, monitoring, automation, and containerization).
• AWS expertise:
• Essential: AWS Lambda
• Desirable: AWS Connect, API Gateway, CloudFormation, or similar services.
• Sound understanding of software engineering principles, clean code, and secure coding practices.
• Experience working within Agile delivery environments.

Role Details

• 📍 Location: London or Leeds (Hybrid – approx. 40% on-site)
• 📅 Start Date: October / November 2024
• ⏳ Duration: 6-Month Contract (with strong view to extend)
• 🔐 Clearance: SC Eligible essential – must have 5+ years of continuous UK residency
• 💼 Engagement Type: Contract

If you’re an experienced Backend Developer who thrives in a DevOps-driven AWS ecosystem and wants to contribute to a meaningful, high-profile project — I’d love to hear from you.