Backend Developer Node.js - Permanent - London or Leeds, UK (Hybrid)

Job Description

The role requires strong technical expertise in software development, cloud platforms, DevOps, and security , alongside the ability to align solutions with business and government digital standards.

Key Aspects of the Role:

1. Software Development

• Hands-on coding using Node.js (JavaScript & TypeScript) .
• Working with Front End frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js .
• Designing and developing APIs and cloud-based applications .

2. Cloud & DevOps

• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP .
• Working with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization.
• Setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.

3. Architecture & Technical Strategy

• Supporting migration of Legacy systems to modern architectures.
• Implementing secure coding and cybersecurity best practices .

4. Database Management

• Working with SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, CosmosDB) .

5. Quality Assurance & Maintenance

• Conducting testing, debugging, and performance optimization .
• Reducing technical debt and maintaining software documentation.

Essential Skills

• Strong hands-on coding in Node.js (TypeScript & JavaScript) .
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• DevOps & automation (CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Database expertise (SQL & NoSQL).
• Security & best coding practices .

Desirable Qualifications

• Certifications (AWS, Azure).
• Agile experience (JIRA, Confluence).
• Public sector/finance experience .

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