Javascript Developer

Node/JavaScript Developer - Permanent - SC Eligible

Location: Remote with Ad-Hoc travel to Newcastle

Salary to £55,000 Benefits

SC Eligibility essential

Stealth iT is currently to hire experienced Node.js / JavaScript Developer to support a major digital transformation programme within the Public Sector alongside a leading client in the consulting space.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining scalable, secure, cloud-native applications and services within an Agile delivery environment.

A key requirement is strong hands-on development experience with Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript and AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK), alongside experience delivering solutions within AWS environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs using Node.js and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Build and manage AWS cloud infrastructure using AWS CDK and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Implement automated deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools.
• Work with AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB and CloudWatch.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with DevOps Engineers, Architects, Business Analysts and Product Managers.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews and technical design discussions.
• Ensure applications meet security, accessibility and performance requirements.
• Support delivery aligned with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong commercial experience developing applications using Node.js and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Hands-on AWS CDK experience – essential.
• Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications within AWS.
• Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code and automated provisioning.
• Experience developing REST APIs and microservices.
• Knowledge of AWS Lambda, API Gateway, S3 and DynamoDB.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Familiarity with Git and modern software development practices.
• Experience working within Agile delivery teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience delivering digital services within the public sector although no essential
• Experience with Terraform, Docker or Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of serverless architecture and event-driven systems.
• Experience with Jest, Mocha or other JavaScript testing frameworks.