Contract Senior Software Engineer

Contract Senior Software Engineer

Posted 1 week ago by IO Associates

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£450 Per day
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Hybrid
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services (AWS) Azure Cloud Services Azure Kubernetes Service Cloud Computing Cloud Services Cloud Technology Docker (Software) Java (Programming Language) Kubernetes Microsoft Azure Node.js Nodes (Networking) Software Development Spring Boot

Summary: iO Associates is seeking three Senior Software Engineers to join a UK Government department for a 24-month programme starting in September 2025. The role requires a hybrid working arrangement with 2 to 3 days per week on-site in Newcastle. Candidates should possess strong experience in Java and Node.js development, along with proficiency in cloud services and Agile methodologies. The position is classified as inside IR35 with a daily rate of £450.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the delivery of a 2-year programme for a UK Government department.
  • Collaborate with Agile delivery teams to meet project goals.
  • Utilize Java and Node.js for software development.
  • Implement solutions using Spring Boot, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Work with AWS or Azure cloud services.
  • Ensure compliance with GDS standards in project delivery.

Key Skills:

  • Strong commercial experience in Java and Node.js development.
  • Proficiency with Spring Boot.
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in a production environment.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud services.
  • Demonstrated experience working in Agile delivery teams.
  • Previous experience delivering to GDS standards.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Salary (Rate): £450 per day

City: Newcastle upon Tyne

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

iO Associates are partnered with a UK Government department on their search for 3x Senior Software Engineers to support the delivery of a 2-year programme.

Start: September 2025
Location: Newcastle (Hybrid; 2 to 3 days per week onsite)
Duration: 24 months
Rate: £450 per day, Inside IR35

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Strong commercial experience in Java and Node.js development
  • Proficiency with Spring Boot
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in a production environment
  • Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud services
  • Demonstrated experience working in Agile delivery teams
  • Previous experience delivering to GDS standards
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

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