Full Stack Developer (Contract)
Posted Today by Softwire
£600 Per day
Outside
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Full Stack Developer on a contract basis, working within a Government department to support the rollout of a new Database. The position requires expertise in Kotlin or Java and familiarity with Spring GDS design systems, with a focus on delivering high-quality technical solutions. The developer will collaborate with stakeholders and team members to innovate and improve both new and legacy systems. The contract is outside IR35, with a competitive daily rate offered.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the rollout of a new Database within a Government department.
- Deliver high-quality technical solutions using Kotlin (or Java) and Spring GDS design systems.
- Collaborate with designers and product owners to meet user needs.
- Maintain high standards of visual quality, accessibility, and performance.
- Adapt to fast-paced and changing environments.
Key Skills:
- Proficiency in Kotlin or Java.
- Experience with Spring GDS design systems.
- Familiarity with AWS and Terraform (nice to have).
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.
Salary (Rate): £600 daily
City: London Area
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Full Stack Developer - Outside IR35 - Contract - SC ESSENTIAL
A rare opportunity to join our fast-growing technology company selling high-value software development services. You will be working within a Government department as part of an existing team to support the rollout of a new Database. Must have Kotlin (or, less preferably, Java) Spring GDS design system Nice to have AWS Terraform Thymeleaf
Your approach
You are passionate about delivering great technical quality, whether building greenfield solutions or improving the quality of legacy systems You hold your work to a high standard, with careful attention to visual quality, accessibility, and performance. You are excited by helping stakeholders achieve their goals through use of technology You enjoy collaborating with designers and product owners to innovate and devise great technical solutions to meet user needs You are comfortable with ambiguity and fast-paced, changing environments
£500-600 per day outside IR35
Start date: 25/05/2026
End date: 07/09/2026
About Softwire
Softwire is a leading UK technology and strategy consultancy. From enterprise to government, we help visionary organisations turn strategic ambitions into results at scale. Our practices cover AI transformation, data platforms, systems engineering advanced CX and experience design.