Summary: The role of Backend Developer involves contributing to a significant infrastructure transformation project for a major UK retail bank over an initial 24-month contract. The position is remote-first, requiring UK-based candidates, and focuses on modernizing backend systems, enhancing APIs, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The developer will work within a small team and is expected to have strong experience in Node.js and AWS technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure Back End services using Node.js and AWS.
• Implement AWS CDK and Lambda to optimize infrastructure deployment.
• Enhance API integrations and financial transaction processes to support FCFS requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security and compliance measures.
• Maintain and improve NoSQL databases and other Back End services.
• Contribute to system design discussions and architectural decisions.
• Ensure code quality, testing, and documentation standards are met.

Key Skills:

• Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• AWS stack (CDK, Lambda, and other AWS services) - core expertise required.
• Experience working with NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of APIs and Back End integrations.
• Familiarity with React (for potential collaboration with Front End teams).
• Experience using GitHub for version control and collaboration.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: City of London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT