Job: Software DeveloperLocation: Hybrid - EdinburghContract: 6 months, ASAP startHours: 37 hours per weekRate: £450 per dayOutside IR35Basic Disclosure RequiredAre you an experienced Software Developer looking for your next challenge?We are seeking a skilled developer to join our client's team for a 6-month contract, working on key financial system upgrades, invoicing service improvements, and procurement and supplier payment solutions. This hybrid role offers flexibility, with a mix of on-site work in Edinburgh and remote working options.Key Responsibilities:

Development and delivery of financial systems upgrade, invoicing service improvements, and procurement/supplier payment improvements.
Ongoing development and support of products in line with architecture roadmaps and product evolution.
Contribute to continuous discovery and innovation around finance system solutions.
Ensure high-quality, maintainable code using collaborative development practices such as pairing and code reviews.
Troubleshoot and resolve development and production problems across various environments, from modern AWS stacks to legacy systems.
Engage in team collaboration and wider communities of practice to share knowledge and refine processes.
Mentor and coach team members, fostering skill development and best practices.
Support out of hours production and software patching as required.

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

AWS experience including CDK, Serverless (Lambda), S3, API Gateway, CloudFormation, Aurora/Postgres
Development languages and frameworks - TypeScript / Node.js, Java / JEE / JakartaEE
Oracle and SQL
Modern JavaScript UI frameworks (React)
Strong HTML/CSS with an awareness of accessibility standards
Commercial expertise in delivering high-quality software in cross-functional teams
Front and back-end development with modern practices like TDD and CI/CD
Developing within Digital First or GDS quality standards
Using testing tools for unit and system test automation
Service and event-based architectures
Cloud monitoring tools such as CloudWatch Dashboards
Designing and implementing solutions for software development projects.
Creating solutions using human-centred, inclusive design practices.
Incremental replacement of enterprise legacy systems.
Clear communication of technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Agile working models and collaborating with development teams to produce high-quality code.
Strong understanding of UI pattern libraries and ensuring consistent, accessible interfaces.
Mentoring and supporting team members in collaborative development environments.

If you have a strong background in software development with experience across AWS, Node.js, Java, and front-end frameworks, and you're looking to take on an exciting role in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you!