We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Developer with proven expertise in delivering services aligned with UK Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. You will play a critical role in designing, building, and scaling secure, accessible, and user-centric digital services for public sector or GDS-aligned environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and develop cloud-native applications using Java (Spring Boot) and AWS
- Build responsive, accessible Front End applications using React and GOV.UK Design System
- Deliver services aligned with GDS Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice
- Lead development across all phases: Discovery, Alpha, Beta, and Live
- Ensure compliance with accessibility (WCAG 2.1) and performance standards
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, and User Researchers in agile teams
- Integrate with GOV.UK platforms (Pay, Notify, One Login)
- Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor team members
- Ensure security, scalability, and resilience of applications
- Strong experience in one or more languages:
- Java/Node.js/Python/.NET
- Java/Node.js/Python/.NET
- Frontend experience with:
- React/Angular/Vue.js
- React/Angular/Vue.js
- Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
- Cloud platforms: AWS/Azure/GCP (preferably AWS for GDS projects)
- Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
- CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI
GDS-Specific Experience
- Hands-on experience delivering projects aligned with UK GDS standards
- Strong understanding of:
- Service Manual
- Technology Code of Practice
- Design System (GOV.UK Design System)
- Service Manual
- Experience preparing for and passing GDS service assessments
- Familiarity with public sector procurement and delivery environments
Soft Skills
- Strong stakeholder communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced, agile teams
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
- Passion for building user-centric digital services
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements.
As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Skills Required
- Active SC security clearance
- Hands-on experience delivering projects aligned with UK GDS standards
- Experience preparing for and passing GDS service assessments
- Strong experience in one or more languages: Java, Node.js, Python, .NET
- Frontend experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js and GOV.UK Design System
- Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) — preferably AWS
- Containerization with Docker and Kubernetes
- CI/CD experience with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI and pipeline implementation
- Experience ensuring accessibility (WCAG 2.1) and performance standards
- Experience integrating with GOV.UK platforms (Pay, Notify, One Login)
- Strong stakeholder communication, leadership, and agile teamwork skills
- Experience conducting code reviews, enforcing best practices, and mentoring team members
What We Do
Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK national SME and award-winning software development consultancy with more than 300 consultants across the UK. It works with public-sector clients to build impactful digital services that improve millions of lives, combining design, engineering, and AI expertise. The company emphasizes experienced consultants, collaboration, knowledge-sharing, problem-solving, and a culture focused on sustaining innovation for its customers.
