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Greater Manchester - £500.0 - £550.0 per Day Contract Posted by: Talent International Posted: Friday, 23 January 2026
 
 

Job Description:

Lead Software Developer (Node.js/TypeScript)

Role: Lead Software Developer (Consultancy)
Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Location: Hybrid/Remote (UK Based)

The Opportunity

We are looking for a high calibre Lead Software Developer to join a critical Health Programme via a leading consultancy. This is a chance to work on large scale public health infrastructure that impacts millions of citizens.

You will lead the technical direction for a squad of developers, ensuring high quality delivery while navigating complex architectural challenges within a high compliance environment.

The Technical Stack

The ideal candidate will be a specialist in Node.js and TypeScript, with deep expertise in modern cloud-native architecture.

  • Core: Node.js, TypeScript (Lead-level experience is essential).
  • Cloud and Infrastructure: Comprehensive AWS knowledge, specifically Lambda, ECR, S3, SQS, and EC2.
  • IaC and Orchestration: Terraform, Kubernetes, and Docker.
  • Database: DocumentDB (DocDB).
  • DevOps/Tooling: GitLab and robust CI/CD pipeline management.

Experience and Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Public Sector Experience: A proven track record of delivering digital services within the NHS or broader Public Sector.
  • Central Government Experience: Extensive experience working within Central Government, strictly adhering to GDS (Government Digital Service) standards.

Key Leadership Skills:

  • Experience mentoring mid-to-senior developers and conducting rigorous code reviews.
  • The ability to bridge the gap between technical stakeholders and non-technical product owners.
  • A "Security-First" mindset, essential for handling sensitive health data.

Next Steps

If you have the required Lead-level experience in Node.js and a background in GDS/Public Sector delivery, we want to hear from you.

£500.00 - £550.00/day

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Greater Manchester, UK
IT
Public Sector
£500.0 - £550.0 per Day
Talent International
Taijaan DeCordova
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23/01/2026 15:32:24
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