Details: Rate: GBP 400-500/day Inside IR35 Location: London, UK - Hybrid Duration: 6 months Extendable Role Overview The Software Developer will develop secure, maintainable, and performant software solutions using Python, Django, and Wagtail, deployed on AWS ECS Fargate. They will apply best practices in coding, testing, and CI/CD delivery, drawing on broad cross-sector experience in public, financial, and media domains. Key Responsibilities Design and implement APIs, web services, and CMS-driven applications using Django and Wagtail. Integrate with PostgreSQL databases and develop automated testing frameworks (PyTest, Selenium). Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and AWS services. Ensure code quality through peer reviews and adherence to GDS coding standards. Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver incremental functionality across sprints. Contribute to service assessments, providing technical evidence and documentation. Experience Over 8 years experience in full-stack development across government digital services, fintech platforms, and media tech startups. Recent (20222025) project: implemented scalable Wagtail-based service portal for a trade support agency hosted on AWS Fargate. Previous experience delivering secure API integrations for banking and real-time content platforms. Strong understanding of DevOps, test automation, and accessibility standards. Proven Agile experience in cross-functional delivery teams. Qualifications & Certifications BSc in Software Engineering / Computer Science. AWS Certified Developer Associate (2023). AgilePM Practitioner / Scrum Developer Certification. Secure Coding & OWASP Top 10 training. GitHub and Docker Certified Associate. ________________________________________