AMS PSR

On behalf of the Met Office, we are looking for a Frontend Developer (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract based Remotely with occasional travel to Exeter.

We are seeking a Frontend Developer with experience interacting with internally developed APIs and platforms in a mixed cloud (Azure + AWS) environment for a Government agency. The ideal candidate will work across the full software development lifecycle, from conception to deployment, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business objectives. This role requires proficiency in both frontend technologies and UX/UI design principles, strong problem-solving skills, and familiarity with Agile methodologies.

As a Frontend Developer your main responsibilities will be to:

• Develop responsive, accessible, and high-quality user interfaces using Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
• Collaborate with design and product teams to create intuitive user experiences.
• Develop user experiences backed by internal APIs and search indexes.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality software.
• Maintain and update existing applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements.
• Write technical documentation and assist in defining project requirements.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing to streamline deployment processes.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices in frontend development.

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Frontend Developer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of frontend technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Next.js.
• Familiarity with databases and Search Indexes: Elasticsearch and SQL-like databases.
• Knowledge of version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of cloud platforms and deployment strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Desirable:

• Candidates must be willing and eligible to undergo SC Clearance. Active SC Clearance is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience with PyGeoAPI.
• Experience with Jira / Confluence.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident 

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, the Met Office guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".