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Cloud Developer

McGregor Boyall
Edinburgh, UK
about 4 hours ago
remote

Skills & Technologies

JavaScriptTypeScriptAPIMicroservicesServerlessTDDSOLIDAgileScrumKanbanCypressAWSLambdaS3CloudFormationCDKCloudAPI GatewayContinuous ImprovementStakeholder Engagement

Job Description

Software Developer (AWS Serverless)

Location - Remote with occasional trip to Edinburgh/ Glasgow office

Duration - 6months with likely extensions

Day rate - circa £450 (outside ir35)

We are seeking an experienced Software Developer with strong commercial AWS expertise to support the transition from legacy on-prem systems to modern, cloud-native solutions. You will play a key role in building scalable, serverless microservices using AWS and TypeScript within a collaborative, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver serverless microservices using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and TypeScript

Contribute to replacing legacy applications with modern cloud-native architectures

Enhance existing products with new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

Apply XP engineering practices including pair programming and test-driven development

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and production environments

Promote best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability

Mentor team members and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong hands-on experience with AWS (Lambda, CDK, S3, API Gateway, CloudFormation)

Proficiency in TypeScript or modern JavaScript

Experience designing serverless and service-based architectures

Solid understanding of Agile delivery and collaborative development practices

Test Driven Development (TDD)

Experience with infrastructure-as-code and cloud monitoring tools

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

Experience with Cypress or similar testing frameworks

Knowledge of inclusive, user-centred design practices

Familiarity with UI pattern libraries

Experience working on government-based projects with GDS / Digital First quality standards

Please apply today to be considered

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

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Likely perks
Private MedicalPension25+ Days HolidayStock OptionsLearning BudgetFlexible Hours
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Market salary range

£45,000 – £60,000 (Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, 2025)

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