Application Developer

About The Company Experis is a global leader in professional resourcing and project-based workforce solutions, specializing in connecting talented professionals with innovative organizations across various industries. With a strong commitment to excellence and a focus on delivering tailored staffing solutions, Experis helps clients achieve their business objectives through a highly skilled and dedicated workforce. Our reputation is built on integrity, innovation, and a deep understanding of market dynamics, enabling us to support organizations in navigating complex technological and business challenges effectively. About The Role We are seeking a skilled Application Developer with a DevOps mindset to join our team on a 12-month contract basis. This role is based in London with a hybrid working arrangement or remote options within the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and enhancing critical public sector infrastructure by configuring, developing, and maintaining environment management solutions, middleware, and applications. Your expertise will directly contribute to the stability and performance of national systems, ensuring reliable and efficient service delivery. This position requires a UK citizen with at least five years of residency in the UK, as it involves working on a tender under the DALAS Lot 3 framework, supporting Borders & Trade initiatives. Qualifications Proven hands-on experience configuring infrastructure and applications using Ansible.Strong proficiency in Python programming with practical experience in deploying solutions in AWS cloud environments.Experience working with GitLab pipelines to support continuous integration and delivery processes.Solid understanding of UNIX administration, including scripting with Bash and managing RHEL environments.Experience with testing frameworks such as Behave or Cucumber.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.UK citizen status with a minimum of five years residency within the UK, and currently based in the UK. Responsibilities Configure, support, and maintain infrastructure, middleware, and applications using Ansible, ensuring environments are stable, secure, and scalable.Develop and sustain solutions utilizing Python and AWS cloud services to meet project requirements.Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines through GitLab, enabling automated testing, integration, and deployment processes.Perform routine UNIX administration tasks, including scripting with Bash to automate operational activities.Manage RHEL-based environments to optimize system performance and reliability.Contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of application features in collaboration with the existing delivery team.Participate in troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure or application issues promptly to minimize downtime.Document configurations, processes, and best practices to support ongoing maintenance and knowledge sharing. Benefits Joining Experis offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a supportive and innovative environment. You will benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, competitive hourly rates via umbrella arrangements, and the chance to develop your skills within a dynamic team supporting nationally critical infrastructure. Additionally, you will gain exposure to leading technologies in cloud computing, automation, and DevOps practices, enhancing your professional growth and marketability. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a respectful workplace where all employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our shared success. Equal Opportunity Experis is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team in making a positive impact on public sector infrastructure and services.