Contract Senior React / JavaScript Developer | Outside IR35 | 6 Months+
We're working with an exciting company in Manchester who are scaling their internal development team and need a Senior Contract Developer with serious React and JavaScript expertise to come in and make an immediate impact.
This is a remote-first, outside IR35 role with a product-focused business that's mid-way through a major digital transformation.
Key projects:
1. Leading the frontend delivery of a headless React architecture
2. Supporting localisation and rebuilding core platform components
3. Advising on frontend best practices and future team structure
4. Collaborating with the Head of Dev + external consultancy partners
Tech Stack:
5. Frontend: JavaScript (ES6+), React, Next.js, Redux/Context API, TypeScript
6. Backend: Node.js, Express.js, REST APIs / GraphQL
7. DevOps: AWS (Lambda, S3, API Gateway), Docker, CI/CD (GitHub Actions or similar)
8. Other Tools: GitHub, Jira, Agile, Jest, React Testing Library
9. Nice to have: Headless CMS (e.g., Contentful, Sanity), React Native
What they need from you:
10. Deep experience with JavaScript and React
11. Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of projects
12. Previous contract experience in fast-moving product environments
Details:
13. Outside IR35
14. Initial 6-month contract
15. Remote-first (office presence only if there's a clear reason)
16. Competitive day rate - let me know your expectations