Senior GraphQL Engineer (Federation) TypeScript | Node.js | Kubernetes
21 hours ago
Cheltenham
Senior GraphQL Engineer (GraphQL Federation) to design, build and scale high-performance GraphQL APIs in a modern TypeScript/Node.js stack, deployed to Kubernetes in a cloud-native environment. This is an ideal contract for a GraphQL specialist who loves clean schemas, resilient services, and production-grade delivery. The Role (Key Responsibilities) * Own end-to-end GraphQL API delivery: schema design through to production integration, focusing on performance, maintainability, security, and scalability. * GraphQL Federation expertise: design and implement supergraphs, subgraphs, resolvers, and governance patterns (versioning, evolution, backward compatibility). * Build and maintain TypeScript + Node.js backend services, integrating with modern frontends and varied data sources. * Apply DevOps best practices: CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Concourse), Docker, Helm, Kubernetes, and YAML-based deployments. * Work in an Agile engineering environment: collaborate closely, review PRs, influence architecture, and continuously improve delivery. * Ensure APIs are observable and reliable in production using modern telemetry and APM tooling. * Champion GraphQL best practices and share knowledge across teams (mentoring/coaching desirable). Required Experience (Skills & Tech) * Strong commercial experience delivering Federated GraphQL in production (schema-first design, supergraph/subgraph architecture, resolvers, schema governance, and API evolution). * Advanced TypeScript and Node.js backend development. * Testing experience with modern frameworks such as Vitest and Playwright (API + end-to-end). * Hands-on delivery with Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, and YAML (cloud-native deployments). * Observability / telemetry: Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry, Datadog, APM tools. * Good understanding of CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code concepts, and production support best practices. * Ability to improve existing codebases and influence architectural direction. * Experience mentoring / coaching engineers is a plus. xrnqpay Location:West London (Hybrid 2 days/week on-site) Contract:6 months initial (extensions highly likely) A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully. Start:ASAP Eligibility:UK-based candidates only Rate:Market rates (Outside IR35) Please send yourlatest CV, confirming: * Availability / start date * Outside IR35 day rate Staffworx Limited are a UK-based recruitment consultancy supporting the global digital, e-commerce, software, and business consulting sectors.