Fullstack Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you won't just write code you'll create technology that protects people, platforms, missions, and information in real-world operational environments.

The tools and systems you develop will be used by customers who depend on absolute reliability and security every day.

Your work will actively shape how the UK counters evolving threats, ensuring our national security capabilities remain robust, modern, and mission-ready.

At Forward Role, the client has received glowing testimonials for the team specifically around the support staff receive, the cross functional nature of programmes, and potential for growth in the business.

What You'll Be Doing * Building an IP Security conformance test suite and reference implementation that underpins national-level cryptography programmes * Creating high-quality, open-by-default software designed for long-term reuse across teams, programmes, and partners * Applying a test-driven engineering approach to deliver software that meets the highest assurance standards * Producing clear, dependable documentation, helping others implement and build on your work effectively

Required Skills * Python * Test development experience

Nice to Have Python (back end development)

Golang

Kubernetes (massive nice to have)

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (with buy/sell options)

• Private medical insurance * Health, wellness, and family support

• Bonus scheme * Chemring ShareSave scheme

• EV Salary Sacrifice scheme

• Discounts and cashback offers

• Free minibus between Romsey station and the office

Clearance Requirements You must be eligible for DV clearance due to the sensitivity of the work.