Java Software Engineer

We have a need for additional Software Engineers with Java programming skills to join the Ampthill, Bedfordshire Engineering team., Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

• Proven and demonstrable evidence of capabilities in software engineering.
• Proven and demonstrable evidence of capabilities in Java (version 11 or later) and Object Oriented Development.
• Knowledge of development on various Operating Systems ( Windows 10/11, Linux).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps.
• Proven and demonstrable experience of working as part of an agile team on a large-scale programme.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

The following skills are desirable:

• Knowledge of UML modelling for software.
• Knowledge of DDS (Data Distribution Service).
• Knowledge of Gradle.
• Development of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Software.
• Knowledge of C# or C++.
• Knowledge of GitLab.