Senior Software Engineer

Join a specialist technology business delivering secure, mission-critical digital solutions for highly sensitive environments. This is an opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges where your work directly supports faster, safer decision-making on projects that genuinely matter., * Designing, building, and maintaining secure software solutions within highly regulated environments

• Collaborating with engineers, architects, and delivery teams to solve complex technical problems
• Developing modern front-end applications using JavaScript/TypeScript and React
• Building scalable backend systems using technologies such as Java, Python, or Go
• Working with cloud platforms including AWS or Azure to optimise performance, reliability, and scalability
• Using Docker and containerisation technologies to improve deployment consistency and efficiency
• Supporting CI/CD pipelines and automation to streamline software delivery
• Writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned to engineering best practice
• Contributing to code reviews and technical discussions to improve quality across the team
• Keeping pace with emerging technologies and helping shape better ways of working

• Strong software engineering background with experience across full-stack development
• Backend development experience using Java, Python, or Go
• Commercial experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React
• Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms
• Strong understanding of Git and collaborative development workflows
• Experience with Docker and containerised applications, with Kubernetes exposure beneficial
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing
• Solid grasp of software engineering fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures
• Familiarity with Agile delivery environments and secure development principles
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
• A curious, adaptable mindset with a passion for solving technical challenges

• Package: Up to #85,000 basic + bonus, private medical, life assurance, enhanced pension, professional development support and more
• Industry: Defence / National Security / Secure Digital Technology, * The chance to work on meaningful technology that supports critical national operations
• Hybrid working and a collaborative, highly skilled engineering environment
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical cover and life assurance
• Generous pension contribution (10% employer / 5% employee)
• Bonus scheme
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career growth support
• Access to on-site facilities including parking, gym, café, restaurant, and breakout spaces
• A culture centred around innovation, collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.