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# Software Engineer (Backend / Platform) (DV Security Clearance)

- **Company:** CGI Group Inc.
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Software Application Programming, Backend, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Deployment Automation, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2909117768-2

## About the Role

o succeed in this role, you should have strong software engineering fundamentals combined with experience developing applications in cloud-native environments. You will be comfortable working across development and deployment activities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and applying automation and modern engineering practices to improve delivery outcomes., Experience developing software using Java, Go, or Python
Strong background in backend application development
Experience with Kubernetes and container platforms
Knowledge of CI/CD tooling and deployment automation practices
Experience working within Linux environments
Proficiency with Git and source control workflows
Understanding of Infrastructure as Code concepts and associated tooling
Knowledge of cloud-native application development principles
Experience working within Agile software delivery teams
Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.

## Description

Design & Develop robust backend services and APIs
Build & Maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
Develop & Deliver cloud-native software solutions
Collaborate & Integrate with platform and infrastructure teams
Deploy & Support containerised applications using Kubernetes
Improve & Optimise software quality, testing, and release processes
Automate & Enhance infrastructure provisioning and management
Contribute & Innovate within Agile delivery teams


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