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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Raytheon
- **Location:** Salford, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Ansible, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Backend, Git, Vue.js, Build Management, Containerization, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Front End Software Development, Terraform, Docker
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5840199720

## About the Role

* Full stack experience within an agile team building enterprise-grade web applications or backend services
 * Java development with Spring Boot
 * Front-end development using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue)
 * Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
 * Containerisation and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes
 * Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or equivalent)
 * Unit testing and test automation
 * Use of code repositories (Git), including branching strategies, pull-request workflows, and merge processes
 * Experience with data visualisation tools or techniques
 * eDV clearance is required

## Description

* Design and build software using industry best practice
 * Collaborate with stakeholders and other engineers
 * Contribute to the completion of milestones associated with your project
 * Contribute to continuous improvement within your team
 * Collaborate with your peers on technical direction within your team

Technologies:

 * AWS
 * Ansible
 * Azure
 * Backend
 * Cloud
 * Docker
 * Git
 * Support
 * Java
 * JavaScript
 * Kubernetes
 * React
 * Spring
 * Spring Boot
 * Terraform
 * Vue
 * Web
 * DevOps, We are Raytheon UK, offering a full-time, permanent opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join our specialist teams in Manchester, Gloucester, or London, working fully onsite. As part of our experienced Software Engineering function, you will work in a cross-functional team, delivering and deploying critical software across various business areas. We provide excellent opportunities for development and challenges tailored to your professional profile, and we support your growth throughout your career with us.


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