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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Anson McCade
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Data Processing, Backend, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815171140-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Strong understanding of one key backend language: Java, Python or Node
 * The desire to solve complex technical problems, helping customers achieve their goals
 * Knowledge of cloud engineering such as AWS, Docker, Microservices
 * Expereince with Agile ways of working, Applicants MUST have the unrestricted right to work in the UK and be eligible to undertake National Security Vetting at SC & DV Level - requiring 10 years of permanent residency.

## Description

Overview

Software Engineer (Government / Security) - Gloucester (Hybrid)

Our client, a leading UK cyber security and defence consultancy, is currently seeking a Software Engineer to work on critical National Security projects that help protect nations, governments and businesses against evolving technology threats and challenges in the most demanding environments.

As a Software Engineer you will:

 * Design, code, test, correct and document simple programs, and assist in the implementation of software
 * Work with a focus towards Data Processing solutions
 * Contribute to AWS Cloud infrastructure projects
 * Logically analyse code defects and produce timely code fixes
 * Have opportunities to mentor junior level developers, providing oversight where applicable

The Software Engineer will have:

 * Strong understanding of one key backend language: Java, Python or Node
 * The desire to solve complex technical problems, helping customers achieve their goals
 * Knowledge of cloud engineering such as AWS, Docker, Microservices
 * Expereince with Agile ways of working

The Package:

 * Discretionary bonus
 * Private medical care

Applicants MUST have the unrestricted right to work in the UK and be eligible to undertake National Security Vetting at SC & DV Level - requiring 10 years of permanent residency.

To hear more about the Software Engineering opportunity, get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade on .


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