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# Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Ampthill, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Data Distribution Service, Linux, Gradle, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, UML, Gitlab, Devsecops
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C727722DF7EB42DE85DB42E0C6B3B6E5/job/

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

We have a need for additional Software Engineers with Java programming skills to join the Ampthill, Bedfordshire Engineering team.


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