> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3765022-cleared-java-software-engineers-defence-and-national-security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3765022-cleared-java-software-engineers-defence-and-national-security). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cleared- Java Software Engineers- Defence and National Security - **Company:** Forward Role Recruitment - **Location:** Bristol, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £50,000 - £85,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Amazon Web Services, Continuous Integration, Gradle, Hibernate (Java), Java Persistence API, Apache Maven, OpenShift, RabbitMQ, Spring-boot, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** October 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.securityclearedjobs.com/job/802085866/cleared-java-software-engineers-defence-and-national-security/ ## About the Role * Mid to Senior Java Software Engineers (including Tech Lead-level profiles) * Core Java (8/11/17+), Spring / Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA * Microservices, REST APIs and event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ) * Build and CI/CD tooling: Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, GitLab CI * Containers and cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, AWS * Backend and full-stack profiles welcome (Angular/React alongside Java) * Secondary languages a bonus: Python, C++, C# If you hold active eDV clearance and are open to exploring your next Java role in Bristol or Cheltenham, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. ## Description We are currently recruiting eDV-cleared Java Software Engineers for live National Security and Defence programmes based in Bristol and Cheltenham. These roles sit within some of the UK's most critical secure environments, building and maintaining mission-critical Java systems.