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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** ALTEN
- **Location:** Glasgow, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Linux, DevOps, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, MySQL, Commercial Software, Software Architecture, Ruby, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Software Vulnerability Management, Web Services, SC Clearance, Containerization, Production Code, Data Management, Api Design, Devsecops, Programming Languages, Microservices
- **Published:** October 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb2304fe210480a47e0dbc870732f1ca31

## About the Role

You'll work across the full software lifecycle, combining hands-on development with CI/CD, DevSecOps, data integration and cloud technologies to deliver robust solutions that can be deployed across multiple programmes.
Location: Bristol / Crawley / Glasgow (Hybrid Working)
On-site Requirement: Hybrid working, with site attendance based on project requirements
Seniority: Senior Engineer
Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance., * Strong C++ development experience, ideally within safety or mission-critical software environments.

 * Experience with modern programming languages such as Python, Java, Ruby or Perl.
 * Strong CI/CD and DevOps/DevSecOps experience, including automated software build, test and deployment processes.
 * Experience with Linux or Windows infrastructure, databases and data integration technologies.
 * Experience developing or integrating software within autonomy systems, including planning, perception, control or similar architectures.

Soft Skills & Collaboration

 * Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Collaborative approach with experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
 * Proactive, delivery-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills., * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience.
 * Commercial software development and deployment experience.
 * Experience working within complex, regulated or safety-critical engineering environments.

Desirable Skills

 * Experience with cloud platforms, containerisation, microservices and API-based architectures.
 * Knowledge of MySQL, MongoDB or similar database technologies.
 * Experience delivering large-scale data integration or data management solutions.
 * Understanding of Agile, DevOps, ITIL or SAFe environments.
 * Experience governing software architectures or detailed designs throughout the engineering lifecycle.

## Description

Are you an experienced Software Engineer looking to develop and deploy secure, scalable solutions within complex engineering environments? As a Senior Software Engineer within ALTEN, you'll work on advanced data and autonomy programmes, developing reusable software capabilities and supporting their deployment across safety and mission-critical applications., * Design, develop, test and deploy secure, scalable software solutions within complex engineering environments.

 * Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automating software development, testing and deployment processes.
 * Build reusable software capabilities supporting data integration, curation and deployment across multiple programmes.
 * Collaborate with software, systems, data and infrastructure engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
 * Develop high-quality production code, conduct code reviews, troubleshoot issues and support solutions throughout their lifecycle.
 * Support DevSecOps activities including threat modelling, vulnerability management and security compliance.
 * Integrate third-party data sources, APIs and services into operational software solutions.
 * Contribute to technical demonstrations, proofs of concept and the evaluation of emerging technologies.