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# Software Engineer (Backend / Platform) (DV Security Clearance)

- **Company:** Descriptionat Cgi
- **Location:** Rangeworthy, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Delivery Pipeline, Software Application Programming, Backend, Git, SC Clearance, Containerization, Kubernetes, Deployment Automation, Software Version Control
- **Published:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/40278352/

## About the Role

~Experience developing software using Java, Go, or Python
~Strong background in backend application development
~Experience with Kubernetes and container platforms
~Knowledge of CI/CD tooling and deployment automation practices
~Experience working within Linux environments
~Proficiency with Git and source control workflows
~Understanding of Infrastructure as Code concepts and associated tooling
~Knowledge of cloud-native application development principles
~Experience working within Agile software delivery teams
~Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills
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## Description

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This role is based on a Secure Site. Your future duties and responsibilitiesn this role, you will develop and enhance backend services that underpin critical applications used within national security environments. Working within Agile delivery teams, you will collaborate closely with software, platform, and infrastructure specialists to build reliable, scalable, and secure cloud-native solutions. You'll take ownership of features throughout the development lifecycle, from design and implementation through to deployment and operational support.
You will also contribute to modern engineering practices by improving automation, deployment pipelines, testing approaches, and infrastructure capabilities. Your work will directly support the delivery of high-quality software while enabling teams to deploy and operate services efficiently within complex, mission-critical environments., ~Design & Develop robust backend services and APIs
~Build & Maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
~Develop & Deliver cloud-native software solutions
~Collaborate & Integrate with platform and infrastructure teams
~Deploy & Support containerised applications using Kubernetes
~Improve & Optimise software quality, testing, and release processes
~Automate & Enhance infrastructure provisioning and management
~Contribute & Innovate within Agile delivery teams Required qualifications to be successful in this roleo succeed in this role, you should have strong software engineering fundamentals combined with experience developing applications in cloud-native environments. You will be comfortable working across development and deployment activities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and applying automation and modern engineering practices to improve delivery outcomes.


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