Software Developer
Reading (25% onsite) – 6 month contract Inside IR35 – SC Active
About the Role
The Software Developer is responsible for designing, delivering and integrating high‑quality, innovative software products within an Agile team. The role offers the chance to experiment, challenge ideas, learn and grow within a supportive and inclusive environment, while being recognised for the impact you make.
You’ll contribute to a complex project involving the integration of hardware, software and courseware components, working with multiple stakeholders—from suppliers to end‑users within the UK MOD—to ensure successful delivery.
Success in this role comes from collaborating as part of a multi‑disciplined team to produce high‑value software solutions that drive business outcomes and realise programme benefits.
The role requires core technical skills and experience, with additional desirable knowledge and capabilities outlined separately.
Required Experience
* Proven delivery of applications in Agile teams using CI/CD pipelines.
* Strong C++ and WPF development background.
* Proficient with GitLab, Bitbucket, Jira and DOORS.
* Experience delivering solutions across security classifications using Secure by Design principles.
* Ability to lead multi‑disciplinary development teams.
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
* Knowledge of configuration management processes and systems.
Desirable Experience
* C# and WPF development.
* Building enterprise‑level applications or services.
* Experience in simulation or training environments.
* Familiarity with TDD, BDD and SOLID principles.
* Understanding of DevOps/DevSecOps practices.
Responsibilities
* Design, build and maintain code using industry best practices, contributing to estimation and evolving standards.
* Deliver features aligned to the product roadmap, making decisions that directly support programme success.
* Conduct first‑line peer reviews and provide clear technical guidance.
* Drive continuous improvement in code quality and team practices.
* Provide technical direction and leadership within the team.
* Design and develop new product functionality.
* Create test artefacts—including unit and integration tests—to support continuous delivery