🌳 Full-Stack Software Engineers SC/DV Cleared - (Military/Veteran-Friendly) — Multiple Openings 🌳
* Location: London (Remote & Hybrid options)
* Employment: Permanent
* Clearance: Current SC or DV required
Make mission-critical software that actually gets used.
* Areti Group is partnering with a defence-aligned client to hire multiple Full-Stack Software Engineers who can deliver secure, reliable web applications at scale.
* Ideal for Forces engineers (RAF, Army, Navy) or civilians who’ve built systems in high-trust, high-stakes environments.
What you’ll do
* Build end-to-end web applications and APIs used by thousands across secure environments.
* Ship modern TypeScript apps with React (Vite/Material-UI) and backends in Node.js/Express (bonus: C#/.NET or Python/Django).
* Design and document clean REST/JSON interfaces; test with Postman and automate regression suites.
* Own CI/CD pipelines and Docker-based runtime on AWS; Infrastructure-as-Code via CDK/Terraform (CDKTF).
* Apply secure-by-design and TDD; instrument apps for observability and performance.
* Collaborate with product, platform, and security teams to meet operational and compliance requirements.
The toolkit you’ll use
* Frontend: TypeScript, React.js, Vite, Material-UI, HTML5, CSS
* Backend: Node.js, Express.js (nice-to-have: C#/.NET, Python/Django)
* APIs & Data: REST/JSON, SQL, PostgreSQL/Postgres, databases
* DevOps: CI/CD, Docker, containerisation, Ubuntu/Linux, AWS, Serverless, CDK/CDKTF, Ansible
* Quality & Analytics: Postman API, testing frameworks, web analytics
* Patterns: Secure SDLC, OWASP Top 10, TDD, Git-based workflows
Must-have experience
* Proven delivery of full-stack web applications (frontend + backend + API) from design to production deployment.
* Hands-on with TypeScript, React, Node/Express, SQL/PostgreSQL, Docker, CI/CD.
* Building and consuming RESTful APIs; JSON schemas; integration testing.
* Comfortable in AWS and modern Infrastructure-as-Code approaches.
* Strong engineering fundamentals: code reviews, testing, observability, performance tuning.
* Security Clearance: Active SC or DV (must be current).
Nice-to-haves
* Military background (RAF/Army/Navy) or delivery in defence, aerospace, or government.
* C#/.NET, Python/Django, Material-UI, Vite, PostgreSQL tuning.
* GenAI/LLM experience (e.g., AWS Bedrock, prompts/guardrails, retrieval).
* Integrations with hardware/peripherals (kiosks, scanners, IoT).
* Knowledge of secure networked environments, identity/access control, and accreditation workflows.
Why this is a great move
* Mission & impact: Build dependable software for real users in mission-critical contexts.
* Modern stack: TypeScript/React/Node on AWS with IaC and automation-first delivery.
* Growth: Multiple openings from Junior to Principal; mentorship and leadership paths.
* Culture: Disciplined delivery; supportive of ex-Forces transitions; buddying and training.
* Company trajectory: One of the fastest-growing start-ups in the UK.
Compensation & benefits
* Base salary: £45,000 – £90,000 (experience-based)
* Bonus: Up to 15%
* Pension: Up to 10% employer contribution
* Holidays: Generous allowance + bank holidays
* Birthday off: Yes 🎂
* Healthcare: Private medical
* Extras: Climate-positive employer; training & certification support
Why now?
* Urgent hires: Interview slots pre-booked for next week.
* Fast process: Suitable candidates can receive offers within 3 days of interview.
* Fit: Perfect for polyglot full-stack engineers who are curious, collaborative, and love solving hard problems.
How to apply
* Send your CV/LinkedIn/GitHub and include: location preference, current clearance level (SC/DV), availability, and a short note on a production system you’ve shipped (stack + impact).
* Apply via DM or your usual Areti Group contact.
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