Our client, a prominent name in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated and passionate DevOps Software Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This exciting opportunity will involve working with cutting-edge technologies to develop innovative solutions for national security. Key Responsibilities: Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach Creating code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse Translating logical designs into physical designs Producing detailed designs Effectively documenting all work using required standards, methods, and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate Working with well understood and emerging technologies and identifying appropriate patterns Integrating API/UI components with existing data stores and APIs Maintaining and developing existing architectural components including Data Ingest, Data Stores, and REST APIs Participating in sprint ceremonies with the agile team, attending daily stand-ups, epic decomposition, demos, and planning sessions Assisting the wider team to understand upcoming API features and their impact Collaborating with user researchers and representing users internally Explaining the difference between user needs and desires Job Requirements: We're looking for individuals with a blend of analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement, and a passion for national security. Ideal candidates will have: Experience in IT DevOps and Software Development Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, JavaScript, Python, or Java Expertise in front end frameworks - at least one of AngularJS, React, or VueJS Knowledge of Windows infrastructure - IIS, Windows Server Understanding of relational databases (e.g., SQL Server) Experience with containerisation - Docker and Kubernetes Proficiency in scripting languages - Bash or PowerShell Ability to learn "just in time" to adopt cutting-edge new technologies and paradigms Benefits: Competitive day rate Collaborative and innovative work environment Opportunity to work with emerging technologies Engagement in national security initiatives If you are an experienced DevOps Software Engineer eager to take on a challenging role in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for this exciting opportunity