Senior software developer

Senior Software Developer (Contract)

Location: Warton - Hybrid (1-2 days onsite)
Rate: £46.80 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Length: 12 months
IR35: Inside IR35

Overview

A leading UK defence company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join a highly skilled engineering team working on mission-critical, safety-critical systems used by military personnel.

This role involves developing and maintaining a suite of engineering support applications that enable frontline users to retrieve operational data, diagnose issues, and ensure continued system availability in demanding environments. The position offers hybrid working and the opportunity to contribute to long-term, high-integrity software programmes within the defence sector.

The Role

You will work on a mature .NET desktop application estate, contributing to both enhancement and ongoing support activities. The software environment blends established systems with opportunities for modernisation and improvement, offering technically varied and meaningful work.

In addition to core desktop applications, the team also develops smaller specialist utilities, creating exposure to a range of development challenges and platforms.