Salary: £54,000 - 72,000 per year Requirements: Strong experience in Java, minimum Java 8. Expected Java 11/21 Strong Perl experience Strong Object Oriented Analysis and Design experience Strong experience in web technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS Strong experience in web services: SOAP-based and RESTful A solid understanding of databases Experience with CAD (Siemens Foran/NX) is desirable Experience with Windchill or Teamcenter is desirable Experience with Product Lifecycle Management is desirable Certification of Java, minimum Java 8. Expected Java 11/21 is desirable Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) is desirable Java Certified Associate (OCA) is desirable Understanding of software design patterns is desirable BEng/MEng or Computer Science degree is desirable Eligibility to apply for SC clearance and must hold a British passport with 5 years of residency in the UK Responsibilities: Fully responsible for analysing requirements, estimating, designing, scoping, architecting, developing and unit testing capability Demonstrate capability intent through authoring design solutions, data modelling, process diagrams, and supplementary information while collaborating with stakeholders Contribute to the planning and implementation of upgrade activities, including installation and configuration of software Investigate operational IT incidents and apply effective fixes, ensuring incidents are updated and closed according to agreed procedures Consult with stakeholders to identify project needs and use expertise to drive positive project outcomes Utilise advanced technical expertise to optimise performance by diagnosing bottlenecks, conducting data profiling, benchmarking, and performing maintenance Participate in development processes and practices, including Agile methodologies Coach and support associate and junior developers to progress their tasks and grow in their roles Champion best practices, continuous improvement, coding standards, and provide technical guidance to other IT functions Technologies: CSS Support Java JavaScript Oracle Perl SOAP Security Web More: We are one of the worlds leading global defence, security, and aerospace companies, located in Bristol, Glasgow, or Portsmouth. The role of Senior Developer offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £55,000, depending on experience. We prioritize flexible working arrangements, including remote work and a flexible start and finish time. Our Product Lifecycle Management Development team is at the forefront of technology, supporting critical Naval UK and international programs. We offer numerous benefits including an enhanced pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and various wellness programs. last updated 4 week of 2026