Senior Software Development Engineer
Location: Malvern, Farnborough and Southampton/Portsmouth (Hybrid working available) Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits Hours: 37 hours per week Security Clearance: SC clearance (or eligibility) required
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a highly capable engineering team delivering complex, mission-critical systems within the defence and national security domain.
You will work on projects spanning the full technology lifecycle - from early proof-of-concept and demonstrators through to fully deployed production systems - across a range of advanced capability areas. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology alongside experienced engineers, scientists and customer stakeholders.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting the delivery of advanced software projects across multiple technology areas, including RF/Optical Communications, RADAR/Electronic Warfare, GNSS, Cyber/Crypto-Security and Joint Air, Land and Maritime domains
Designing, developing and testing high-quality software in line with industry best practice
Applying your expertise across the full software development lifecycle
Contributing to and influencing systems architecture and technical design decisions
Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and customer-facing delivery teams
Championing modern development practices to enable efficient delivery and high-quality outcomes
Building strong relationships within the customer community to support ongoing programmes and future growth
Essential Experience
Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle with experience delivering complex software systems
Experience contributing to and influencing systems architecture and design
Proficiency with Java, Spring, and React
Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Strong background in Agile software engineering practices (Scrum, CI/CD, BDD)
Experience using Git, GitLab, and Jira to manage and drive development
Location & Working Pattern
This role is based in Malvern, Portsmouth or Farnborough with hybrid working available, depending on project and security requirements.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Matched pension contribution with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance and Health Cash Plan options
Employee discount portal covering insurance, travel, leisure and retail
Volunteering opportunities and support for the Armed Forces community
Security Clearance
Applicants must hold active SC clearance as a minimum. Existing clearance may be transferable. Due to the nature of the work, nationality or residency restrictions may apply.
Reasonable Adjustments:
Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.
If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
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