A great opportunity for an application engineer with 12-24 months post grad experience who is aware of the current technical landscape, with a good understanding of dev ops seeking to continually develop their technical skills with strong skills in python coding. Candidates must have a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar degree Great Employer - WFH 3 days per week. 9 Day fortnight. Must live within 60-90 minute commute of Farnborough, Hampshire. See below for comprehensive benefits. All applicants must be British Citizens and dual nationality must be declared. This is a pre-requisite for reasons of National Security). The Application Engineer must be competent in the use of the following technologies: * Strong Python coding skills * Experience of Flask, SQLAlchemy and Pandas for their Applications. * Good understanding of Microsoft Azure with Terraform for their Cloud Services desirable but not essential. * Docker for containerising their deployed applications or similar. * GitHub for Code Versioning and CI/CD or similar * Atlassian Jira for our task tracking or similar. * macOS development OS of choice (desirable). Application Engineer Responsibilities: * Python coding and scripting for 4 key applications. * Developing and maintaining secure web-based tools, to address both data pipeline automation and digital transformation programmes in the organisation. * Implementing best-practice standards in the use of technology; appropriate and effective choice of technologies, database structures, documentation. * Securing in-house software tools in-line, to align with NCSC guidelines and ultimately adhere to MOD requirements (i.e., Secure by Design and JSP440). * Architecting and implementing cloud solutions to make software available to stakeholders reliably. * Developing the technical knowledge of direct reports through pair-programming and identification of courses relevant to the organisation’s objectives. * ‘Getting stuck in’ and supporting ad-hoc needs including administering platforms, engaging with stakeholders, and training the organisation on how to use our tools. * Identifying opportunities for implementing digital solutions and evaluating viability. * Ensuring continuity in approach across the team and the organisation. Application Engineer Skills & Competencies: * Degree educated – Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar degree where python coding skills have been developed. * Strong skills in Python and ideally Flask and SQLAlchemy. * An aptitude to ‘pick up and run’ with new or unfamiliar Python libraries. * Good cloud knowledge: we aim to use Platform-as-a-Service where possible. * Strong awareness of the latest applicable trends and technologies, including new libraries and tools that can support the organisation. * Experience with Git, ideally GitHub. * Ideally knowledge of HTTP, SSL, networking, and application efficiency (training can be provided) * A strong desire to build great products, prototype new ideas, and bring the best of relevant new technology to the organisation. * Well organised, self-starter with strong attention to detail. * Good communication/presentation skills and ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment. * Comfortable with working and dealing with uncertainty. * Working knowledge of HTML, CSS & Java Script advantageous. Lead Application Engineer Salary & Benefits: Bonus; Pension; Private health insurance; Life insurance; Cycle to work scheme; 9 day fortnight; Hybrid working; Extended remote working; Enhanced parental leave; 28 days annual leave; Buy additional annual leave; Long service additional annual leave. Thank you for your application however due to the high volume of candidates applying, if you have not heard back from us within 5 days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion