Role: Senior Software Engineer Location: Malvern (Hybrid; 3 days per week onsite) Salary: £63,000 - £68,000 per annum Benefits Security Requirement: Must be eligible for SC clearance We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a top-tier global defence innovator. You'll be leading the shift away from legacy systems and rebuilding them with a modern stack. This is a perfect role if you want to lead the technical direction and keep your hands in the code, without having to worry about the paperwork or people-management side of things. Key Technical Stack Core: Java (Modern versions), Spring Boot, and React. Evolving: While the core is Java-based, you will have the opportunity for exposure to C# and C++ within real-time environments. Methodology: Pure Agile (Scrum), with a heavy emphasis on Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated CI/CD pipelines. What you'll be doing: Requirements & Design: You'll help gather and translate complex software requirements into clear, workable designs. Full-Cycle Engineering: You will design, implement, and maintain software solutions, ensuring they are robust and future-proof. Problem Solving: Whether it's developing new modules from scratch or hunting down bugs in existing code, you'll be the person tackling the toughest technical challenges. Collaboration: You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with system engineers, project teams, and stakeholders to make sure everything integrates perfectly. What we need from you: Engineering Rigor: A deep understanding of the full software development life cycle (SDLC) is essential. Tech Stack: You are an expert in Java (primary stack), but you also bring experience with C#/C++ (or a strong desire to work with it) on both Linux and Windows. Version Control: You're comfortable using change control and configuration management systems to keep the codebase healthy. The 'Independent Lead' Mindset: You don't need hand-holding. You are a self-starter who can 'crack on' with complex technical tasks, but you're also a great communicator who can explain your ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues. Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and hold or be eligible for Security Clearance (SC).