Overview
Title: Lead Principal Consultant - Government, Defence & Security
Role: Contract Software Developer
Clearance: UK*C DV
Day rate: £500 to £600 | Outside IR35 | DOE
Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain software using C# .NET Core (v6+) or C++ (C++11+), with opportunities to work on .NET Core 8 microservices.
* Build APIs and microservices aligned with business and technical requirements.
* Embed secure coding practices into all development activities and CI/CD pipelines.
* Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and team retrospectives to drive quality and maintainability.
* Write unit and integration tests to ensure reliable, production-ready software.
* Stay up-to-date with modern development practices, frameworks, and security trends.
Qualifications
* Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Exposure to security tools (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning).
* Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST).
* Certifications in software development, cloud, or security.
Please note: this role requires active UK*C DV Clearance.
If this sounds of interest, or you hold the right clearance but are looking for a slightly different role, please reach out for a confidential conversation to find out more!
Additional details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Information Technology and Strategy/Planning
* Industries: IT System Custom Software Development, Software Development, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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