Software Engineer
Location: Cheltenham, London, Manchester
Job Description
Responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale, secure, and high-performing solutions. This role involves mentoring and coaching junior team members, translating stakeholder requirements into actionable user stories, and embedding security throughout the software development life cycle. The position calls for strong technical expertise, collaborative mindset, and an ability to deliver innovative solutions that align with business objectives.
Experience Requirements
Software Development & Principles
* Programming Languages: Proficiency in one or more of: Java, Spring Boot, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, ReactJS
* SOLID Principles: Familiarity with object-oriented and clean coding practices
Testing & BDD
* Unit Testing Frameworks: Experience with Cypress, Cucumber, Behave, Selenium, or similar tools
* Domain-Specific Languages: Knowledge of BDD approaches (e.g., Cucumber, Gherkin) for test automation
Containerisation & Microservices
* Container Technologies: Practical understanding of Docker or equivalent solutions
* Microservice Patterns: Experience architecting microservice-based systems with built-in observability and security
Cloud Services & Environments
* Cloud Providers: Demonstrable experience with AWS or Azure
* Security & Configuration: Ability to build, configure, and secure cloud environments effectively
Security & CI/CD
* Security Integration: Familiarity with embedding security checks at every phase of the SDLC (e.g., SAST, DAST)
* Automation Pipelines: Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), and continuous testing tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Agile & Mentorship
* Agile Delivery: Background in Scrum or Kanban, assisting Product Owners and shaping team objectives
* Mentoring: Proven track record of helping less experienced developers advance their skills and confidence
Roles and Responsibilities
Collaboration & Full Lifecycle
* Work collaboratively with Argo and its partners, taking ownership of the full software lifecycle—from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance
* Ensure high-quality delivery of product components and systems that meet agreed time, scope, and budget parameters
Technical Discussions & Customer Engagement
* Participate in and contribute to technical discussions with team members, delivery management, and technical leads
* Support stakeholder engagement by eliciting requirements, refining user stories, and ensuring alignment with project goals
Innovation & Prototyping
* Leverage technical investigation, rapid prototyping, and software design to address complex engineering challenges
* Explore and recommend innovative solutions that inform future product and architectural strategy
Agility & Team Culture
* Embrace and advocate for Agile or similar modern development approaches
* Foster a high-performing team culture by promoting collaboration, iterative feedback, and continuous learning
Security & Risk Management
* Engage with customers, including security and policy teams, to identify and manage risks throughout the development lifecycle
* Align development activities with security best practices and relevant compliance standards
Architecture & Integration
* Make and collaborate on technological and architectural designs for assigned products, communicating decisions clearly to teams and customers
* Integrate new features or services within existing ecosystems, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency
Tools & Processes
* Establish and evolve development tools, processes, and ways of working to continuously improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness (e.g., automation, CI/CD)
* Collaborate with other technologists to optimize product integration across workflows and system dependencies
Mentoring & Coaching
* Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and best-practice standards to less experienced engineers
* Coach team members in areas such as test automation, DevSecOps techniques, and effective problem-solving