Software Developer (Python / Cloud) - SC Cleared Cheltenham (Full-Time On-Site) Up to £45,000 Active SC Clearance Required | MOD DV Preferred Overview We are seeking a Software Developer with Python experience to join a growing Cloud Engineering team supporting highly secure government programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud-based solutions within a collaborative and technically focused environment. Based full-time on-site in Cheltenham, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of secure software systems that support mission-critical national security operations. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Python-based software applications within secure cloud environments. Work collaboratively with cloud engineers and software developers to deliver scalable and resilient solutions. Contribute to the development and deployment of cloud-native services and infrastructure. Write clean, maintainable, and secure code following best engineering practices. Participate in testing, debugging, and optimisation of software applications. Support integration with existing platforms and systems within highly secure environments. Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance. Sole UK National (required due to security restrictions). Commercial experience developing software using Python. Experience working with Cloud technologies or cloud-based environments. Understanding of software development best practices and version control. Ability to work full-time on-site in Cheltenham. Desirable Experience MOD DV Clearance (highly desirable). Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or similar. Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or containerisation. Experience working within secure government or defence environments.