About this job
Role: Junior Software Engineer
Location: Bimingham (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Clearance: Must be a British national able to attain DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance
Are you a recent Junior Software Engineer with a passion for Java development and a keen interest in building secure software solutions for critical UK services? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly specialised software team delivering innovative, bespoke systems to law-enforcement and government customers.
The Role
As a Software Engineer, you'll work within a small, close-knit team responsible for designing, developing and supporting custom-built software products. You'll be involved throughout the full project lifecycle - from gathering requirements and writing clean, efficient code to testing, deployment and client support.
This role offers exceptional exposure to secure software environments, hands-on development experience, and the opportunity to work directly with end-users across the UK and abroad.
Key Responsibilities
1. Design, build, and maintain bespoke software solutions using Java and SQL
2. Work across the full software development lifecycle, from concept to delivery
3. Collaborate with policing and government clients to define and deliver solutions
4. Develop and maintain high-volume, low-latency applications ensuring strong performance
5. Test and debug software to ensure reliability and maintainability
6. Support and enhance existing applications and systems
7. Research and present new technologies for continuous improvement
8. Travel to customer sites for meetings, deployments, and support activities
Core Technologies
Essential Skills:
9. Java (commercial experience required)
10. SQL
11. Linux (preferably Red Hat / Rocky)
Desirable Skills:
12. J2EE, JPA, GWT / GXT, Vaadin
13. Knowledge of secure software development practices
14. Interest in full stack or web application development
About You
As this role supports sensitive national projects, you must be a British national able to achieve DV clearance, and hold a full UK driving licence.
Why Apply?
15. Opportunity to contribute to real-world projects in the public safety and security domain
16. Work within a small, technically skilled team with clear ownership of projects
17. Exposure to both backend and frontend Java technologies
18. Direct engagement with customers across the UK and internationally
19. Ongoing professional development and the chance to build a long-term career in secure software engineering
If you're ready to start your software development career working on meaningful, high-impact projects, click apply now to join a team that builds technology solutions making a real difference.