Can you think strategically and 'join the dots' across multiple activities to build the bigger picture?

Do you enjoy working at pace, identifying new and improved ways of doing things and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders?

Are you passionate to learn and develop new software and make a difference to how our client operates?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for Developers to join our client's team. As a Software Engineer, you will join one of our client's small, fast-paced, agile delivery teams; using agile methodology and DevOps techniques to build backend systems, data processing pipelines, and progressive web apps for customers in the UK Government and Defence sector.

My client is here to support government departments in making critical decisions that enhance the security and prosperity of the UK. Their work is at the heart of national security, making them an essential part of keeping the UK safe. With a team of over 450 skilled professionals, they're passionate about delivering solutions that truly make a difference.

It's not just about code, algorithms, and data, it's about playing a key role in protecting the UK. Their work is highly sensitive and important, and you'll develop mission-critical systems while helping to keep the UK secure.

They have offices in Bristol, Cheltenham and Manchester.

The Role:

Software Engineering at our client's organisation consists of a wide range of responsibilities, the list below gives a flavour of some of the tasks you may be asked to undertake:

• Implementing software solutions including design, development, and testing.
• Use a wide range of technologies, specialising in the use of open-source libraries and components.
• Use tools such as GitLab to build continuous integration pipelines, which help monitor and ensure software quality and security.
• Deploy software systems to a mixture of environments including public (AWS and Azure) and private cloud.

Full Software Lifecycle involvement:

• Project concept formalisation
• Requirements analysis and specification
• Software architecture design
• Software implementation and delivery
• Software training and support
• Software lifecycle and maintenance

Candidate Specification

Our client's Software Engineers enjoy working on a variety of interesting and challenging projects, so they want their team to have a proactive and can-do attitude to their work.

They pride on keeping up with emerging technologies and delivery best-practice, so it is important that you enjoy learning and continuous improvement.

Because of the nature of the work, you'll need to be DV-cleared to work on this role.

Equal Opportunities:

They're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. They believe that diversity strengthens our team, and we're actively working to prevent discrimination in all its forms.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will:

• Provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process if needed
• Offer an interview to people with health conditions or disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for a role.

We celebrate the uniqueness of our people and encourage everyone to contribute to our inclusion journey.

Our client is proud of their supportive, inclusive, and team-focused environment where everyone can thrive. They value each member of their team and want you to feel excited about coming to work. Their benefits package reflects how much they care about their people:

• WELLBEING- Free 24/7 counselling helpline and employee assistance programme.
• WORK YOUR BEST- City-centre offices across the UK, with flexitime and the option to work from home.
• LEARN & GROW- A dedicated Career Coach to guide your development.
• SOCIAL- Fun events throughout the year, including socials, a Summer Party in London, and annual awaydays.
• ONSITE ALLOWANCES- Expenses for lunch and drinks.

Work on mission-critical projects that make a real difference.