Lead Software Engineer - Build Secure, Scalable Systems

Northrop Grumman UK; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care

Career development opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Principal Software Engineer. This role involves leading a team, working through the software development lifecycle, and ensuring customer requirements are met. Candidates should have strong experience in Java or frontend technologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to obtain UK Government clearance. The position offers hybrid working options and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Developer with a strong focus on Backend Java or Frontend development.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, deployment technologies, and cloud platforms.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of team deliverables, working with the Scrum Master.
• Involved in the software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment.
• Mentor and guide junior developers.

Skills

Backend Java development

Frontend development

CICD and containerization

Cloud platforms (AWS)

Excellent communication

Tools

Spring Boot

React

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

A leading technology firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Principal Software Engineer. This role involves leading a team, working through the software development lifecycle, and ensuring customer requirements are met. Candidates should have strong experience in Java or frontend technologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to obtain UK Government clearance. The position offers hybrid working options and comprehensive benefits.