Lead Software Engineer — Defining Possible in Cyber

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain critical infrastructure. The candidate will work on exciting projects, requiring hands-on experience in Java, JavaScript, or Python, and an understanding of cloud-based architectures like AWS or Azure. The role includes collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. Flexible working options and a commitment to career development are key features of this position.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Private healthcare

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Career development programmes

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience developing software in Java, JavaScript, or Python.
• Understanding of cloud‑based architectures in AWS or Azure.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, OpenShift, or Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on development and contribute to the code base.
• Support the Delivery Lead in developing project roadmaps.
• Liaise with the Product Owner to manage the product roadmap.
• Identify technical risks and develop plans to mitigate them.

Skills

Developing software in Java

Developing software in JavaScript

Developing software in Python

Understanding cloud-based architectures in AWS

Understanding cloud-based architectures in Azure

Familiarity with DevOps tools

Knowledge of database technologies like SQL

Knowledge of database technologies like Elasticsearch

Knowledge of database technologies like MongoDB

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain critical infrastructure. The candidate will work on exciting projects, requiring hands-on experience in Java, JavaScript, or Python, and an understanding of cloud-based architectures like AWS or Azure. The role includes collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. Flexible working options and a commitment to career development are key features of this position.