PERL Software Developer

Meritus; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering firm is seeking a skilled PERL Software Developer for a 6-month contract based in Stevenage. The role involves developing PERL-based templates, supporting application development in C#, SQL, and PowerShell, and optimising database solutions. This opportunity offers largely remote work, requiring only monthly onsite visits. Candidates must have strong PERL experience and SC clearance is necessary. This is a chance to contribute to complex technical publication systems in a high-impact environment.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with PERL is essential.
• General software development experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of SQL and C# is important.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain PERL-based templates and stylesheets.
• Support development of applications using C#, SQL, and PowerShell.
• Design and optimise database solutions.

Skills

Strong hands-on experience with PERL

General software development background

Working knowledge of SQL

Experience with C#

Experience with data modelling

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Comfortable working with structured data

Tools

SQL

C#

Java

PowerShell

Job description

PERL Software Developer

Location: Stevenage (once per month onsite, remainder remote) Rate: £77-£84 per hour (dependent on experience) Duration: 6 months Security Clearance: SC required (BPSS to start) Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced PERL Software Developer to join a leading defence engineering environment on a contract basis. This role supports technical publication systems and wider internal information tools used across complex programmes.

The role

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining PERL-based templates and stylesheets used in technical publications authoring and publishing. You'll also contribute to the development and support of internal applications, databases and reporting tools.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coding and maintaining technical publication stylesheets using PERL
• Supporting development of applications and reporting tools using C#, SQL, Java and PowerShell
• Designing and optimising database solutions
• Migrating data from legacy systems
• Analysing system requirements and improving performance
• Defining data structures, security and backup procedures
• Providing operational support for management information systems
• Collaborating with internal teams to support data and reporting strategies

Skills and experience

• Strong, hands‑on experience with PERL (essential)
• General software development background
• Working knowledge of SQL and C#
• Experience with data modelling, data analysis or reporting tools
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable working with structured data and documentation systems
• Experience with technical publications is desirable but not required

Additional information

• This role requires SC clearance (BPSS can be used to start)
• Defence experience is not mandatory
• One-stage interview process

If you're a PERL developer looking for a flexible, largely remote contract supporting technically complex systems, this is a strong opportunity to apply your skills in a high-impact environment