Python Software Engineer

Matchtech; Greater Manchester; Remote; GBP 92,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a SC Cleared Software Engineer to join an agile team delivering cloud-native software for secure government and defence environments. The role involves building scalable applications using TypeScript, Python, and modern microservices, with Kubernetes, Docker, React, and CI/CD pipelines.

The position offers largely remote work with infrequent travel to Salford Quays and requires active SC clearance; NPPV3 is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience building scalable, cloud-native applications in secure environments.
• Proficient with modern software stacks and agile teams.
• Familiarity with government/defence sector software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support modern software solutions within an agile team.
• Contribute to system design, testing, documentation and customer-focused delivery.
• Handle sensitive information in secure environments and ensure compliance with stringent requirements.

Skills

TypeScript

Python

Bash

Microservices

Kubernetes

Docker

React

MUI

NodeJS

ExpressJS

CI/CD

Pub/Sub

Elasticsearch

Kibana

PostgreSQL

Git

Playwright

Jest

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

React

NodeJS

ExpressJS

TypeScript

Python

Bash

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Kibana

Git

Playwright

Jest

Job description

SC Cleared Software Engineer

Remote with infrequent travel to Salford Quays
Active SC Clearance Required | NPPV3 Highly Desirable
Inside IR35 | Market rate - £500 - £600

I'm currently supporting a leading UK engineering and technology organisation that delivers mission-critical software and digital solutions across secure government, defence and national security environments.

As part of a growing programme, I'm looking to speak with Software Engineers who enjoy building scalable, cloud-native applications within highly secure environments.

Key Tech Stack

• TypeScript, Python, Bash
• Microservices Architecture
• Kubernetes & Docker
• React, MUI, NodeJS, ExpressJS
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Pub/Sub Messaging
• Elasticsearch & Kibana
• PostgreSQL
• Git
• Playwright & Jest

What You'll Be Doing

Working within an agile engineering team, you'll be developing and supporting modern software solutions, contributing to system design, testing, documentation and customer-focused delivery. You'll also be involved in handling sensitive information within secure environments and helping ensure solutions meet stringent operational requirements.

Clearance Requirements

Active SC Clearance is essential
NPPV3 highly desirable

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on projects that have a genuine impact on national security while utilising a modern technology stack and largely remote working model.