SC-Cleared Backend Engineer | Java/Python | Hybrid Cloud

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Secure Technical Consultancy in Cheltenham is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Java and Python. This role involves developing and maintaining backend services in a hybrid environment (3 days onsite), and requires active SC clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work. Ideal candidates should have experience with cloud technologies like AWS or Azure, alongside knowledge of Kubernetes and Terraform. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 and generous benefits.

Benefits

Salary up to £80,000

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Opportunity to go through DV vetting

Qualifications

• Active SC Clearance is essential for the role.
• Strong commercial experience with Java and/or Python required.
• Experience working with Cloud Technologies (Azure / AWS) in production environments is needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve backend services and applications.
• Take ownership of technical delivery within your area of the system.
• Work closely with other engineers, DevOps, and stakeholders in an agile environment.

Skills

Java

Python

Kubernetes

Terraform

Cloud Technologies (Azure/AWS)

Active SC Clearance

Job description

A growing Secure Technical Consultancy in Cheltenham is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Java and Python. This role involves developing and maintaining backend services in a hybrid environment (3 days onsite), and requires active SC clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work. Ideal candidates should have experience with cloud technologies like AWS or Azure, alongside knowledge of Kubernetes and Terraform. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 and generous benefits.