SC Cleared Software Engineer

iO Associates; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client is a defence and security sector organisation seeking a SC Cleared Software Engineer to develop and maintain critical software systems. The role focuses on Java and C++ development, Spring Boot, and modern CI/CD practices to support high-profile projects with robust testing and security requirements.

Join a collaborative team working on scalable architectures, cloud technologies, and data platforms like Elasticsearch, Kibana, MongoDB, Kafka, and RabbitMQ.

Qualifications

• SC level security clearance required.
• Extensive experience with Java and C++ development.
• Proven experience building and maintaining software with CI/CD pipelines and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality software applications in line with project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of software components.
• Contribute to source code management and version control practices using tools such as Git.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, utilising platforms like GitLab, Jenkins, or AWS CodeCommit.
• Implement unit testing frameworks to ensure software robustness and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement activities.
• Proven experience in software development using Java and C++.
• Proficiency with Spring Boot and reactive programming (e.g., Spring Reactive).
• Familiarity with source control management, particularly Git.
• Practical knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, CodeCommit).
• Experience writing and maintaining unit tests, preferably in Python.
• Security clearance at the SC level or higher.
• Experience with ElasticSearch, Kibana, or MongoDB.
• Knowledge of messaging platforms such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Familiarity with ScalaTest or similar testing frameworks.
• Exposure to scalable architectures and cloud technologies.

Skills

Java

C++

Spring Boot

Reactive programming

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Python unit testing

Elasticsearch

Kibana

MongoDB

Kafka

RabbitMQ

ScalaTest

Cloud technologies

Security clearance (SC)

Tools

Git

GitLab

Jenkins

AWS CodeCommit

Spring Boot

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Elasticsearch

Kibana

MongoDB

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a SC Cleared Software Engineer

Our Client is a reputable organisation operating within the defence and security sector. Renowned for its innovation, commitment to excellence, and collaborative culture, the company offers a dynamic environment where industry professionals can thrive and contribute to impactful projects. With a focus on growth and technological advancement, Our Client prides itself on delivering solutions that make a difference.

Role Overview

This role has been created to support a critical expansion initiative within the organisation. As a pivotal member of the technical team, the Software Engineer will play a strategic role in developing and maintaining essential software systems. This is a unique chance to work on high-profile projects that require advanced security clearance and technical prowess. Your expertise will directly influence the success of the organisation’s mission-critical objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality software applications in line with project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of software components.
• Contribute to source code management and version control practices using tools such as Git.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, utilising platforms like GitLab, Jenkins, or AWS CodeCommit.
• Implement unit testing frameworks to ensure software robustness and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement activities.
• Proven experience in software development using Java and C++.
• Proficiency with Spring Boot and reactive programming (e.g., Spring Reactive).
• Familiarity with source control management, particularly Git.
• Practical knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, CodeCommit).
• Experience writing and maintaining unit tests, preferably in Python.
• Security clearance at the SC level or higher.
• Experience with ElasticSearch, Kibana, or MongoDB.
• Knowledge of messaging platforms such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Familiarity with ScalaTest or similar testing frameworks.
• Exposure to scalable architectures and cloud technologies.

Join a forward-looking organisation where your skills will contribute to innovative projects at the forefront of security and technology.