Security-Cleared Senior Data Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Private healthcare

Dental cover

Life assurance

Competitive pension scheme

Flexible benefits package

Holiday buy and sell

Career development programmes

Annual performance incentive

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions for critical programmes. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-performing software in environments where reliability matters.

UK citizenship is required for clearance and relocation support may be available. Flexible working options, a strong benefits package, and clear career development pathways are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, developing, and testing software applications using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, system design, and software development lifecycle practices.
• Experience analysing requirements and translating technical and business needs into software solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications across the development lifecycle.
• Analyse user requirements and system capabilities to deliver effective software.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and engineering teams to integrate software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with a focus on quality and security.

Skills

Modern programming languages

Software design principles

Team collaboration

Job description

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions for critical programmes. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-performing software in environments where reliability matters.

UK citizenship is required for clearance and relocation support may be available. Flexible working options, a strong benefits package, and clear career development pathways are offered.