Senior Software Developer - FCDO Services - SEO

Manchester Digital; England; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK government service is seeking a Senior Software Developer to create secure software solutions and support cloud initiatives. The role requires collaborative work in delivering innovative software for government projects along with a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a Civil Service Pension and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Civil Service Pension

On-site gym

Access to training and development

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Agile & ITIL Foundation level qualifications or relevant practical experience.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant programming languages.
• Ability to work in a secure enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, correct and document large programmes.
• Collaborate on web content and appearance.
• Analyse data requirements and evaluate potential solutions.

Skills

Agile

ITIL Foundation

Microsoft certification

Database concepts

Programming languages

Job description

Location

Hanslope, South East England, MK19 7BH

Overview

Senior Software Developer - FCDO Services - SEO. Full-time (Permanent) £48,801 - £53,697 plus Location Allowance £1,750. Published 19 September 2025. Closing date 19 October 2025.

Job summary

At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a broad range of related activities. Our Digital and Data technology team provides best-in-class solutions for clients, shaping and supporting a data‑driven future for the UK government. You’ll join a collaborative team delivering secure software, application support, and cloud-based initiatives for government partners.

Providing innovation to government partners

Working at the cutting-edge of technology

It all matters

Deliver and integrate world-class software for our global customers

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, correct and document large programmes and modifications from supplied specifications. Provide costs, timescales and resource estimates to effect change.
• Collaborate with clients and users on the content and appearance of complex web pages; create and test pages with specified content and layout; develop web interfaces to new or existing applications.
• Analyse data requirements to establish, modify or maintain object and data models; evaluate potential solutions and demonstrate, install and commission selected products.
• Use application management software and tools to collect performance statistics to ensure targets are met; perform essential maintenance and identify and resolve problems.
• Maintain knowledge of specialist technical areas and apply this to execute tasks and provide detailed advice regarding their application.
• Apply specialist development skills to help defend the UK’s interests in a secure enterprise environment.

Qualifications and skills

Desirable and essential qualifications include:

• Agile & ITIL Foundation level qualifications or relevant practical experience; Microsoft role-based certification (Associate) and related product certifications; ability to work in a secure enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of database concepts, object and data modelling techniques and design principles; understanding of database architectures, software and facilities.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant programming languages; experience in a variety of ITIL3 environments is desirable.

Experience and attributes

• Substantial experience in relevant roles within enterprise environments and secure settings.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills; strong problem-solving abilities.
• Subject matter expertise in a key technology, tool or product is desirable.

Benefits and development

Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and Civil Service Pension. Access to training and development opportunities to grow your career. On-site gym, nursery, café and restaurant. Interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes. These benefits support your work and career growth.

Security and eligibility

All colleagues must be security cleared before joining. Successful applicants will undergo the DV (Developed Vetting) clearance process. For more information on vetting, visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/.

Additional information

To learn more about our benefits and organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk. The organisation is committed to diversity and inclusion and is highlighted as a Disability Confident employer and a Carer Confident workplace. Candidates judged to be close to meeting criteria may be considered for other positions with potential skill matches.