Senior Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK in Manchester is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop and maintain critical infrastructure powering our services. The role is hybrid and based in Manchester with responsibilities spanning end-to-end delivery and hands-on coding.

You will lead development, collaborate across teams, and guide delivery with strong engineering judgment while aligning with customer requirements. UK government clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Engineer with backend (Java Spring Boot) and frontend (JS/TS, React).
• Familiarity with CICD, containerisation, deployment tech & cloud platforms.
• Understanding of database technologies such as SQL, Elasticsearch or MongoDB.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on development and codebase contribution with peer reviews.
• Design software features to realise the product road map and explain design choices.
• Break down large work into well-defined tasks in Agile.
• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrate development work to internal and external customers.

Skills

Backend development

Java

Spring Boot

Maven

Python

Frontend development

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Npm

CI/CD

Containerisation

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

SQL

Elasticsearch

MongoDB

Communication

Agile

Tools

Jenkins

Docker

Job description

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Senior Software Engineer

Location: Manchester – hybrid

Salary: £44,000 - £66,000 DOE

Clearance: You must currently hold the highest level of UK Government clearance

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mind‑set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

Opportunity

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

As a Senior Engineer you play a pivotal role in designing, developing and maintaining the critical infrastructure that powers our services. You will be self‑driven and organised with a passion for building elegant and stable solutions. You will have the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects with complex challenges within a unique space. You’ll be at the forefront of delivering core solutions that have real world impact.

In addition, you will have a strong leadership mentality, guiding your team through both technical and delivery challenges to accommodate the customer’s requirements.

“My purpose is to lead a team of engineers, rise to the challenges presented, push the boundaries and define possible together.” – Matthew Bullock, Software Manager at Northrop Grumman UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on development and actively contribute to the code base including peer review of code
• Perform design of software features to realise the product road map and be able to explain design choices
• Support breaking down of large pieces of work into well‑defined tasks to be implemented in an Agile manner
• Support setup and maintenance of continuous integration and deployment pipelines
• Perform demonstrations to internal and external customers of development work

Benefits

We can offer you a range of flexible, hybrid and options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses.

We Are Looking For

• Experience as a Software Engineer in one of:
  • Backend development and it’s ecosystem (Java Spring boot, Maven, Python)
  • Frontend development and it’s ecosystem (JS/TS, React, Npm)
• Familiarity with CICD, containerisation, deployment technologies & cloud platforms (Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS).
• Understanding of database technologies such as SQL, Elasticsearch or MongoDB
• Strong communication, collaboration & problem solving skills, ideally with some experience in agile ways of working.

Security Clearance

You must be able to gain and maintain the highest level of UK Government clearance .

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees, to sponsoring our partnerships with Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence – we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong.
• Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development. Speak to our team to find the balance that’s right for you.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.