Senior Software Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Private health care

Career development

Performance bonuses

Compressed work schedule (every other/

Friday off every other week

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Manchester to design, develop and maintain the critical infrastructure powering our services. You will contribute hands-on coding across backend and frontend components and help shape the product road map in an Agile environment.

The role requires leadership to guide engineers through technical and delivery challenges, with hybrid work options. UK citizenship and the ability to obtain the highest level of UK government clearance are

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Engineer in backend and frontend domains with listed stacks.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, containerisation, deployment and cloud platforms.
• Understanding of databases such as SQL, Elasticsearch or MongoDB.
• Strong communication, collaboration and problem solving in Agile teams.
• Security clearance: ability to gain and maintain the highest UK Government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on development and contribute to the code base including peer review.
• Design software features to realise the product road map and justify design choices.
• Break down large work into well-defined tasks in an Agile manner.
• Support setup and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrate development work to internal and external customers.

Skills

Backend development

Frontend development

Team leadership

Java Spring Boot

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Tools

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

SQL

Elasticsearch

MongoDB

Job description

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeSenior Software EngineerLocation: Manchester – hybridSalary: £44,000 - £66,000 DOEClearance: You must currently hold the highest level of UK Government clearanceDefine Possible at Northrop Grumman UKAt 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 codePerform design of software features to realise the product road map and be able to explain design choicesSupport breaking down of large pieces of work into well-defined tasks to be implemented in an Agile mannerSupport setup and maintenance of continuous integration and deployment pipelinesPerform demonstrations to internal and external customers of development workBenefits: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. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.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 MongoDBStrong 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 .Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: [e-mail] 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.Ready to apply?Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support: [e-mail], I don’t think this role is right for me – Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting, new opportunities opening all the time. Speak to our team to discuss your career goals.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.