Senior Software Engineer - Cloud/DevOps, Security Cleared

Northrop Grumman; Preston; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a developer with high-level UK Government clearance. You will perform hands-on coding in Java, JavaScript, or Python, while contributing to a code base and supporting cloud-based architectures. The role offers flexible working options, including compressed schedules, and includes benefits like private healthcare and career development opportunities. Join a team that contributes to advancing technology for a more secure future.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Private health care

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Mentorship

Pension

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience developing software in Java, JavaScript, or Python.
• Understanding of cloud-based architectures in AWS or Azure.
• Experience with DevOps automated deployment tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on development and contribute to the code base.
• Design software features to realize the product roadmap.
• Break down large pieces of work into well-defined tasks.
• Support setup and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrate development work to customers.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

Python

AWS

Azure

Jenkins

GitLab

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

SQL

Elasticsearch

MongoDB

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a developer with high-level UK Government clearance. You will perform hands-on coding in Java, JavaScript, or Python, while contributing to a code base and supporting cloud-based architectures. The role offers flexible working options, including compressed schedules, and includes benefits like private healthcare and career development opportunities. Join a team that contributes to advancing technology for a more secure future.