Senior Software Engineer – Cyber/Defence (Hybrid)

Mane Contract Services; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Senior Software Engineers based in Gloucester to support Defence and Cyber programmes. The selected candidates will contribute to innovative DevSecOps software solutions, enjoying a flexible work-life balance with hybrid working options. Key responsibilities include software development, translating customer requirements, and championing automation. DV clearance is essential, and applicants are encouraged to apply even if they don't meet every requirement.

Qualifications

• DV clearance is required to start.
• Passion for software engineering and readiness for career progression.
• Willing to apply even if not meeting every requirement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out software development activities under guidance.
• Design and develop tests for software debugging.
• Translate customer requirements into software features.
• Identify and correct program errors.
• Prepare operating instructions and maintain documentation.
• Analyse system capabilities to resolve software development questions.
• Champion automation including Infrastructure as Code.

Skills

Java proficiency

Python knowledge

C++ knowledge

JavaScript knowledge

TypeScript knowledge

React knowledge

Linux experience

JUnit 5 understanding

Git version control

Agile SCRUM proficiency

Experience with relational databases

GitLab CI/CD experience

Experience with Apache NiFi

Familiarity with Atlassian tools

Elasticsearch experience

Hibernate experience

AWS services knowledge

Building CI/CD pipelines

Education

Oracle Java Certification

AWS Certification

ISTQB Certification

OSCP Certification

CCNA Certification

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Senior Software Engineers based in Gloucester to support Defence and Cyber programmes. The selected candidates will contribute to innovative DevSecOps software solutions, enjoying a flexible work-life balance with hybrid working options. Key responsibilities include software development, translating customer requirements, and championing automation. DV clearance is essential, and applicants are encouraged to apply even if they don't meet every requirement.