Senior Software Engineer: Hybrid Work + Growth Path

Careers at MI5, MI6 and GCHQ; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

On-site facilities

Job summary

GCHQ is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to drive architecture and design of mission-critical software systems. You will promote best practices, deliver high-quality solutions, and lead and mentor a team while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to advance technical priorities.

The role blends on-site work with flexible home-working where possible. You will apply cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with a pragmatic approach to adopting new techniques and tools.

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Led Agile project teams and delivered high-quality software solutions.
• Ability to mentor others and drive technical priorities.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design software systems and promote best practices.
• Deliver high-quality software solutions and practical engineering improvements.
• Lead and mentor teams, engage with stakeholders, and set technical direction.

Skills

AWS

Azure

GCP

Agile leadership

Mentoring

Job description

GCHQ is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to drive architecture and design of mission-critical software systems. You will promote best practices, deliver high-quality solutions, and lead and mentor a team while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to advance technical priorities.

The role blends on-site work with flexible home-working where possible. You will apply cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with a pragmatic approach to adopting new techniques and tools.