Senior Software Engineer — Impactful Cyber/Security Tech (Hybrid)

UK Intelligence Services; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site facilities

Job summary

GCHQ is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in solving mission‑critical challenges. You will contribute to the architecture and design of both new and existing systems, establish best practices, and deliver high‑quality software solutions in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with JavaScript, Java, Node.js, Python, Rust, and Go across diverse frameworks. Expect responsibilities including code review strategies, deploying scalable solutions, and mentoring others while

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple software engineering frameworks and languages.
• Ability to design, review, and maintain high-quality software solutions.
• Experience leading Agile project teams and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design new and existing systems.
• Define code review, branching and deployment strategies.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing engineering team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful software.

Skills

JavaScript

Java

Node.js

Python

Rust

Go

C++

Golang

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Tools

CMake

Helm

YAML

JSON

containerisation

observability

DevOps

Linux

Kubernetes

Job description

GCHQ is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in solving mission‑critical challenges. You will contribute to the architecture and design of both new and existing systems, establish best practices, and deliver high‑quality software solutions in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with JavaScript, Java, Node.js, Python, Rust, and Go across diverse frameworks. Expect responsibilities including code review strategies, deploying scalable solutions, and mentoring others while