Senior Software Engineer in Gloucestershire

Energy Jobline ZR; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong Python and AWS experience for a hybrid role in Cheltenham. This position involves designing and developing software solutions for critical government projects. Candidates must have 4+ years in Python and AWS, and must hold a UK passport with eligibility for security clearance. The role promotes innovation and teamwork with a focus on personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Free 24/7 counselling helpline

Dedicated career coach

Expenses for lunch and refreshments

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Python programming.
• 4+ years of experience with AWS.
• Experience in building modern cloud-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software solutions.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with clients in an Agile environment.

Skills

Python

AWS

Agile Development

CI/CD Pipelines

Collaboration

Tools

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer – Security - SC Clearable - Python - AWS

Role: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Cheltenham / Hybrid Work

Clearance: SC Cleared / Eligible for SC

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000

About the Role

We’re seeking talented Senior Software Engineers with strong Python and AWS experience to join Agile delivery teams supporting a range of complex and high-impact Central Government and Critical Infrastructure projects. You’ll help design, develop, and deploy bespoke software solutions that deliver real-world mission value.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience across the full software development lifecycle— from concept through delivery — working with modern technologies and open‑source tools in secure cloud environments.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and test robust software solutions using modern engineering practices.
• Work with a range of open‑source libraries, frameworks, and components.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab, ensuring code quality and security.
• Deploy software systems across public (AWS) and private cloud environments.
• Engage in all stages of the software lifecycle— from requirements analysis to support and maintenance.
• Collaborate closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams in an Agile environment.

About You

We’re particularly interested Senior Engineers with hands‑on Back End or Full Stack experience:

• 4+ years Python experience
• 4+ years AWS experience
• Agile development environments.
• Building, testing, and deploying modern cloud‑based applications.
• Previous consultancy experience is beneficial but not essential.
• You’ll be proactive, collaborative, and motivated to work on meaningful, technically challenging projects that make a difference.

Due to the nature of work, you must be willing and eligible to gain UK Security Clearance. To qualify for this, you must be a British passport holder and have lived permanently in the UK for the last 5 years.

Culture & Benefits

We take pride in creating an environment where everyone can thrive — valuing innovation, teamwork, and personal growth.

• Wellbeing: Free 24/7 counselling helpline and employee assistance programme
• Flexibility: Cheltenham office with hybrid working available
• Growth: Dedicated career coach to support personal and professional development
• Social: Regular team get‑togethers, summer parties, and annual company away‑days
• Onsite Allowances: Expenses provided for lunch and refreshments

Apply

If you’re an ambitious Software Engineer looking to apply your skills to impactful, mission‑focused projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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