Software Engineer

Meritus; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Defence and National Security sector is seeking skilled Software Engineers to join their team in Cheltenham. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects that make a significant impact. Candidates should have a strong background in Agile methodologies and experience with CI/CD tools like Docker and Kubernetes. With competitive salaries and the chance to hold active security clearance, this role offers a unique chance to grow your career while contributing to vital national initiatives. Join a team where your skills are not just recognized but celebrated!

Qualifications

• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments is essential.
• Active security clearance (SC, DV, eDV) is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software solutions for national security projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.

Skills

Agile / Scrum

C++

Python

SQL

CI/CD

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Git

Job description

Software Engineer

This range is provided by Meritus. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Software Engineering Opportunities | Defence / National Security Industry | Salaries up to £100,000 | Security Clearance Required | Cheltenham

MERITUS are working with a number of Defence / National Security clients in the Cheltenham area looking to grow their software engineering functions. We're looking to speak with experienced software engineers holding active security clearance (SC, DV, eDV).

Join a variety of our clients where your skills and expertise are not just valued but celebrated. As a vital asset to their organization, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to ground-breaking projects and initiatives that make a real difference.

We're looking for people with experience in the following areas:

• Strong experience developing solutions in an Agile / Scrum environment.
• Exposure to building CI / CD solutions (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins Git etc).
• Holding active clearance (SC, DV, eDV).

Available Roles:

• Lead Developers, National Security / Defence, C++ or Python, Up to £80,000.
• Cyber Software Engineers, National Security, Python or C++, Up to £105,000
• Data Software Engineers, National Security, Python & SQL, Up to £105,000
• Developers, National Security / Defence, C++, Python or Java, Up to £60,000.
• Senior Developers, Consultancy, Java / React, Up to £100,000.

If you're interested in hearing more about any of these opportunities then please apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Analyst, and Consulting

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing and IT Services and IT Consulting

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