Software Engineer

Xibis Ltd; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Gloucester is seeking a Software Engineer to support innovative solutions in the Secure Innovation & Advisory team. The role requires collaboration with clients and working on high-security projects. Candidates should have strong skills in cloud technologies, microservices, and a commitment to Agile methodologies. This position offers a dynamic environment for professional growth and development with opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in containerization and container security.
• Proficiency in microservice architectures and API development.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand their technology needs.
• Design, develop, and deliver secure software solutions.
• Work within an Agile environment to meet project deadlines.
• Contribute to system architecture and technical documentation.

Skills

Cloud Native Development

DevOps

English

Full Stack Development

Microservices

Solution Design

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Kubernetes

OpenShift

NodeJS

Java 8

Python

Job description

Software Engineer

Position ID: J0725-0251

Employment Type: Full Time

Main location: United Kingdom, England - South West, Gloucester

Position Description

CGI’s Space, Defence, and Intelligence business unit is dedicated to delivering cutting‑edge technical solutions that address the most complex challenges faced by government agencies. Our mission‑critical systems are custom‑built to ensure security, reliability, and innovation, helping our clients protect the nation and its people. We are currently seeking a Software Developer to join our Secure Innovation & Advisory team, working collaboratively with clients to deliver impactful solutions.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with groundbreaking technologies in a dynamic and rewarding environment. At CGI, we are deeply committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering extensive learning opportunities to help you stay at the forefront of an ever‑evolving technology landscape. Our culture values innovation, collaboration, and ownership, making it an ideal environment for self‑motivated individuals to thrive.

Please note, due to the highly secure nature of the project, this role is open only to UK Nationals (not dual nationals or visa holders) who hold or are eligible for High‑Level Clearance (HLC). While there is some flexibility for remote or hybrid work, onsite attendance at the specified location will be required for secure system access.

Your Future Duties And Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer in our Secure Innovation & Advisory division, you will play a key role in delivering innovative solutions to help safeguard our country. You will work closely with clients to exploit new and bespoke technologies, providing them with a competitive advantage. The systems you develop will be built for performance, security, reliability, and scalability, leveraging modern CI/CD tooling and practices.

Key Tasks

• Collaborating with clients to understand and meet their technology needs.
• Design, develop, and deliver secure software solutions using the latest technologies.
• Work within an Agile environment to meet tight project deadlines while maintaining high‑quality output.
• Contribute to system architecture, design, and technical documentation, including LLDs, user guides, and release notes.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

We are heavily committed to developing our members and will provide excellent learning and development opportunities to ensure that your knowledge and skills keep pace with the evolving technology landscape. We engender a culture of innovation, collaboration and ownership; highly motivated self‑starters thrive within our organisation. Although we would like candidates to have all the mandatory requirements, we would consider high quality individuals who meet most of the criteria.

• Containerisation/Container Security
• Microservice Architectures
• API Development, REST, Swagger, OpenAPI, gRPC
• Cloud platforms and technologies, AWS (e.g. Lambda, API Gateway, EKS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Cloud native Apps, Kubernetes, OpenShift, MicroK8s
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation & configuration management
• Ansible (plus Puppet, Saltstack), Terraform, CloudFormation
• NodeJS, REACT/MaterialUI (plus Angular), Python, JavaScript
• Big data processing and analysis, e.g. Apache Hadoop (CDH), Apache Spark
• RedHat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Debian or Ubuntu.
• Java 8, Spring framework (preferably Spring boot), AMQP – RabbitMQ
• Open source technologies
• Experience of Agile software development (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, etc)
• Experience writing technical documentation such as LLDs, user guides, release notes etc
• Requirements analysis.
• Software technology knowledge.

Skills

• Cloud Native Development
• DevOps
• English
• Full Stack Development
• Microservices
• Solution Design

What You Can Expect From Us

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well‑being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.