Software Engineer

Applause IT Limited; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Applause IT Limited is seeking a Software Engineer in Nottingham with a strong Python background to work across software development, DevOps and infrastructure automation. You’ll contribute to secure software projects through the full development lifecycle, collaborating with experienced engineers across multiple product teams in a hybrid working environment.

3–5+ years’ experience, Linux and Bash scripting, and knowledge of CI/CD, Docker and Kubernetes are required; UK SC security clearance

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of commercial software engineering experience.
• Proficient in Python.
• Experience with Linux and shell scripting.
• Familiar with Agile development processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality Python software.
• Contribute across the full development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineers across product teams.
• Implement Linux-based software development.
• Bash scripting for automation.
• Support CI/CD and DevOps tooling.
• Use Infrastructure as Code practices.
• Deploy using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Document technical details and best practices.
• Participate in sprint planning and Agile ceremonies.

Skills

Python

Linux

Bash scripting

Agile development

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

Job description

Software Engineer

Location: Nottingham (Hybrid)

Python | Linux | DevOps | Kubernetes | Terraform | SC Eligible

Are you a Software Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on technically challenging software within a collaborative engineering environment?

We're working with an established technology business looking to add a Software Engineer to its growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong Python background who enjoys working across software development, DevOps and infrastructure automation.

The Role

You'll work on a variety of secure software projects, contributing throughout the full development lifecycle whilst collaborating closely with experienced engineers across multiple product teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing high-quality software using Python
• Linux-based software development
• Bash scripting and automation
• CI/CD and DevOps tooling
• Infrastructure as Code
• Docker & Kubernetes deployments
• Technical documentation
• Third-line technical investigations
• Sprint planning and Agile ceremonies
• Mentoring colleagues and contributing to engineering best practice

Required Experience

• 3-5+ years commercial software engineering experience
• Python
• Linux
• Bash scripting
• Agile development

Highly Desirable

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Helm
• Terraform
• Ansible
• Jenkins
• Secure software environments
• Existing SC Clearance

Why Apply?

• Diverse engineering projects
• Hybrid working
• Strong technical culture
• Investment in learning and development
• Exposure to cutting-edge DevOps technologies
• Long-term career progression

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain UK SC Security Clearance. Existing SC Clearance is highly advantageous.