Software Engineer - Defence - 4 day week

Anson McCade; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day working week

Company benefits pack

1st class career progression and skill up

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Software Engineer to join their team in Gloucester. The role offers a hybrid working environment and the opportunity to work on critical defense software solutions. Candidates should have strong skills in Java and Python, along with experience in Agile methodologies. A DV clearance is preferred. This position includes a 4-day work week and excellent career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java, Python, and Linux-based development.
• Experience with modern frameworks and tools.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (especially AWS).
• DV clearance or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, high-performance software across the full development lifecycle.
• Design and debug complex systems, working with both front-end and back-end technologies.
• Contribute to DevSecOps pipelines and cloud-based architectures.
• Collaborate in Agile teams using SCRUM, CI/CD, and Git-based workflows.
• Mentor junior developers and help shape software best practices.

Skills

Java

Python

Linux

Agile methodologies

Cloud platforms

DevSecOps

Tools

JUnit

Git

Jira

MongoDB

React

Job description

Software Engineer - Defence - 4 day week

Software Engineer - Defence - 4 day week

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Information Technology Recruitment Consultant

Join a leading team delivering cutting-edge software solutions across Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence domains. Due to continued success and growth my client is in the market for talented Software Engineers from mid to senior level to support mission-critical systems that protect and innovate.

On Offer

• 4 day working week - 37.5 hours per week
• Company benefits pack
• Hybrid working options
• 1st class career progression and skill up

What You’ll Do:

• Develop secure, high-performance software across the full development lifecycle
• Design and debug complex systems, working with both front-end and back-end technologies
• Contribute to DevSecOps pipelines and cloud-based architectures
• Collaborate in Agile teams using SCRUM, CI/CD, and Git-based workflows
• Mentor junior developers and help shape software best practices

What You Need:

• Proficiency in Java, Python, and Linux-based development
• Experience with modern frameworks and tools like JUnit, Git, Jira, MongoDB, and React
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (especially AWS), microservices, and containerisation
• DV clearance (or eligibility to obtain it)

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Apache NiFi, JSF, Hibernate, Elasticsearch, Kibana, or AWS services like EC2, Lambda, EKS
• Knowledge of secure, scalable architectures for cloud deployments

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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