Software Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

CGI; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Software Engineer in the Secure Innovation & Advisory team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies that safeguard our nation. You will collaborate with clients to develop secure software solutions, leveraging modern practices and tools in a dynamic environment. The company is committed to your growth, providing extensive learning opportunities and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. If you're a self-motivated individual ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing secure software solutions.
• Understanding of cloud technologies and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver secure software solutions using modern technologies.
• Collaborate with clients to meet their technology needs.

Skills

Containerisation/Container Security

Microservice Architectures

API Development

Cloud platforms and technologies

Cloud native Apps

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

NodeJS

Python

JavaScript

Agile software development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Software Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

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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 HMG High-Level Clearance (HLC). While there is some flexibility for remote or hybrid work, onsite attendance at the specified location(s) 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 foster 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 will 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
• Tools like 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
• Requirements analysis
• Software technology knowledge

Our Culture and Values

At CGI, ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging are at our core. You will have the opportunity to reach your full potential by being an owner from day one, contributing to our collective success, and actively shaping our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value by developing innovative solutions and building relationships with teammates and clients, leveraging global capabilities to scale ideas and embrace new opportunities.

We support your career growth through leadership that cares about your well-being and offers opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Join us—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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