Software Engineer – Government & Agile Consulting (On-site)

Opencast | B Corp™; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% employer pension

Share options

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday

Life happens days (3)

Wellbeing support

Professional development

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Opencast invites software developers who value craft and collaboration. We build software we are proud of, with TDD, pairing, and government-ready services. You’ll join consultants delivering in complex environments, pairing often, and mentoring others.

The role combines hands-on coding with stakeholder engagement, travel to client locations across the UK, and a focus on clean design and agile practices. If you’re drawn to robust, well-architected solutions, this is a great fit.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Developer with Java or Scala.
• Strong testing practices including TDD and pair programming.
• Ability to travel regularly to client locations across the UK.
• SC clearance or willingness to undergo clearance.
• Experience delivering complex digital services aligned to government standards.
• Proven ability to work in agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Build high-quality, user-centred services using Java or Scala.
• Design and develop well-structured, maintainable systems using object-oriented principles.
• Apply strong testing practices to ensure quality, reliability and confidence in your work.
• Bring recent government (public sector) experience
• Deliver complex digital services aligned to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards
• Adapt to new technologies, continuously developing your skills and contributing across the stack.
• Work effectively within agile teams to deliver value.

Skills

Java

Scala

TDD

Agile

Govt/public sector experience

Job description

Opencast invites software developers who value craft and collaboration. We build software we are proud of, with TDD, pairing, and government-ready services. You’ll join consultants delivering in complex environments, pairing often, and mentoring others.

The role combines hands-on coding with stakeholder engagement, travel to client locations across the UK, and a focus on clean design and agile practices. If you’re drawn to robust, well-architected solutions, this is a great fit.