Software Engineering Professional

BT Group; Cheltenham; Vor Ort; GBP 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

BT Pension scheme

On-call allowance

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Healthcare

Zusammenfassung

BT Group is seeking a seasoned software engineering professional in the UK to deliver high-quality software solutions. This role requires security clearance (DV) and will involve working on sensitive national infrastructure projects with a specialist security team.

The role emphasizes ownership, coaching, and collaboration with customers and internal teams across projects. It offers extensive professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in delivering software engineering projects.
• Experience in software development using at least one of the listed languages.
• Ability to take personal responsibility, autonomy and ownership.
• Required to hold and maintain Security (DV) clearance.
• Office-based role with no home working; occasional travel to customer sites.

Aufgaben

• Delivers on the engineering strategy through delivery of high quality, well-tested software solutions, on time and on budget.
• Has defined authority and personal responsibility for the delivery of a broad range of complex technical work.
• Works closely with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Influences customers and internal organization at a project level.
• Performs technical coaching and mentoring, continuously developing and improving team knowledge and capability.

Kenntnisse

Software engineering

Languages: Python/C++/Java

DV security clearance

Office-based role

Tools

Javascript

MEAN stack

Jenkins

Docker

Git

Kubernetes

AWS

Jobbeschreibung

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Career Grade: E

Internal Closing Date: 24/06/2026

Why this job matters

Security isn't always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good. You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

What you'll be doing

• Delivers on the engineering strategy through delivery of high quality, and well-tested, software solutions, on time and on budget. Creatively applies a wide range of technical and/management principles.
• Has defined authority and personal responsibility for the delivery of a broad range of complex technical work.
• Works closely with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Influences customers and internal organization at a project level.
• Performs technical coaching and mentoring, continuously developing and improving team knowledge and capability

Essential Skills

• Experience in delivering software engineering projects
• Experience in software development using at least one of the following languages: Python, C++, Objective-C, Java, C#, C.
• Ability to take personal responsibility, autonomy and ownership
• Required to hold and maintain Security (DV) clearance.
• Required to work from our office locations, with occasional travel to customer sites. There is no option for home working.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in additional software engineering technologies such as Javascript, MEAN stack, Jenkins, docker, git, Kubernetes, AWS.
• Experience in agile project methods.

Our Package

• Competitive salary
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• On-call allowance (Depending on role requirements)
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It's for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women's health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer's leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100's of retail discounts including the BT shop

#LI-Onsite

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience.

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.