Software Engineering Specialist 52244

BT Business; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 10%

Online private GP 24/7

Carers leave 2 weeks

Maternity/Paternity leave

BT product discounts

Pension scheme

Holiday purchase

Flexible benefits

Job summary

BT and its security division is seeking a Software Engineering Specialist for a Cheltenham on-site role. You will deliver high-quality software solutions, defining technical roadmaps and guiding delivery within a security-focused team.

Eligibility requires DV security clearance and UK residence of 10+ years. The role is full-time, based in Cheltenham, with Monday–Friday 37.5 hours. You will work with a team shaping security capabilities for customers and society.

Qualifications

• Agile development experience required.
• Proficiency in programming and software testing.
• Experience with application development and full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Delivers on the engineering strategy through delivery of high quality, and well-tested, software solutions, on time and on budget.
• Has defined authority and responsibility for a significant area of work covering technical responsibilities.
• Works closely with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Establishes technical objectives, defines technical roadmaps and delegates responsibilities.
• Influences a significant part of own organisation and influences customers/suppliers and industry at a senior management level.

Skills

Agile development

Programming

Software testing

Application development

Software development lifecycle

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineering Specialist Req ID: 52244

Function: Security

Location: Cheltenham

Why this job matters

You will make a significant contribution in one of our highly skilled teams that work on world-class customer-focussed capabilities. Every project we deliver and every new opportunity we seek to win and grow, makes a significant difference to protecting the society in which we live. You will be part of an innovative team that will offer unrivalled personal development and a wealth of opportunities to learn and experience new things. This job role is be based in Cheltenham, Onsite (Office based 5 days per week). Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week. You will need to be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance before starting this role. You will need to have lived in the UK for 10+ years to be eligible.

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.
• Has defined authority and responsibility for a significant area of work covering technical responsibilities.
• Works closely with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Establishes technical objectives, defines technical roadmaps and delegates responsibilities.
• Influences a significant part of own organisation and influences customers/suppliers and industry at a senior management level (e.g. around resourcing of delivery teams and technical direction of work).

Essential experience

• Agile development
• Programming
• Software testing
• Application development
• Software development lifecycle

Desirable experience

• Have knowledge of Security solutions or delivered a security project
• Have Security Clearance at DV level or be prepared to go through the process

Our package

Tailored benefits make a real difference. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life. You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle.

Your core benefits include:

• 10% on target annual bonus
• Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
• Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
• Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave – 18 weeks’ full pay and 8 weeks’ half pay
• Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
• Market leading Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10% from us
• Holiday purchase scheme
• You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you’re ready.

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 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.