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Senior Java Software Engineer

Job in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50, England, UK
Listing for: Additional Resources Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-28
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Backend Developer, Java Developer, Software Engineer, DevOps
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Excellent Benefits Package

Important:
You must already hold valid SC Security Clearance to be considered for this position.

We’re recruiting an experienced Senior Software Developer to join an innovative engineering team, developing high-performance backend software solutions using Java and C++ within Linux environments
.

This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to take technical ownership, contribute to architecture and technical strategy, and mentor other developers while working on complex, enterprise-scale systems.

What you’ll be doing :
  • Designing and developing high-performance backend applications using Java and C++
  • Building APIs, microservices and distributed applications
  • Leading the technical design and implementation of software components and services
  • Developing multithreaded and concurrent applications
  • Troubleshooting and optimising software performance within Linux environments
  • Conducting code reviews and maintaining high engineering standards
  • Supporting architectural decisions and technical roadmaps
  • Containerising applications using Docker
  • Contributing to CI/CD and Dev Sec Ops practices
  • Mentoring junior and mid-level software engineers
  • Working closely with customers and internal stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
What we’re looking for:
  • 5+ years’ commercial software development experience
  • Strong Java and/or C++ development skills
  • Strong experience working within Linux environments
  • Backend applications, APIs and distributed systems experience
  • Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns and OOP
  • Experience with multithreading and concurrent development
  • Relational and/or No

    SQL database experience
  • Docker/containerisation knowledge
  • CI/CD experience – Jenkins, Git Lab CI/CD or Azure Dev Ops
  • Strong debugging, performance analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working within Agile development environments
  • Salary up to £80,000
  • 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Company pension contributions
  • Dedicated training package and development budget
  • Excellent opportunities for career progression

Please note:
Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold valid SC Security Clearance at the time of application. Unfortunately, candidates without current SC clearance cannot be considered.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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