Software Engineer, Java Developer, Backend Developer

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:
Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time Software Engineer Salary: £36,000 - £53,000 Clearance Type: SC

Location:

Cheltenham (hybrid) What's your possible? At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. We call it Defining Possible. This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. This is more than just a job.

It's a mission. As a Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing and maintaining the software that powers mission-critical solutions across defence, national security and technology programmes. Joining a collaborative team of experienced engineers, you'll work on meaningful projects that have real-world impact, helping to solve complex challenges while building your technical expertise. Whether your interests lie in backend development, frontend engineering, cloud technologies or modern software delivery practices, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute from day one.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career software engineer looking to accelerate your development while working with cutting-edge technologies in an environment where innovation, learning and teamwork are highly valued.

• Contribute to the design, development, testing and maintenance of high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers to deliver innovative features and enhancements across the software development lifecycle.
• Participate in code reviews, applying feedback to continuously improve code quality and technical capability.
• Break down work into manageable tasks and contribute to Agile ceremonies, sprint planning and delivery activities.
• Demonstrate completed work to colleagues and stakeholders through sprint reviews and showcases.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help maintain engineering best practice within the team.

• Backend development using Java, Spring Boot or Python.
• Frontend development using JavaScript, Type Script or React.
• Understanding of software engineering principles, including version control, testing and code quality practices.
• Experience working within Agile or collaborative development environments.
• Knowledge of cloud, containerisation or deployment technologies such as AWS, Docker or Kubernetes would be beneficial.
• Exposure to database technologies including SQL, MongoDB or Elasticsearch would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach to learning, receiving feedback and continuously developing technical skills.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. We value potential, diverse perspectives and transferable skills, and we're committed to helping talented people grow their careers.

Security Clearance Due to the nature of our work, you must be a sole UK national and hold UK Government security clearance in line with the job role and requirements.

Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements
• Compressed fortnight working pattern with every other Friday off
• Private healthcare, dental cover, life assurance and pension
• Flexible benefits package, including critical illness cover and health cash plan
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Career development and learning programmes
• Annual performance incentive programme
• Access to mentoring and professional development opportunities

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