Python Developer

Python Software Engineer – National Security & Cloud

Location
:
Gloucester (Hybrid/Flexible)

Type
:
Permanent

Sector
:
National Security / Defence

A leading defence and national security technology organisation seeks Python Software Engineers to join their UK team. Work on high-impact projects supporting government and national security clients, designing and implementing software solutions in secure, cloud-enabled environments.

This role offers opportunities to work on AWS Cloud infrastructure, data processing, and real‑time systems, while mentoring junior developers and contributing to critical, high‑assurance software solutions.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions in Python.
• Work on AWS Cloud infrastructure and support cloud‑based deployment pipelines.
• Analyse and troubleshoot code defects.
• Contribute to secure and reliable software solutions for national security clients.
• Collaborate with other developers and mentor junior team members where applicable.

• Strong experience in Python development.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS Cloud services.
• Experience working in secure or high‑assurance environments is desirable.
• Good problem‑solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Eligibility for UK Government SC clearance (mandatory).

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunities to make a real impact on national security projects.
• Inclusive, diverse and collaborative organisational culture.
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• Engagement with community and outreach activities to build tech and cyber skills.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting