Senior Software Developer

Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

Location: Sheffield, Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Develope
r to join a high-profile government programme. You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, high-performing systems within a modern microservices architectur
e.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, Agile environment on large-scale services that impact millions of users.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable Java-based application
• Contribute to and enhance large-scale microservice architecture
• Build and consume RESTful API
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code using TDD and BDD practice
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams including Product Owners, QA, and Dev Ops
• Participate in code reviews and ensure best practices are followed
• Support continuous improvement and innovation within the development team.
• Strong commercial experience with Java 21 (or later)
• Proven experience working within microservices-based architecture
• Solid experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)
• Hands-on experience with TDD and BDD approaches
• Experience developing and integrating APIs
• Experience with MongoDB or other document-based databases
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience working in secure or regulated environment
• Experience working on government or public sector projects
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practice
• Experience with containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes)

• Active SC Clearance is mandatory
• Willingness to attend office locations as agreed with project requirements