Software Engineer, Systems Engineer

Overview

Technology is moving fast, and this business is at the forefront — delivering secure, innovative digital solutions to some of the most complex and high-stakes environments. They’re growing their software engineering team and are looking for someone who thrives on solving problems, collaborating, and making an impact.

• Location: Farnborough x2 a week (with up to 12 weeks a year global travel - fully expensed)
• Package: Up to £70,000 + strong benefits
• Industry: Defence & Secure Digital Technology

• Designing, developing, and maintaining modern software solutions with a collaborative engineering team.
• Building front-end interfaces with JavaScript/Type Script (React) and developing robust back-end services in Java, Python, or Go.
• Using GIT for version control and working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Deploying and maintaining applications with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
• Staying hands-on with containerisation, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Engaging in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and adopting best practices.
• Travelling worldwide to support deployments and customer projects.

• Strong commercial experience with React and JavaScript/Type Script.
• Back-end development in Java, Python, or Go.
• Cloud expertise with AWS or Azure.
• Practical experience with Docker and CI/CD automation.
• Solid understanding of software design principles and data structures.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Adaptable, curious, and willing to learn new technologies quickly.
• Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/DV).
• Nice to have:
  Kubernetes, Agile methods, and a grounding in web security.

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance & life assurance scheme.
• Contributory pension and discretionary bonus.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Cycle to Work & Perks at Work schemes.
• Secure on-site parking, gym, and café facilities.
• Casual dress and modern breakout spaces with free refreshments.
• A supportive culture centred around agility, innovation, and collaboration.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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