Software Engineer; SC Cleared

Position: Software Engineer (SC Cleared)
Software Engineer (Python / React) Cheltenham Area - on site

Contract:

Inside IR35, 12 months The Opportunity We are seeking talented Software Engineers to join a cutting-edge programme supporting UK Intelligence customers. These roles focus on building modern, cloud-native applications and services that enable the operational use of AI and data-driven capabilities. While detailed job specifications are still being finalised, the mission, technology stack, and innovation culture make this a highly compelling opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing As a Software Engineer, you will:
Develop user-facing applications, APIs, and backend services Build solutions using technologies such as:
Python FastAPI React Enable the integration and operational use of AI and data-driven capabilities Contribute to scalable, cloud-native application development Your work is expected to span across:
Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Natural Language Processing (NLP) Cloud-native engineering Large-scale data processing Modern software engineering practices Platform engineering and automation The Environment You'll be working within an AI Lab-style model, where:
Teams are encouraged to experiment, prototype and explore emerging technologies Requirements evolve-adaptability and curiosity are key Innovation is prioritised over maintaining legacy systems What We're Looking For Strong experience in modern software engineering Hands-on development experience with Python (FastAPI) and/or React Experience building APIs, services, and user-facing applications Security Requirements Active SC (Security Check) clearance is require and you must be a UK Sole National If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the Manpower Group website.