Technical Consultant

Technical Consultant – Huddersfield - Onsite - £90k (DOE)

This is a truly exciting opportunity to join a specialist technology consultancy delivering advanced software engineering, systems design, and technical assurance services to Defence and National Security organisations across the UK. Working on mission-critical programmes, you'll collaborate with a team of highly skilled engineers to design, develop, and deploy secure, high-performance software solutions that play a vital role in supporting the UK's national security objectives.

What you will be Responsible for:

• Designing, developing, and deploying software solutions for Defence and National Security clients.

• Working across the full software lifecycle, from requirements capture and solution design through to deployment and ongoing operational support.

• Leading technical discussions, design reviews, and engaging with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and delivery success.

• Producing high-quality technical documentation, presenting solutions clearly, and supporting verification, validation, and compliance activities.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong software engineering background with Java, and exposure to Python and Bash scripting. Android experience essential.

• Experience building applications in Linux environments, including distributed systems and data processing platforms.

• Understanding of secure system design, authentication mechanisms, and information assurance principles.

• Ability to gather and interpret client requirements and translate them into robust, scalable technical solutions.

Benefits:

• Salary: £90,000 depending on experience.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 additional days.