Senior Software Engineer

Join a specialist technology business delivering secure, mission-critical digital solutions for highly sensitive environments. This is an opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges where your work directly supports faster, safer decision-making on projects that genuinely matter.

Role Overview:

• Location: Farnborough (Hybrid)
• Package: Up to #85,000 basic + bonus, private medical, life assurance, enhanced pension, professional development support and more
• Industry: Defence / National Security / Secure Digital Technology

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing, building, and maintaining secure software solutions within highly regulated environments
• Collaborating with engineers, architects, and delivery teams to solve complex technical problems
• Developing modern front-end applications using JavaScript/TypeScript and React
• Building scalable backend systems using technologies such as Java, Python, or Go
• Working with cloud platforms including AWS or Azure to optimise performance, reliability, and scalability
• Using Docker and containerisation technologies to improve deployment consistency and efficiency
• Supporting CI/CD pipelines and automation to streamline software delivery
• Writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned to engineering best practice
• Contributing to code reviews and technical discussions to improve quality across the team
• Keeping pace with emerging technologies and helping shape better ways of working

Main Skills Needed:

• Strong software engineering background with experience across full-stack development
• Backend development experience using Java, Python, or Go
• Commercial experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React
• Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms
• Strong understanding of Git and collaborative development workflows
• Experience with Docker and containerised applications, with Kubernetes exposure beneficial
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing
• Solid grasp of software engineering fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures
• Familiarity with Agile delivery environments and secure development principles
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
• A curious, adaptable mindset with a passion for solving technical challenges

What’s in It for You:

• The chance to work on meaningful technology that supports critical national operations
• Hybrid working and a collaborative, highly skilled engineering environment
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical cover and life assurance
• Generous pension contribution (10% employer / 5% employee)
• Bonus scheme
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career growth support
• Access to on-site facilities including parking, gym, café, restaurant, and breakout spaces
• A culture centred around innovation, collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Curious? Apply now — or grab five minutes with us to hear more.

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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