DV-Cleared Backend Engineer - Cloud-Native & Secure

Searchability; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in London is seeking a Software Engineer with eDV clearance to work on critical Defence and National Security projects. You will be part of a skilled team delivering cloud-native applications and solutions that enhance security and efficiency. Ideal candidates have strong software development skills in Java, TypeScript, or Python, and thrive in agile teams. The role offers competitive compensation and a chance to make significant impacts on important projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clearance bonus

Company bonus

Opportunity for innovation

Qualifications

• Active UK Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) clearance.
• Proven software development experience with Java, TypeScript, JavaScript, or Python.
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices and design patterns.
• Experience working in Agile delivery teams (Scrum or Kanban).
• Proactive mindset focused on delivering value.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality software solutions across the full development lifecycle.
• Build and deploy cloud-native applications using AWS Lambda, Spring Boot, NodeJS.
• Work within Agile and DevSecOps environments.
• Apply Site Reliability Engineering principles to enhance reliability.
• Support technical decision-making for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Java

TypeScript

JavaScript

Python

Agile methodologies

DevSecOps

Site Reliability Engineering

Tools

AWS Lambda

Spring Boot

NodeJS

Oracle

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Atlassian

Jenkins

GitLab

OWASP

Job description

A leading technology firm in London is seeking a Software Engineer with eDV clearance to work on critical Defence and National Security projects. You will be part of a skilled team delivering cloud-native applications and solutions that enhance security and efficiency. Ideal candidates have strong software development skills in Java, TypeScript, or Python, and thrive in agile teams. The role offers competitive compensation and a chance to make significant impacts on important projects.