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Senior Software Developer – SC Cleared
Job summary
A technology recruitment company is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to work on mission-critical defence projects in a hybrid environment based in the United Kingdom. The role involves collaborating on advanced technology systems, influencing design decisions, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. Candidates must have strong proficiency in Java, Spring, and React along with experience in Agile practices and Test-Driven Development. An SC Clearance is required for this position.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of the full Software Development Life Cycle.
- Experience designing and developing complex software systems.
- Ability to understand and influence system architecture and design.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the delivery of complex software projects across the full development lifecycle.
- Design, develop, and test software in line with industry best practices.
- Collaborate closely with other engineering teams and customer-facing technical groups.
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Role: New permanent Opportunity for a Senior Software Developer to work on a range of Mission-Critical Defence projects
Location: Worcestershire, Woking, or Bristol (Hybrid)
Clearance: SC Clearance required for UK Defence Projects
Email: Dominic.barbet@searchability.com
Phone: 07704 152 640
We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a highly skilled engineering team working on advanced, mission-critical systems. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology programmes spanning defence, security, and complex system integration, working across the full software lifecycle from early concept through to production.
You will collaborate with multidisciplinary technical teams, influence system design decisions, and help shape how high-quality software is delivered in complex environments.
As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will support development activities across a wide range of advanced technology domains, including:
- Radio Frequency and Optical Communications
- RADAR and Electronic Warfare
- Cyber and Cryptographic Systems
- Global Navigation Satellite Systems
- Joint, Air, Land, and Maritime platforms
Projects range from early proof-of-concept demonstrators to fully deployed production systems, offering exposure to varied levels of technical maturity.
- Contribute to the delivery of complex software projects across the full development lifecycle
- Design, develop, and test software in line with industry best practices
- Influence and support system architecture and design decisions
- Promote and embed modern development practices to ensure high-quality outcomes
- Collaborate closely with other engineering teams and customer-facing technical groups
- Build strong relationships within the customer and stakeholder community
- Strong understanding of the full Software Development Life Cycle
- Experience designing and developing complex software systems
- Ability to understand and influence system architecture and design
- Proficiency with Java, Spring, and React
- Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- Strong background in Agile delivery (Scrum, CI/CD, BDD)
- Experience using source control and delivery tooling such as GitLab and Jira
This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced engineering, contributing to technologies that have real-world impact. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking environment that values innovation, technical excellence, and the courage to tackle complex challenges.
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