At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop innovative software solutions and engage directly with clients to gather requirements.
- Company: Leading UK tech firm focused on advanced software and cyber security solutions.
- Benefits: Annual bonus, pension contributions, generous leave, and enhanced family support.
- Other info: Join a high-performance team and enjoy opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Contribute to national security while working on groundbreaking technology projects.
- Qualifications: Strong Java experience, familiarity with Python, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Our client is a UK-based technology and innovation company that develops advanced software, cyber security, and digital solutions for complex and mission-critical environments. Working across research, product development, and consultancy, the company helps organisations solve challenging technical problems through innovative engineering, emerging technologies, and applied research.
Why? You will be working on seriously ground breaking stuff that supports the national security of the UK - work across research, innovation and delivery. Develop your client facing skills as you will interact with clients, spending time on client site from time to time scoping these innovations. You will be working within a small, high performance technical team led by some of the very best engineers in the north of England.
What? Our client is looking for a consulting Software Engineer at a Principal level that would have a dual role in developing innovative solutions for their clients while also being able to interface with the end client, document, gather requirements and lead technical designs.
Experience required:
- Strong Java Engineering experience with any Python also considered.
- Experience working across multiple operating systems including Linux and Android.
- Experience working on regulated security led projects.
- Strong communication skills having operated as a consultant previously (preferred) or within a consultancy environment.
Due to the nature of the work our client delivers, it is essential that you will be working at either client site or in office 5 days a week - our client would also support your application from SC Clearance through to DV clearance.
Benefits:
- Annual bonus based on personal + company performance.
- Pension contributions (6%).
- 25 days leave + 5 days purchasable.
- Life / Critical illness cover.
- Enhanced maternity / paternity.
Principal Software Consultant employer: FORT
As a Principal Software Consultant at our client, you will join a dynamic and innovative technology company dedicated to advancing national security through cutting-edge software solutions. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will benefit from a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work alongside some of the best engineers in the North of England. Enjoy competitive benefits including an annual bonus, generous leave, and support for security clearance, all while making a meaningful impact in a mission-critical environment.
