At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to design and develop secure, user-friendly software for public sector organisations.
- Company: Gemba Advantage, a leader in building impactful digital products.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible pensions, and a culture that celebrates success.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference with cutting-edge tech while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in modern programming languages and a passion for learning and collaboration.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 70000 £ per year.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
Department: Software Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: London (Hybrid)
Compensation: £40,000 - £70,000 / year
Please note: This role requires applicants to be willing and eligible to obtain SC and DV security clearance. This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week.
At Gemba Advantage, we build secure, user-centred digital products for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams work on complex, high-impact systems, the kind that have to be secure, scalable, and actually usable by the people who rely on them. We’re looking for junior and mid‑level engineers who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful software projects. You’ll join an agile delivery team working closely with customers to design and develop products that drive digital transformation. Expect to work with modern cloud‑native technologies and be supported by experienced engineers who are passionate about doing the job properly.
The Role:
- Contribute to the design and development of secure, scalable software services.
- Research, prototype, and deliver effective technical solutions alongside experienced teammates.
- Take part in code reviews, learn from feedback, and continuously develop your skills.
- Build and test solutions using modern frameworks and best practices.
- Work directly with customers and collaborate across different delivery disciplines.
What you’ll bring:
- Willingness and eligibility to obtain SC & DV clearance (essential).
- Solid foundation in software engineering principles, and experience in at least one modern language (Java, TypeScript, Python, or Go).
- Interest or hands‑on exposure to cloud and container technologies such as AWS, Docker, or Kubernetes.
- A proactive attitude toward learning, problem‑solving, and improving how things are built.
- A collaborative approach, you value teamwork, shared learning, and quality delivery.
Tech we commonly use:
- Java - TypeScript - Python - Go
- React / Angular
- AWS - Kubernetes - Docker
- Elasticsearch - MongoDB - relational DBs
- CI/CD - GitOps - infrastructure as code
Benefits:
Away from our values, Gemba offers an excellent and comprehensive package to our Gembans, including great salaries, meaningful perks, a culture of truly rewarding and celebrating success, amongst many other core benefits like flexible pensions and PMI.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise, and studies confirm, that often underrepresented candidates in the workplace are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet all skills and experience of the position. At Gemba we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, therefore we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
Software Engineer employer: Gemba Advantage
Gemba Advantage is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering a hybrid work model that allows flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee growth, Gemba provides opportunities for professional development in the rapidly evolving field of DevOps, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in Gloucester.
