At a Glance
- Tasks: Solve complex technical problems and develop secure software systems.
- Company: Specialist engineering organisation in the UK national security sector.
- Benefits: 10% pension contribution, flexible hours, strong work-life balance, and dedicated training time.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on important missions while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Active eDV clearance or DV clearance; experience in Java and backend development.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Ncounter are supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering highly secure software systems within the UK national security sector. As part of significant growth plans, they are looking to hire several Software Engineers ranging from mid-level through to senior level. This opportunity will suit engineers who enjoy solving complex technical problems, working within highly secure environments, and contributing to software that supports genuinely important missions.
Candidates must either hold active eDV clearance or possess active DV clearance with the potential to progress to eDV. The ability and willingness to work onsite in the West of England four to five days per week is essential. The organisation places particular value on strong software engineering fundamentals, curiosity, and a willingness to work across multiple technologies. Engineers are encouraged to contribute across the stack rather than remaining within a narrow technical specialism.
Experience areas:
- Java and modern backend development
- RESTful API development and integration
- Kubernetes and container platforms
- GitLab and CI/CD pipelines
- Distributed systems and cloud-native applications
- Observability and monitoring technologies
- Database and messaging technologies
- Secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices
The environment offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers within a collaborative and low-ego culture. Around 10% of working time is dedicated to training and development, including external courses, innovation projects, and personal development activities.
Package highlights:
- 10% employer pension contribution
- Genuine investment in technical development
- Flexible start and finish times
- Strong work-life balance
If you already hold eDV clearance and want to work on meaningful software engineering challenges within a highly technical environment, please apply for a confidential discussion with Ncounter.
Contact Details:
Ncounter Technology Recruitment Recruitment Team
