At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver scalable data processing solutions for sensitive environments.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm focused on national security.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 30 days' holiday, flexible working, and impactful projects.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a difference by solving real-world problems that protect UK interests.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in cloud data engineering with hands-on experience in Python or Java.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
About the role
You'll design and deliver scalable data processing solutions for customers operating in highly sensitive, demanding environments. This is hands-on technical work: you'll architect cloud-native systems, lead data pipeline development, and work directly with technical stakeholders to solve complex, real-world problems.
Essential requirements
- British national only, active SC, and eligible for higher level
- Based in or willing to relocate to Gloucester
- 5+ years' professional experience with cloud data engineering (AWS focus)
- Hands-on experience: Python or Java, Hadoop/distributed systems, CI/CD pipelines
- Proven ability to design scalable architectures and mentor technical teams
What we're looking for
You think in systems, communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, and care about getting details right. You've worked on platforms that matter and can thrive in fast-moving, security-conscious environments.
We offer
- Competitive salary
- 30 days' holiday
- Flexible working
- The chance to work on problems that genuinely protect UK interests
To apply
Send your CV with a brief note on your relevant experience.
Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Senior Software Engineer - National Security (Data Systems) employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
Join a forward-thinking organisation that values user-centred design and offers a collaborative work environment in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth while working on impactful government projects that shape digital services. Enjoy a flexible working model that balances on-site collaboration with remote work, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
