At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop secure digital solutions for Defence and National Security missions.
- Company: SiXworks, a leader in secure digital innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days leave, private medical cover, and professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on agility, security, and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while solving complex technical challenges in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Android Kotlin and backend languages like Rust, Python, or Go.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters. At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.
We’re looking for a Software Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. As a Software Engineer, you’ll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. Collaborate with the development team to design, develop, and maintain software solutions.
- Develop reliable applications in Kotlin Jetpack Compose for Android.
- Design and implement backend solutions using either Rust, Python, or Go, ensuring robustness and scalability (e.g. writing web APIs).
- Utilise Docker for containerisation to streamline deployment processes and ensure consistency across environments.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery and deployment.
- Stay updated with the latest technologies, trends, and best practices in software development.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Proficiency in Android Kotlin front-end development.
- Familiarity with backend development languages such as Rust, Python, or Go.
- Solid understanding of software development principles (MVVM, UDF), Web APIs, standards (e.g. OpenAPI), and data structures.
- Experience with Docker for containerisation and deployment.
- Knowledge of DevOps processes, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Comfortable with developing in a secure environment (on remote developer environments, VMs etc).
SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission-critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.
Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity are our North Star for how we work.
SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages.
We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.
A word on UK Security Clearance: Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance.
Software-ontwikkelaar employer: Sixworks
At SiXworks, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the Defence and National Security sector. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, which includes competitive salaries, generous leave, and professional development opportunities, all within a supportive environment that values agility, security, and inclusivity. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying unique perks like on-site amenities and a focus on wellbeing.
