At a Glance
- Tasks: Join an Agile team to build bespoke software solutions with real-world impact.
- Company: Growing consultancy focused on delivering mission-critical software for Central Government.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, matched pension, healthcare, and dedicated career coaching.
- Other info: Clear paths for progression into Technical Lead and leadership roles.
- Why this job: Take ownership of projects and influence technical decisions while mentoring others.
- Qualifications: Experience with AWS/Azure, CI/CD tools, and full software development lifecycle.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Location: Remote first + typically 2 days a month onsite in client locations
Clearance: SC clearable (you must be a British citizen and have lived permanently in the UK for the last 5 years)
The opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a growing consultancy delivering complex, mission-critical software across Central Government. You’ll be joining an Agile engineering team building bespoke software solutions from the ground up, working on projects that have a genuine real-world impact. This is a hands-on role where you’ll have the opportunity to work across the full software lifecycle - from requirements and design through to development, testing, deployment and ongoing support. You’ll also have the opportunity to influence technical decisions, mentor other engineers and work directly with clients, making this a strong next step for an experienced developer looking for more ownership without moving away from hands-on engineering.
What we’re looking for
- Experience working with AWS and/or Azure
- CI/CD experience with tools such as GitLab
- Good understanding of software design, development and testing
- Comfortable working across the full software development lifecycle
- Experience mentoring engineers or taking ownership of technical work is beneficial
- Consultancy experience beneficial but not essential
Flexible working hours and remote-first working
Dedicated Career Coach and technical guilds
Matched pension and healthcare
Regular socials and company events
Clear opportunities to progress into Technical Lead and wider leadership roles
A great opportunity for a Senior Engineer looking for interesting technical challenges, modern full-stack development and more ownership over the software they build.
Senior Java Software Engineer in Manchester employer: SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
SR2 is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration in the heart of Edinburgh. With a focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in government digital transformation projects. Our flexible part-time role allows for a balanced work-life integration while contributing to significant public sector initiatives.
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