At a Glance
- Tasks: Build fast, modern Android apps and backend services in a secure environment.
- Company: Join a leading defence team focused on quality engineering and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with strong emphasis on teamwork and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by solving engineering challenges with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in Android development and backend programming languages.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Software Engineer | Android | Defence / MOD Contract or Permanent | £500pd or £70k Cheltenham - 5 days a week + 1 day/week Herefordshire (for client visits)
Security Clearance: It is an essential requirement for candidates to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC Level) prior to appointment.
Ever built Android apps that actually feel fast, modern, and clean? Comfortable jumping between Kotlin, backend services, and cloud-native systems without getting boxed into one layer? Want to work on secure, real-world systems where engineering quality genuinely matters? This is a hands‑on engineering role across mobile, backend, and cloud.
You’ll be building Android applications using Kotlin + Jetpack Compose, designing and shipping backend services in Rust, Python, or Go, and working with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) in a secure, high‑assurance environment.
You’ll be joining a defence team that values clean engineering, rapid iteration (including PoCs where requirements evolve fast), and strong collaboration through code reviews and Git-based workflows.
You’ll need experience with:
- Android development (Kotlin, Jetpack Compose)
- Backend development (Rust, Python or Go)
- Git and modern development workflows
- Docker + CI/CD pipelines
- API design (REST / OpenAPI)
- Working in secure or controlled environments
Nice to have:
- AWS or Azure experience
- Kubernetes
- Agile delivery experience
- Secure coding awareness
If you like building across the stack, solving real engineering problems, and working in an environment where the tech genuinely matters, this is one to look at.
Software Engineer - Android Developer employer: Talent Locker Ltd
Join a forward-thinking defence team in Cheltenham, where your skills as a Software Engineer - Android Developer will be valued and nurtured. With a strong emphasis on clean engineering practices and collaboration, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a supportive work culture that promotes professional growth, alongside competitive pay and the chance to engage with innovative technologies in a secure environment.
