Software Engineer - Android Developer in London

Software Engineer - Android Developer in London

London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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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 a focus on innovation and teamwork.
  • 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 Po Cs 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 / Open API) 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.

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We think you need these skills to ace Software Engineer - Android Developer in London

Android Development
Kotlin
Jetpack Compose
Backend Development
Rust
Python
Go