Senior Java Software Engineer

Excellent Benefits Package

Important: You must already hold valid SC Security Clearance to be considered for this position.

We’re recruiting an experienced Senior Software Developer to join an innovative engineering team, developing high-performance backend software solutions using Java and C++ within Linux environments .

This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to take technical ownership, contribute to architecture and technical strategy, and mentor other developers while working on complex, enterprise-scale systems.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing and developing high-performance backend applications using Java and C++
• Building APIs, microservices and distributed applications
• Leading the technical design and implementation of software components and services
• Developing multithreaded and concurrent applications
• Troubleshooting and optimising software performance within Linux environments
• Conducting code reviews and maintaining high engineering standards
• Supporting architectural decisions and technical roadmaps
• Containerising applications using Docker
• Contributing to CI/CD and DevSecOps practices
• Mentoring junior and mid-level software engineers
• Working closely with customers and internal stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years’ commercial software development experience
• Strong Java and/or C++ development skills
• Strong experience working within Linux environments
• Backend applications, APIs and distributed systems experience
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns and OOP
• Experience with multithreading and concurrent development
• Relational and/or NoSQL database experience
• Docker/containerisation knowledge
• CI/CD experience – Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD or Azure DevOps
• Strong debugging, performance analysis and problem-solving skills
• Experience working within Agile development environments

• Salary up to £80,000
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company pension contributions
• Dedicated training package and development budget
• Excellent opportunities for career progression

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold valid SC Security Clearance at the time of application. Unfortunately, candidates without current SC clearance cannot be considered.

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