Software Engineer - Golang

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading defence business for the role of Software Engineer . This is a rare opportunity to lead a portfolio of cutting-edge (and highly confidential) technology projects within the defence sector.

Location: Surrey - 3 days per week

Salary range: £70,000 - £75,000

Clearance: SC clearance

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the development team to design, build, and maintain software solutions.
• Apply appropriate tools for design, development, static analysis, and other phases of the SDLC.
• Manage code effectively using industry-standard SCM tools (e.g., Git) to support version control and team collaboration.
• Develop responsive, user-friendly interfaces with JavaScript/TypeScript and React.
• Design and implement scalable, reliable backend systems using languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
• Leverage containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker) to optimise deployment and ensure consistency across environments.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate delivery and deployment processes.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that adheres to software engineering principles and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency with Git for version control and collaborative workflows.
• Hands-on experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React for front-end development.
• Familiarity with backend programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
• Solid grasp of software engineering fundamentals, algorithms, and data structures.
• Practical experience with Docker for containerisation and deployment.
• Understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively in team and remote environments.
• Capability to evaluate and compare technologies to support decision-making.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments and a strong ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.

For further information on this Software Engineer - Golang position, apply below!

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