Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineer

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Type: Permanent

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Location: Farnborough, UK

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Clearance: SC Cleared

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Role Overview:

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Are you passionate about building scalable software solutions and working with modern technologies in a collaborative environment?

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Our client is looking for a talented Software Engineer to join a dynamic development team, contributing to the design, development, and continuous improvement of high-quality software systems. This role offers the opportunity to work across both front-end and back-end technologies while embracing modern DevOps practices and cloud-based solutions.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions

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• Use appropriate tools and methodologies to support all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including design, development, and static analysis

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• Manage code effectively using industry-standard version control systems (e.g. Git)

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• Develop responsive and engaging user interfaces using JavaScript/TypeScript and React

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• Design and build robust, scalable backend systems using languages such as Java, Python, or Go

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• Leverage containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker) to ensure consistent environments and efficient deployment

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• Build, maintain, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery

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• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned with best practices and engineering principles

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• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve code quality

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• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends

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Essential Skills and Experience:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

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• Proficiency with Git for version control and collaborative development

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• Strong front-end development skills using JavaScript/TypeScript and React

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• Experience or familiarity with backend languages such as Java, Python, or Go

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• Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures

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• Experience using Docker for containerisation

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• Good understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing

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• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

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• Ability to evaluate and compare technologies to support technical decision-making

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• Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, evolving environment

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Desirable and developing skills:

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• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure

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• Familiarity with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes

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• Understanding of Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices

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• Knowledge of web security principles and best practices

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• Exposure to or interest in Rust programming language

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