Senior Software Developer (Java)

Senior Software Developer

Location: Hybrid – UK-wide (Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, London)

Type: Permanent

Salary: £59,000 – £72,000 + benefits

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Software Developer (Consultant) to join a growing team delivering high-quality software in complex environments.

This role is ideal for someone who cares deeply about engineering quality, clean design, and thoughtful problem-solving—not just speed of delivery.

You’ll work closely with clients and cross-functional teams, contributing not only through code, but by shaping solutions, guiding decisions, and improving ways of working.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building robust, maintainable software using modern engineering practices
• Collaborating in agile teams using pair programming and test-driven development (TDD)
• Working closely with clients and stakeholders to understand and shape requirements
• Contributing to solution design, architecture, and technical decision-making
• Leading or supporting discovery phases from a technical perspective
• Mentoring and coaching other developers
• Promoting best practices in testing, design, and continuous improvement

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Java or Scala
• Experience with additional languages such as Kotlin, Ruby, or JavaScript
• Solid understanding of:
• Software design principles
• Testing strategies and tools
• Performance, security, and accessibility
• Experience working in agile environments
• Confidence working across the full software development lifecycle
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A passion for learning and adapting to new technologies

Desirable Experience

• Experience delivering digital services in regulated or public sector environments
• Familiarity with government digital standards and frameworks

Requirements

• Must hold active Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible to obtain it

(Typically requires UK residency for the past 5 years)

• Willingness to travel to client sites as required

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Employer pension contribution (7%)
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave + additional wellbeing days
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to contribute to internal communities and knowledge sharing

Working Arrangement

This is a hybrid role, combining remote work with time spent on client sites and office locations across the UK. Flexibility is balanced with project and client needs.