Senior Software Engineer - National Security (Data Systems)
Posted 4 hours 18 minutes ago by Sanderson Government & Defence
Senior Software Engineer - National Security (Data Systems)
About the role
You'll design and deliver scalable data processing solutions for customers operating in highly sensitive, demanding environments. This is hands-on technical work: you'll architect cloud-native systems, lead data pipeline development, and work directly with technical stakeholders to solve complex, real-world problems.
Essential requirements
- British national only, active SC, and eligible for higher level
- Based in or willing to relocate to Gloucester
- 5+ years' professional experience with cloud data engineering (AWS focus)
- Hands-on experience: Python or Java, Hadoop/distributed systems, CI/CD pipelines
- Proven ability to design scalable architectures and mentor technical teams
What we're looking for
You think in systems, communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, and care about getting details right. You've worked on platforms that matter and can thrive in fast-moving, security-conscious environments.
We offer
Competitive salary, 30 days' holiday, flexible working, and the chance to work on problems that genuinely protect UK interests.
To apply
Send your CV with a brief note on your relevant experience.
Reasonable Adjustments:
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