Job Description
Full stack Software Developer
Locations: Cheltenham, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester, London
Type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £85,000 per annum
Security Clearance: DV Clearance
Full Stack Software Developer – Cheltenham, Cambridge, Bristol, Manchester or London – Permanent (37.5 hours per week) – £45,000 - £85,000 (different levels available) – DV Clearance
Our large consulting client works within the Defence industry to provide clients with functional and innovative web applications.
You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining web applications, requiring experience across the full development lifecycle. This role offers opportunities to work on exciting government projects!
Candidates should have experience within Defence/Government organisations and an understanding of their practices, as well as experience with both front-end and back-end technologies.
Working Patterns: This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days per week on-site, but candidates must be willing to travel up to 4 days per week across the UK if required.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design, develop, and deploy robust web applications for the Government and Defence sector.
2. Work across the entire software development lifecycle in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
3. Create responsive user interfaces using modern front-end technologies and frameworks.
4. Develop secure and efficient server-side logic using appropriate languages and frameworks.
5. Implement security best practices, ensuring compliance with government regulations.
6. Conduct regular security assessments and collaborate to address vulnerabilities.
7. Develop and maintain well-documented RESTful APIs for system communication.
8. Collaborate with project managers, UX/UI designers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specifications.
9. Communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders for feedback and project alignment.
Required Skills:
* Experience developing web applications for the Government or Defence sector.
* Front-end development skills in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
* Strong server-side skills in Node.js, Python, or Java.
* Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, including data modelling.
* Ability to analyze complex issues and implement effective solutions.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* UX principles knowledge for creating accessible and user-friendly applications (desirable).
* Proven experience in developing and maintaining RESTful APIs.
* Experience implementing security best practices for government data.
Benefits:
* Starting holidays at 25 days per year.
* Flexible contributory pension with matching contributions.
* Life assurance of six times your salary (up to a maximum limit).
* Occupational sick pay.
* Personal accident insurance.
* Mobile phone expenses claimable for business use.
Additional Information: Our client values diversity and inclusivity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
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Applicants must hold a minimum of DV Clearance. If you do not currently hold active SC or DV clearance, please review the vetting process before applying.
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