Software Engineering Specialist (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Software Engineering Specialist (Cybersecurity): Developing and maintaining highly complex, bespoke specialist capabilities for critical national infrastructure with an accent on secure system delivery and technical excellence. Focus on collaborating with government partners to resolve complex technical challenges across diverse platforms and technology stacks.

Location: Must be based in Ipswich, Cheltenham or Manchester (Onsite 5 days per week). Eligibility: Must have lived in the UK for 10+ years and be able to obtain DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance.

Company

A global leader in communications and security, providing critical network infrastructure and cyber protection services to governments and organizations worldwide.

What you will do

• Deliver high-quality software solutions as part of a mission-focused engineering team.
• Collaborate directly with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Establish technical roadmaps, define objectives, and oversee engineering strategy for critical work areas.
• Manage technical, financial, and quality aspects of specialized projects.
• Influence delivery teams and senior management regarding technical direction and resource allocation.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance.
• Must have resided in the UK for at least 10 years.
• Extensive experience in software engineering, including object-oriented programming (C#, Python, C++).
• Proficiency in the software development lifecycle, testing, and agile methodologies.
• Experience with devops tools such as Docker, Jenkins, Git, and Ansible.
• Ability to work onsite in Ipswich, Cheltenham, or Manchester full-time.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential £5k DV security clearance allowance.
• Extensive pension scheme (10% employer contribution).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with service-based increases.
• Comprehensive family leave, health support, and private GP access.
• Access to world-class training, development opportunities, and internal share saving schemes.
• Range of flexible benefits including cycle-to-work and retail discounts.