Software Engineer

Software Engineer (C++ or Python) | Defence Consultancy | Up to £60,000 + £5,000 bonus | High Level Security Clearance Required | Cheltenham or London

MERITUS are excited to be partnered with a large UK Defence Consultancy looking to grow their software engineering function. They're looking for experienced backend focused software engineers experienced with either C++ or Python to work across a number of client projects.

The company are looking to grow due to an influx of new project work & have multiple roles available. The successful candidates will join an experienced Agile / Scrum focused engineering team in the design, build & maintenance of secure applications & systems for UK defence / national security focused clients.

To be successful you will need strong experience building backend applications & systems in either C++ or Python, exposure to frontend programming in JavaScript frameworks such as React would be highly beneficial but not required.

The roles can be based at either their Cheltenham or London offices & they require candidates to hold active enhanced security clearance (MOD or Central Government).

Main Responsibilities:

• Designing & building secure applications & systems in C++ or Python.
• Working closely with customer teams to ensure projects are being delivered on time & to agreed specifications.
• Contributing to building CI / CD pipelines to increase efficiency.

Required Experience:

• Experience programming in either C++ or Python (both would be highly beneficial).
• Experience developing solutions in an Agile environment.
• Exposure to CI / CD tools (Jenkins, Git or similar).
• High level security experience.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary up to £60,000
• £5,000 clearance bonus
• Up to 10% annual bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension (10% employer contributions)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working options

If you're interested in hearing more about any of these opportunities then please apply today!

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