Software Engineer (Junior-Senior) £35,000-£80,000+ North East Defence Sector

<p><strong>Software Engineer (Junior-Senior) £50,000-£80,000+ Hybrid Defence Sector</strong></p><p>Ready to build software that makes a real-world impact?</p><p>Join a high-performing engineering team delivering mission-critical solutions within the defence and national security space. You'll work on complex, high-stakes systems where reliability, performance, and security are paramount - contributing to technology that truly matters.</p><p>This opportunity is open to engineers across <strong>Junior, Mid, and Senior levels</strong>, offering clear progression, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists, and domain experts.</p><strong>What You'll Do</strong><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software systems</li><li>Write clean, scalable code in languages such as Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript</li><li>Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making (level dependent)</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, data, and product</li><li>Work on cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure (AWS / Azure / secure environments)</li><li>Support CI/CD pipelines, testing, and deployment in regulated environments</li><li>Ensure software meets strict security and compliance standards</li></ul><strong>What We're Looking For</strong><ul><li>STEM degree (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or similar)</li><li>Experience level:</li><li><strong>Junior:</strong> Strong academic background + internships/personal projects</li><li><strong>Mid:</strong> Commercial experience delivering production-grade software</li><li><strong>Senior:</strong> Proven track record in system design, leadership, and delivery</li><li>Proficiency in at least one core language: Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in complex environments</li><li>Familiarity with Git, testing practices, and software development lifecycle</li></ul><p><strong>Highly Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)</li><li>Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerisation, infrastructure as code)</li><li>Knowledge of secure software development or regulated industries</li></ul><strong>Important Requirements</strong><ul><li>Must be eligible for <strong>UK Security Clearance (SC/DV)</strong></li><li>Must be willing to work within the defence/national security sector</li></ul><strong>Why Join</strong><ul><li><strong>Impact:</strong> Work on systems that support national security and critical operations</li><li><strong>Progression:</strong> Clear career pathways from Junior to Senior and beyond</li><li><strong>Learning:</strong> Ongoing technical development and exposure to advanced technologies</li><li><strong>Environment:</strong> Collaborative, mission-driven engineering culture</li><li><strong>Benefits:</strong> Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid working, and long-term career stability</li></ul><strong>Apply Now</strong><p>If you're motivated by solving complex problems and want to build secure, high-impact systems, we'd love to hear from you.</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?8BtgX7rrSYFOfl1%2fS1YppZZOaPvPS3Qyy" width="0" height="0" />