Software Engineer

About this job

Role: Junior Software Engineer
Location: Bimingham (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Clearance: Must be a British national able to attain DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance

Are you a recent Junior Software Engineer with a passion for Java development and a keen interest in building secure software solutions for critical UK services? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly specialised software team delivering innovative, bespoke systems to law-enforcement and government customers.

The Role

As a Software Engineer, you'll work within a small, close-knit team responsible for designing, developing and supporting custom-built software products. You'll be involved throughout the full project lifecycle - from gathering requirements and writing clean, efficient code to testing, deployment and client support.

This role offers exceptional exposure to secure software environments, hands-on development experience, and the opportunity to work directly with end-users across the UK and abroad.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain bespoke software solutions using Java and SQL
• Work across the full software development lifecycle, from concept to delivery
• Collaborate with policing and government clients to define and deliver solutions
• Develop and maintain high-volume, low-latency applications ensuring strong performance
• Test and debug software to ensure reliability and maintainability
• Support and enhance existing applications and systems
• Research and present new technologies for continuous improvement
• Travel to customer sites for meetings, deployments, and support activities

Core Technologies

Essential Skills:

• Java (commercial experience required)
• SQL
• Linux (preferably Red Hat / Rocky)

Desirable Skills:

• J2EE, JPA, GWT / GXT, Vaadin
• Knowledge of secure software development practices
• Interest in full stack or web application development

About You

As this role supports sensitive national projects, you must be a British national able to achieve DV clearance, and hold a full UK driving licence.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to contribute to real-world projects in the public safety and security domain
• Work within a small, technically skilled team with clear ownership of projects
• Exposure to both backend and frontend Java technologies
• Direct engagement with customers across the UK and internationally
• Ongoing professional development and the chance to build a long-term career in secure software engineering

If you're ready to start your software development career working on meaningful, high-impact projects, click apply now to join a team that builds technology solutions making a real difference.