Fullstack Java Software Engineer – 6 Month Contract
Hybrid 2-3 days a week in office in Manchester or Gloucester | SC Cleared / DV Eligible
I'm working with a technology and engineering business who are after a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their team working on high-impact projects within the national security space.
They’re trusted partners to government and defence clients, building mission-critical software that helps keep the UK safe. Expect a mix of work across AI, Cyber, Cloud, and Platform Engineering — proper engineering challenges with real-world impact.
You’ll be hands-on across the stack, developing APIs, data layers, and slick UIs, while collaborating with customers and researchers to turn ideas into working solutions.
What They’re After
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Strong Java / Spring Boot
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Ideally React/Typescript experience
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Solid grasp of testing and agile ways of working
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Comfortable working end-to-end on modern, secure systems
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Technically curious and up for learning new tools on the fly
The Essentials
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6-month contract with scope to extend
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Active SC clearance required
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Must be eligible for DV clearance
If you’re a full stack engineer who wants to work on meaningful tech — not just another app — this is a cracking role with a business doing genuinely important work.
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