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We partner with clients in Defence, National Security, Law Enforcement, and wider Government to strengthen the UK’s resilience and operational advantage through innovative, data-driven insights.\nWe are seeking a Software Engineer with proven experience in the UK Defence sector to design and deliver secure, scalable software systems supporting our clients’ most important missions. You’ll be joining a collaborative, purpose-led team committed to transparency, fairness, and daring innovation.\nAs a Software Engineer (Defence), you will work alongside Defence stakeholders, programme leads, and multi-disciplinary teams to design, develop, and maintain software systems that directly support national defence capabilities. You will apply your software engineering expertise within classified or restricted environments, ensuring security, reliability, and compliance with MOD standards.\nKey Responsibilities\nWork closely with MOD and Defence Industry clients to understand mission requirements and translate them into robust software solutions. \nDesign, develop, test, and deploy high-quality, secure software using Defence-approved toolchains and environments. \nContribute to systems that enhance situational awareness, command and control, cyber defence, and decision-support capabilities. \nDevelop clean, well-documented, and maintainable code in accordance with relevant coding standards and security requirements. \nParticipate in code reviews, peer testing, and design assurance activities to maintain delivery quality in secure environments. \nCollaborate with systems engineers, data scientists, and solution architects to deliver integrated solutions across restricted environments. \nApply DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) to Defence projects where appropriate. \nKeep up to date with emerging Defence technology trends, secure software frameworks, and government digital standards. \nContribute to bid and proposal work, technical presentations, and client demonstrations. \nSupport Daintta’s growth in the Defence sector through mentoring, technical input, and alignment with company strategy. \nHelping to support & grow Daintta by actively inputting into the company strategy and helping to shape our future. \nRepresenting us and our core values: Transparent, Fair, and Daring. \nSkills/Knowledge\nThe role requires the following key skills / knowledge, non-exhaustively:\nProven experience delivering software engineering projects within the UK Defence ecosystem (e.g. MOD, DE&S, DSTL, DIO, or Defence primes). \nStrong knowledge of secure software development practices and handling sensitive information appropriately. \nProficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, C++, Rust, or Go. \nFamiliarity with Defence-relevant software development frameworks and toolsets, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, pytest, and OpenAPI. \nExperience working within Unix/Linux environments and with database systems (SQL or NoSQL). \nFamiliarity with secure by design principles \nHands-on experience with Agile or Scrum delivery methods, ideally in secure or hybrid cloud environments. \nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to convey complex technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders. \nKnowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or MODCloud) and DevOps practices (CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code). \nCommitment to producing high-quality, mission-ready software underpinned by robust testing and assurance. \nWhat’s in it for you?\nIn addition to being rewarded fairly for your contribution to the business, you get to work in a dynamic organisation that is agile and responsive. A business that is growing fast and where you get to drive and shape the future. A place where you are respected by everyone and your voice is important. Somewhere where you can be innovative and creative. A place where you have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of business from marketing to sales, to delivery and business operations.\nBenefits\nWe believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:\nTime Off:\n25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays \nUp to 3 days annual volunteering leave - give back to the community \nCompetitive maternity, paternity, shared parental leave & compassionate leave \nHealth & Wellness:\nComprehensive Private Health Insurance \nEmployee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support services \n£2,000 Flex Cash Allowance, paid pro-rata over the year \nFinancial Benefits:\n5% pension contribution \nDiscretionary company awards and bonuses, based on performance and company targets \nProfessional Development\nUp to £1,000 annual training budget (access to additional training and development budget via business case) \nUp to 5 days annual training leave \n1 professional membership paid annually \nUp to £200 of additional IT budget for new joiners \nLocation?\nHybrid, with 2-3 days working from Daintta office (London or Cheltenham) or on client site as required. 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