Operational Cyber Software Engineer

Operational Cyber Software Engineer role involves delivering high-assurance code, conducting constructive peer review, and knowledge sharing with junior team-members. The role requires a strong understanding of development methodologies, operational security, and high-assurance development principles.

Requirements

• Familiarity with a variety of development tools (IDEs, debuggers, source control) and techniques (unit testing, mocking, continuous integration, test-driven development)
• Knowledge of the principles of high-assurance development, and an awareness of the importance of IT security for companies and governments
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of computing principles (e.g. stack/heap distinction, compiled/interpreted languages)
• Proficiency with at least one solution language (e.g. C++, Java, C#) and one utility language (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Perl, PowerShell)
• Ability to use and configure more than one major operating system
• Ability to pick up new languages and technologies easily
• Ability to communicate regarding technical topics to a variety of audiences, including non-technical
• Experience working with teams and leading technical tasks

Benefits

• Dedicated training budget
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Discount cards
• Additional leave to cover Reservist and Cadet Force Adult Volunteer duties
• Flexible benefits package
• Minimum of 25 days of holiday per year
• Flexible working hours (part-time or flexible working around core hours)
• Clear career progression pathways
• Mentorship and ongoing training