Software Developer

Purpose

We are seeking a Software Developer to join our team in Winnersh UK, supporting long-term Government projects. 

This role requires strong Java fundamentals and the ability to deliver clean, secure, maintainable back-end code within a structured, compliance-driven environment. You will work closely with senior engineers and technical leads to develop, enhance, and maintain mission-critical biometric and identity systems that directly support UK public safety operations.

Please note: Candidates must be eligible for SC and NPPV3 clearance, requiring five years’ continuous UK residency; criminal convictions may impact approval.

Key Missions

• Design, develop and maintain secure back-end services using Java and Spring Boot


• Build and maintain RESTful APIs aligned to clean architecture and secure coding standards


• Write high-quality, maintainable, production-ready code that meets functional and non-functional requirements


• Contribute to requirements analysis, effort estimations and technical design discussions


• Apply software development best practices including version control, peer reviews, build processes and testing


• Optimise application performance and support bug fixes, enhancements and system improvements


• Work with PostgreSQL and related database technologies to ensure data integrity and efficiency


• Reuse and integrate existing frameworks and components where appropriate


• Document technical solutions clearly through code comments and supporting documentation


• Deliver software in line with security and compliance standards


• Collaborate effectively within a small engineering team and support junior developers where needed

Profile & Other Information

• 2–3 years professional experience in Java development with a strong understanding of core Java principles and object-oriented programming


• Experience with Spring Boot and REST APIs


• Experience working with PostgreSQL or relational databases


• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git


• Comfortable participating in live coding discussions


• Full UK Driving Licence


• Must have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years 

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer Science degree or equivalent practical experience


• Experience working on government or regulated projects


• Knowledge of tools such as SonarQube, Nexus, Bitbucket, or similar


• Exposure to secure development practices


• Experience mentoring junior engineers

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays


• Group Personal Pension with employer contribution


• Private Medical Insurance


• Life Assurance


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Career Progression Opportunities


• Stable, long-term project roadmap extending through 2028


• Structured engineering environment with clear technical ownership

Working Model

• Location: Winnersh Triangle, UK with access to free parking


• Hybrid: 2 days per week onsite, Thursday (core)


• Core hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm


• Security Clearance is required for this role; IDEMIA will sponsor and manage the application process at no cost to the candidate, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and are willing to submit the necessary information.