Software Developer

Software Developer
Take full technical ownership of high-performance, bespoke systems solving critical defence challenges. This role offers an exceptional platform for elite engineers to work alongside leading technical experts, driving architectural decisions and building new capabilities with high levels of autonomy.

What you will need

British nationality essential to meet site regulations
Advanced capability in C#/.NET, Java, Rust or Python
Track record of designing and delivering complex software solutions
Strong communication skills to articulate technical decisions to key stakeholders
Aptitude - we want experienced engineers who want to push technology to its limits, at pace. This means we want to hear from you, even if your skills differ slightly from the spec but have some great experience to offerSalary and rewards
An exceptional top-of-market salary package is available alongside an yearly bonus scheme.

Key responsibilities

Architect and deliver resilient software solutions for high-stakes technical problems in defence
Partner directly with domain experts to translate complex challenges into robust code
Evaluate and integrate emerging tools to maintain high engineering standards
Drive continuous improvement across core codebase architecture and delivery pipelinesYour experience

Deep software engineering foundation with a strong academic background in a technical discipline
Ability to write clean, maintainable code across low-latency or complex enterprise environments
Strategic problem-solving mindset with a commitment to engineering excellence
Exposure to high-throughput platforms or financial services technology is advantageousBenefits and balance
The employer supports you through:

An annual bonus scheme
A comprehensive company pension plan
Private healthcare cover
High levels of autonomy with clear career progression opportunitiesWhere you will be based
On site, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Share your profile to arrange a short confidential call this week. You will be represented by a specialist technical recruiter who will guide you through each stage of the process.

These vacancies are open to British Citizens - dual nationalities are supported.

This is a permanent role.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high-technology industries. Thank you for your interest. We aim to respond to your application within 7 days
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed