Software Engineer Consultant

We are recruiting for a Software Engineer Consultant on behalf of one of the UK's fastest-growing technology consultancies, ranked in the Financial Times FT1000 Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies list in both 2025 and 2026.

Our client works where technology meets national importance. As a trusted partner to UK government agencies across cyber security, national security and telecoms, they deliver data-driven solutions to some of the most complex and consequential challenges in the public sector.

Joining as a Software Engineer Consultant, you will have real ownership of technical delivery, working side by side with clients to architect and build software that has tangible, lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborating with clients to understand their software engineering needs and objectives.

Designing, developing, testing, and implementing high-quality software solutions using industry best practices and coding standards.

Utilising your expertise in various programming languages, frameworks, and technologies to architect robust and scalable systems.

Developing secure, clean, efficient, and well documented code, ensuring quality through testing, debugging, and reviews.

Staying up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in software engineering and sharing your knowledge with the team.

Collaborating with project managers to ensure successful project delivery within the defined timelines and budget.

Supporting client engagements, including pitches and presentations.

Key Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.

Professional experience as a software engineer, preferably in a consultancy or industry setting.

Experience with multiple programming languages, including Python, Java, C++, Rust, or Go.

Experience with associated software development frameworks and tools such as pytest and OpenAPI.

Experience working in Unix / Linux environments.

Knowledge of database systems and proficiency in database query languages / tools.

Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum, in particular iterative approaches to software development in conjunction with the client.

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.

Familiarity with DevOps practices and principles, such as CI / CD pipelines, containerisation (e.g. Docker) and associated orchestration.

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, values-driven consultancy at a pivotal point in its growth, where your voice matters, your work has real national impact, and your development is actively invested in.

Due to the nature of the clients and projects supported by this role, all candidates must be British nationals and eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Candidates holding dual nationality or multiple passports are unfortunately unable to be considered for this position.

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