SC Cleared Senior Software engineer

Reference: KB-256
SC Cleared Senior Software engineer
ASAP Start
28/08 finish - strong expectation for extension
£450 Outside ir35
Remote

Details below

Technical Requirements
Core Tech Stack
Python
TypeScript
FastAPI
PostgreSQL
AWS‑hosted environment
Additional Useful Experience
Familiarity with GDS design framework, GOV.UK component libraries, and templating models
Experience with authentication integrations (handled via third‑party provider)
Exposure to Java (beneficial but not required)
Strong automated testing skills — no separate QA function, engineers write their own tests
Ability to work with AI tooling (e.g., Copilot); experience guiding best practices is a plus

Practices include:
Pairing
TDD
PR reviews
Fast‑moving ticket flow
No appetite for engineers who over‑discuss or over‑spike — the team values momentum, pragmatism, and delivery focus

Team Culture & Expectations
Collaborative, supportive, and delivery‑driven
High‑profile project → blockers get resolved quickly

Looking for someone who:
Pushes for continuous improvement
Keeps work flowing through the board
Is proactive, decisive, and comfortable working at pace
Fits well into a friendly, pragmatic engineering culture

Location & Working Pattern
Fully remote
Occasional team meet‑ups (approx. once every three months)
Meet‑ups may be in any MOJ office, not necessarily London
Travel is flexible — if difficult or costly, the team can accommodate
£450.00 - £500.00
Per day
£450 - £500 per day, Benefits: Remote

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Contract

Added 26/05/2026
Reference: KB-256

SC Cleared Senior Software engineer

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