Software EngineerFarnborough | Hybrid (average 3 days onsite)SC Clearance to start | Sole UK Nationals onlyWe are supporting a growing technology organisation delivering secure, mission-critical software solutions within highly regulated environments. They are looking to appoint an experienced Software Engineer to join an established engineering team working on innovative backend systems and modern digital platforms.This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working directly with customers, and contributing to secure, high-impact programmes.The RoleYou will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop and maintain scalable software solutions, with a strong focus on backend engineering. The environment is fast-paced, delivery-focused and suited to engineers who enjoy ownership, communication and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop and maintain robust backend software solutionsBuild scalable services using modern backend languages, with a preference for GolangWork closely with customers to understand requirements, interpret directives and translate needs into technical solutionsContribute across the full software development lifecycle including design, coding, testing and deploymentDevelop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated delivery processesWork with containerised environments using tools such as Docker and KubernetesParticipate in code reviews and engineering best practice initiativesMentor and support junior engineers within the teamContribute to technical decisions, architecture discussions and continuous improvementWhat We're Looking ForEssential Skills & ExperienceStrong commercial software engineering experienceStrong backend development skills using Go / Golang (or another modern backend language at senior level)Experience building APIs, services and scalable distributed systemsStrong communication skills with experience working directly with customers/stakeholdersAbility to gather requirements and turn business needs into technical solutionsExperience with Git, version control and collaborative development practicesExperience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps toolingExperience working in secure, regulated or complex delivery environmentsAbility to mentor junior developers and lead by exampleDesirable SkillsDocker / Kubernetes / container orchestrationCloud platforms such as AWS or AzureAgile delivery environmentsSecurity-focused development practicesExperience leading small engineering teams or technical workstreamsJBRP1_UKTJ