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Backend Software Engineer
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants MUST already hold DV Clearance to be considered
Romsey based
Copello are working with a leading technology and engineering company supporting customers across defence and security, delivering systems that operate in the most demanding and sensitive environments. As a Backend Software Engineer, you’ll help deliver mission- critical software to keep the UK safe, secure and prosperous. You’ll work on the feature development and maintenance of critical systems, solving complex, real-world problems.
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Responsibilities
- Write clean, secure and maintainable backend code
- Translate designs into working software, from concept to production
- Contribute to code reviews and shared technical decisions
- Design, build, test and document robust backend services
- Apply appropriate patterns using proven and emerging technologies
Skills and Experience
- Python
- Linux
- Bash scripting
- Git
- Docker
- Messaging or streaming technologies (e.g. Kafka or Apache Pulsar)
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
- Tooling such as Atlassian or GitLab
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines
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Clearance
This role requires candidates to hold valid DV clearance.
If you feel you have the right skills and experience please apply now, or send your CV to emma@copello.co.uk and we will be in touch for a further conversation.
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