Software Engineer – National Security & Defence (eDV Cleared)- Multiple UK Locations

Company: Forward Role
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Location: Cheltenham
Job Description:

Software Engineer – National Security (DV Cleared/ Green Badge)

Multiple UK Locations

Multiple specialist engineering organisations are delivering mission-critical software solutions across the UK’s National Security sector in data, secure systems, and cloud transformation, at a genuinely exciting stage of growth.

Locations

  • Hampshire
  • Bristol
  • Corsham
  • Gloucester
  • Cheltenham
  • London
  • Manchester

Rates

  • Competitive (£50k-£110k), dependent on experience and SFIA grading
  • Full details on application

Security Clearance

  • Active eDV/ Green badge clearance required

The Roles

  • Multiple positions open now, all levels
  • Backend, Embedded, Frontend & Full Stack
  • No siloing into one discipline unless that’s your preference
  • Room to specialise, cross-train, or broaden your remit over time
  • Active support to upskill in areas like AWS or Kubernetes
  • Secure, mission-critical environments throughout

Progression & Culture

  • Career progression based on technical remit and impact, not years served
  • Flatter structure with a genuine team culture — not lost in a large hierarchy
  • Real technical ownership and influence over how problems get solved, not just what gets built

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Posted: September 4th, 2026