Software Engineer Java Software Developers (SC Cleared)

Company: Sanderson Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will design, develop and maintain secure Java applications for mission-critical defence projects. You will work within Agile teams to deliver cloud-native solutions on AWS, with containerised deployments. You’ll contribute to architecture discussions and help ensure secure, scalable software. This opportunity offers progression from junior to senior levels within a growing organisation.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • clear progression and professional development
  • access to modern technologies and cloud-native development
  • collaborative and technically strong engineering teams
  • onsite role in London (4 days/week)

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications
  • Build and deploy solutions in AWS environments
  • Develop containerised applications using Docker
  • Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams
  • Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
  • Contribute to secure and scalable software architectures
  • Adhere to best engineering practices

Key requirements

  • Commercial experience developing Java applications
  • Experience with AWS cloud technologies
  • Strong knowledge of Docker and containerisation
  • Experience in Agile delivery environments
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Active SC Clearance
  • Eligibility for Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV)
  • strong communication
  • problem-solving
  • team collaboration
  • Java development
  • AWS
  • Docker

Posted: September 14th, 2026