Software Developer (Web Applications)

About us We are a specialist geopolitical analysis consultancy. Much of our work is commercially sensitive, and both our LinkedIn Page and this advert are necessarily minimalist; short-listed candidates will be given more information. About the job We're looking for an experienced Software Developer (Web Applications) to join our engineering team and help build, deploy, and maintain modern web applications — including AI tools that support our analysts' work. You'll be joining a company working at the cutting edge of geopolitical analysis with a strong ethical core, providing tech solutions across a range of teams and workstreams. The work is unusual and fascinating, and we're proud of our company, people, and culture. This role is open to both permanent employees and contractors. What you'll do Design, build, and deploy web applications in a collaborative team environmentDevelop and integrate AI-powered features and tools (e.g. self-hosted models, AI workflows, native AI applications)Write clean, maintainable code and lead/contribute to code reviewsUse Git for version control and team collaborationMentor junior developers and help shape engineering practices What we're looking for Several years' hands-on experience building and shipping web applications (ideally full-stack; current stack includes Python | FastAPI, Postgres, Javascript, etc) and containerized deployment workflows (Docker).Practical experience developing AI workflows / native AI applications (e.g. working with LLM APIs, RAG pipelines, or agentic systems)Strong working knowledge of Git and modern development workflows (DevOps/CI-CD)Ability to work independently, take ownership, and make sound technical decisions ‼️ Short-listed candidates will be required to undertake a technical interview, in which you will have to demonstrate coding & other applicable skills while sharing your screen. ‼️ Required Eligible to work in the UKLocation: London (hybrid, 3-5 days on-site) Desired Hold / be willing to hold SC/DV security clearance. ‼️ Security clearances are more difficult to acquire without +5 yrs' residence in the UK, if not a UK national. ‼️Experience working in a small, high-trust engineering team Benefits Competitive salary / day rate.Private health insurance & gym membership (employees)Generous annual training allowance (employees)Employer pension contribution (employees) Additional information Occasional travel to other company sites may be required.Background checks will be conducted in line with company policy.