Software Engineer

Software Engineer – SC Cleared / SC Eligible Location: Newcastle upon Tyne About the Role We are working with a leading organisation who are building a brand new Software Engineering team in Newcastle. They are looking to hire multiple Software Engineers across Junior, Mid-level, and Senior levels. Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must hold active SC Clearance or be eligible to obtain SC Clearance. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team, work on meaningful and technically interesting projects, and shape the direction of a newly formed engineering function. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions. • Work collaboratively within agile, cross-functional teams. • Contribute to architectural decisions and technical design. • Build scalable, secure, and high-performing applications. • Participate in code reviews and promote best engineering practices. • Support deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of applications in production. • Mentor junior engineers (for mid and senior level roles). Required Skills & Experience We are open to candidates from a wide range of technical backgrounds. The technology stack is flexible, but experience in some of the following is highly desirable: Programming Languages: • Python, C++, Go, Rust Cloud & DevOps: • AWS or other major cloud platforms • CI/CD pipelines • Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform • Monitoring and logging tools General: • Strong software engineering fundamentals • Experience working in agile environments • Good problem-solving and communication skills • Understanding of secure development practices Security Clearance • Active SC Clearance OR eligibility to obtain SC Clearance is mandatory. • Must have lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years. Experience Levels Junior: • 0–2 years commercial experience • Strong fundamentals and eagerness to learn Mid-Level: • 2–5 years commercial experience • Ability to work independently and contribute to design Senior: • 5+ years commercial experience • Strong technical leadership and mentoring capability Benefits • Competitive salary (dependent on experience) • Excellent career development and training opportunities • Modern tech stack and greenfield projects • Supportive, collaborative culture If you are a Software Engineer looking for your next challenge and hold (or are eligible for) SC Clearance, we would love to hear from you.