Software Engineer Consultant

• →Work closely with MOD and Defence Industry clients to understand mission requirements and translate them into robust software solutions.
• →Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality, secure software using Defence-approved toolchains and environments.
• →Contribute to systems that enhance situational awareness, command and control, cyber defence, and decision-support capabilities.
• →Develop clean, well-documented, and maintainable code in accordance with relevant coding standards and security requirements.
• →Participate in code reviews, peer testing, and design assurance activities to maintain delivery quality in secure environments.
• →Collaborate with systems engineers, data scientists, and solution architects to deliver integrated solutions across restricted environments.
• →Apply DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) to Defence projects where appropriate.
• →Keep up to date with emerging Defence technology trends, secure software frameworks, and government digital standards.
• →Contribute to bid and proposal work, technical presentations, and client demonstrations.
• →Support Daintta’s growth in the Defence sector through mentoring, technical input, and alignment with company strategy.
• →Helping to support & grow Daintta by actively inputting into the company strategy and helping to shape our future.
• →Representing us and our core values: Transparent, Fair, and Daring.

The role requires the following key skills / knowledge, non-exhaustively:

• Proven experience delivering software engineering projects within the UK Defence ecosystem (e.g. MOD, DE&S, DSTL, DIO, or Defence primes).
• Strong knowledge of secure software development practices and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, C++, Rust, or Go.
• Familiarity with Defence-relevant software development frameworks and toolsets, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, pytest, and OpenAPI.
• Experience working within Unix/Linux environments and with database systems (SQL or NoSQL).
• Familiarity with secure by design principles
• Hands-on experience with Agile or Scrum delivery methods, ideally in secure or hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to convey complex technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or MODCloud) and DevOps practices (CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code).
• Commitment to producing high-quality, mission-ready software underpinned by robust testing and assurance.

In addition to being rewarded fairly for your contribution to the business, you get to work in a dynamic organisation that is agile and responsive. A business that is growing fast and where you get to drive and shape the future. A place where you are respected by everyone and your voice is important. Somewhere where you can be innovative and creative. A place where you have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of business from marketing to sales, to delivery and business operations.

Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from Daintta office (London or Cheltenham) or on client site as required. Depending on client demands, there may be a need for more than 3 days per week on client site.

Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance, and it would be desirable to be able attain DV clearance. To qualify, you must be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. For more information about clearance eligibility, please see https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/united-kingdom-security-vetting