Lead Software Engineer [Java][ Relocation Assistance: [X] Hours: Full time At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. it's the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. As a Lead Engineer you play a pivotal role in designing, developing and maintaining the critical infrastructure that powers our services. You will be self-driven and organised with a passion for building elegant and stable solutions. You will have the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects with complex challenges within a unique space. For C&I jobs, use: Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. For Defence jobs, use: Our UK Cyber & Intelligence business combines modern software development approaches with a rich heritage and experience in the Defence and security sectors. Our customers have complex and sensitive data and information requirements requiring a mission partner who quickly understands the context, delivering and sustaining a portfolio of challenging technology projects at scale and pace, supporting them through an ambitious digital transformation programme. Ownership of the team deliverables, working with the Scrum Master to define a path forward that meets the customer's requirements. Get involved in the entire software development lifecycle from requirements gathering to design, implementation, test and deployment. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including product, front-end development and QA. Mentor and guide junior developers contributing to the overall team's growth. We can offer you a range of flexible, hybrid and remote working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. Experience as a Software Developer with a strong focus on Backend Java development and it's ecosystem (Spring boot, Maven) Familiarity with CICD, containerisation, deployment technologies & cloud platforms (Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS). Excellent communication, collaboration & problem solving skills, ideally with some experience in agile ways of working. Due to the nature of our projects, you must be UK resident for this clearance type. A mission to believe in
Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees, to sponsoring Cheltenham Pride and our partnerships with Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence - we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong. Your career, your way
Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion. Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development. Yes
