Sanderson Government & Defence
Java Software Engineer (Multiple Locations)
Sanderson Government & DefenceUnited Kingdom18 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Consulting

Java Software Engineer (SC Cleared)


Locations: Multiple UK sites (hybrid / onsite depending on project)

Salary: £40,000 – £75,000 (flexible based on experience and leadership)

Clearance: SC clearance required (some are restricted for UK eyes only)


The Role

We’re hiring Java Software Engineers to work across a range of public sector, national security and defence programmes, delivering secure, mission-critical systems with real-world impact.

You’ll be involved across the full software development lifecycle, working in Agile teams on complex, secure platforms.


What We’re Looking For

  • Strong experience with Java (Spring / Spring Boot preferred)
  • Understanding of secure software development in regulated environments
  • Experience working in Agile teams (Scrum, CI/CD, TDD/BDD)
  • Familiarity with Git, Jira, and modern engineering practices


Why Apply

  • Broad salary range reflecting depth of experience and leadership (£40–75k)
  • Opportunities across public sector, defence and national security
  • Multiple UK locations with flexible working where possible
  • Clear progression for senior and lead-level engineers


SC clearance eligibility is required, and some roles are restricted to UK nationals only.

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