Overview

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We are hiring Full Stack Java/React Developers to join a mission-led consultancy delivering modern software solutions to clients in the UK Government and Defence sector. You will be part of a high-trust, agile team developing secure, scalable systems and progressive web apps that make a real difference.

What Youll Be Doing

Youll join a small, high-performing delivery team, using agile and DevOps approaches to build innovative solutions across the full stack.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test secure software systems using Java and React
• Build scalable APIs and data pipelines using modern architecture principles
• Leverage open-source libraries, GitLab CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code
• Deploy to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, and private cloud)
• Contribute across the full development lifecycle from requirements to delivery and beyond

What Were Looking For

We value curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset. You should enjoy solving complex problems and be excited about working with modern tech in a mission-focused environment.

Ideal Experience

• Strong experience in Java and React (or other modern frontend frameworks)
• Full-stack development with clean, maintainable code
• Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation
• Comfortable in Agile teams (Scrum, Kanban)
• Confident collaborating with internal stakeholders and external clients
• Bonus: Exposure to secure or classified development environments

Whats In It for You?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development.

• Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options
• Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences
• Private healthcare and matched pension
• Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups
• Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector

Diversity & Inclusion

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone feels welcome and empowered to contribute.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java and React (or other modern frontend frameworks)
• Full-stack development with clean, maintainable code
• Familiarity with DevOps tools & practices: containers, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation

Salary

• Salary Type: Annual Salary
• Salary Min: £60,000
• Salary Max: £75,000
• Currency Type: GBP

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

Interested? Whether you're actively looking or just exploring options, we’d love to start a conversation. Apply now or get in touch to learn more.

Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom