Shape the Future of UK National Security Through Modern Software Engineering

Boost Talent are representing a cutting-edge software consultancy delivering cloud transformation, rapid prototyping, and bespoke digital products across the National Security and Defence sectors. Their work directly supports some of the most mission-critical systems in the UK — improving safety, resilience, and innovation across secure environments.

Locations: London, Cheltenham, or Manchester (3 days per week on site)
Clearance: Must have Active DV (used within last 18 months)
Salary: Up to £95K base + benefits + bonus

The Role
You’ll join a growing team of software engineers delivering secure cloud solutions, greenfield builds, and R&D prototypes for high-impact public-sector programmes. No two projects are the same — expect variety, complexity, and a focus on engineering excellence.

Tech Environment

• React, TypeScript, Java, Python, Go, AWS.

What You’ll Do

• Build and deploy secure, scalable applications in cloud environments.
• Collaborate in cross-functional agile teams, working closely with platform, data, and UX specialists.
• Contribute to R&D initiatives, exploring new technologies and ways to improve delivery.
• Operate in air-gapped, secure environments for DV-cleared projects.
• Balance on-site collaboration with research or coding time from home.

Who You Are

• 2+ years’ commercial experience in software engineering.
• Confident working across front-end and back-end stacks (React, TypeScript, Java, Go, or Python ideal).
• Eligible and currently holding valid DV clearance (active within last 18 months).
• Curious, pragmatic, and motivated by meaningful, mission-driven work.

Join a consultancy where every line of code counts — not just for clients, but for the country.