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Software Developer (DV Sponsorship)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£75,000 – £90,000 pa

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£75,000 – £90,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Visa Sponsorship
Available
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
7 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

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Software Developer (DV Sponsorship)

£75,000 - £90,000 + Company Benefits + Progression + Hybrid + Company Bonus + DV Clearance Sponsorship

Redhill - Hybrid

Are you a Software Developer with a Telecommunications background looking to join an industry-leading company working on highly secure government projects with the opportunity to gain DV clearance?

Do you want to help develop the next generation of cutting-edge secure satcoms networks for a leading defence organisation?

This leading provider of satellite communications and IT solutions delivers secure, innovative services to clients across the Defence and Maritime sectors. With over 50 years of sustained growth and a global workforce of more than 250 employees, the company is continuing to expand and is now looking to strengthen its Enterprise Systems Engineering team with an experienced Developer.

In this security cleared role, you will lead a small team of developers solving the industry's most complex technical challenges. You will develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions for next-generation satellite communication networks, working across technologies including Python, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL, while supporting CI/CD pipelines, Agile development projects and complex escalated issues.

The ideal candidate will have a background in the telecommunications industry, with strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems, alongside experience with programming languages and technologies such as Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS.

The Role:

  • Develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions
  • Lead and support a small development team
  • Work with Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL
  • Manage CI/CD pipelines, BitBucket and JIRA
  • Support VoIP, networking and escalated technical issues
  • Lead a team of 2 developers

The Person:

  • Software Developer with a Telecommunications or Networking background
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems
  • Experience with Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS
  • Experience with Linux, MySQL and CI/CD environments
  • Eligible for DV clearance and secure government projects (British National)

Reference: BBBH25225

Software Development, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Linux, Debian, Ubuntu, Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, MySQL, Apache, CI/CD, BitBucket, JIRA, TCP/IP, VoIP, Networking, Agile, SCRUM, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Secure Networks, Defence, DV Clearance, Satcoms, WAN/LAN, Redhill, Surrey, London

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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