Daintta are a rapidly growing, values-driven team of specialists who work with government clients across Cyber Security, National Security, Law Enforcement and Telecommunications. We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission of protecting the UK through data-driven insights and solutions. As a Software Engineer, you will work closely with our public sector clients and project teams to design, develop, and implement software solutions that meet our clients’ requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with clients to understand their software engineering needs and objectives
- Design, develop, test, and implement high-quality software solutions using industry best practices and coding standards
- Utilise your expertise in various programming languages, frameworks, and technologies to architect robust and scalable systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to gather project requirements, analyse feasibility, and provide technical recommendations
- Develop secure, clean, efficient, and well documented code, ensuring code quality through testing, debugging, and code reviews
- Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in software engineering and share your knowledge with the team
- Collaborate with project managers to ensure successful project delivery within the defined timelines and budget
- Accurately delivering high quality work to agreed timelines, including taking the initiative and knowing how to jump straight in
- Supporting client engagements, including pitches and presentations
- Helping to support & grow Daintta by actively inputting into the company strategy and helping to shape our future
- Representing us and our core values: Transparent, Fair and Daring
Skills/Knowledge
The role requires the following key skills / knowledge, non-exhaustively:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field
- Professional experience as software engineer, preferably in a consultancy or industry setting
- Experience with multiple programming languages, including Python, Java, C++, Rust, or Go
- Experience with associated software development frameworks and tools such as pytest and OpenAPI
- Experience working in Unix/Linux environments
- Knowledge of database systems and proficiency in database query languages/tools
- Familiarity with software development methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum. In particular iterative approaches to software development in conjunction with the client
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to find innovative solutions to complex technical challenges
- Excellent communication and presentation skills or Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and team members
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly in fast-paced environments
- A passion for delivering high quality software solutions that meet client expectations
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and principles, such as CI/CD pipelines, containerisation (e.g. Docker) and associated orchestration
- Knowledge of software security principles and best practices
Location?
Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from Daintta office (London or Cheltenham) or on client site as required.
What’s in it for you?
You will be joining the company at Daintta "Consultant" grade. In addition to being rewarded fairly for your contribution to the business, you get to work in a dynamic organisation that is agile and responsive. A business that is growing fast and where you get to drive and shape the future. A place where you are respected by everyone and your voice is important. Somewhere where you can be innovative and creative. A place where you have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of business from marketing to sales, to delivery and business operations.
Security Information
Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To qualify, you must be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. For more information about clearance eligibility, please see https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/united-kingdom-security-vetting
Daintta London, England Office
1 Horse Guards Avenue, Whitehall, , , England, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom, SW1A 2HU
