Cyber Software Engineer

Job description

Cyber Software Engineer

Cyber Security & Software Engineering

Location: London

Salary: up to £85,000 + Benefits Package

About the Role

We're partnering with a leading cyber organisation seeking Senior Software Engineers to support the delivery of advanced software capabilities across a number of mission-critical programmes.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex technical challenges, influence engineering direction and help deliver secure solutions that make a tangible impact within the cyber and national security space.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the development of complex software solutions in secure environments.
• Providing technical leadership across engineering teams and project delivery activities.
• Embedding security considerations throughout solution design and development.
• Driving engineering best practice, quality standards and continuous improvement.
• Supporting the development and mentoring of junior team members.
• Contributing to architectural discussions and technical strategy initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Extensive software engineering experience within complex technical environments.
• Strong expertise in Java, C#, C++ or comparable technologies.
• Deep understanding of software engineering principles and secure development practices.
• Experience leading teams, technical workstreams or major engineering deliverables.
• Strong knowledge of development tooling, testing methodologies and CI/CD.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a broad range of stakeholders.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a senior engineering role within a highly regarded cyber capability, working on high-impact programmes where technical excellence, innovation and continuous development are genuinely valued.

To find out more about this opportunity, contact Daire McIlhatton at Anson McCade Recruitment

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-08-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English