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Software Engineer

Applause IT Recruitment LtdNottingham, Nottinghamshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 23 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Software Engineer role offers a fantastic opportunity to expand your skills in Python, Linux, DevOps, and Kubernetes within a collaborative and forward-thinking technology business. You'll thrive here if you enjoy tackling complex technical challenges and contributing to the full software development lifecycle, with excellent prospects for long-term career progression.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Software Engineer

Location: Nottingham (Hybrid)

Python Linux DevOps Kubernetes Terraform SC Eligible

Are you a Software Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on technically challenging software within a collaborative engineering environment?

We're working with an established technology business looking to add a Software Engineer to its growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong Python background who enjoys working across software development, DevOps and infrastructure automation.



The Role

You'll work on a variety of secure software projects, contributing throughout the full development lifecycle whilst collaborating closely with experienced engineers across multiple product teams.

Responsibilities include:

  • Developing high-quality software using Python
  • Linux-based software development
  • Bash scripting and automation
  • CI/CD and DevOps tooling
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Docker & Kubernetes deployments
  • Technical documentation
  • Third-line technical investigations
  • Sprint planning and Agile ceremonies
  • Mentoring colleagues and contributing to engineering best practice


Required Experience

  • 3-5+ years commercial software engineering experience
  • Python
  • Linux
  • Bash scripting
  • Agile development


Highly Desirable

  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Helm
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
  • Jenkins
  • Secure software environments
  • Existing SC Clearance


Why Apply?

  • Diverse engineering projects
  • Hybrid working
  • Strong technical culture
  • Investment in learning and development
  • Exposure to cutting-edge DevOps technologies
  • Long-term career progression

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain UK SC Security Clearance. Existing SC Clearance is highly advantageous.

Skills

Docker
Agile
Ansible
Bash
Helm
Jenkins
Kubernetes
Python
Terraform

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