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Senior Software Developer

  • Posted March 19, 2026
  • £60000 - £65000 per annum + Some flexibility + £15-£20k in bonus
  • London, Manchester or Cheltenham
  • Permanent

Senior Software Engineer (Python/Java, AWS)

London, Manchester or Cheltenham – primarily on site

£60,000-£65,000 per annum basic salary, with some flexibility at the top end for the right candidate

£15,000-£20,000 per annum in additional compensation related to clearance and wider benefits

No clearance required to apply, but eligibility for enhanced DV clearance is essential

Sanderson Government and Defence are partnered with a major organisation in the UK Defence and National Security space as they look to strengthen their engineering capability delivering into a highly secure government programme. This role can be based in London, Manchester or Cheltenham, and we are open to candidates who can reliably access any of those three sites. Due to the sensitivity of the work involved, the position is predominantly on site, though some degree of flexibility can be discussed.

From a technical standpoint, the team is looking for experienced software engineers with strong skills in either Python or Java alongside AWS, with the ability to work across a modern cloud environment. Beyond that, we aren’t especially rigid: there are several areas within the programme where skilled engineers could add value, so we’re very open-minded as long as you bring solid engineering fundamentals, a collaborative mindset and the ability to solve problems in complex environments.

DV clearance will be required for this position, but you do not need to hold it before joining

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

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    Head of Applications

    • Posted March 16, 2026
    • £110000 - £130000 per annum + Share Options
    • Remote-First Adhoc office meet ups
    • Permanent

    Sanderson are partnering with a growing technology scale-up that is redefining how organisations identify and manage vulnerabilities across their digital footprint. With strong investment backing and an ambitious global growth plan, the company is expanding its engineering capability and building out a high-impact Applications team.

    This is an opportunity to join at an exciting stage of growth and play a critical role in shaping the direction of the organisation’s internal and product-facing applications. As Head of Applications, you will lead a distributed engineering function and help build the structure, processes, and culture required to scale effectively.

    Working closely with senior technical leadership, you will guide engineering teams across multiple regions, drive collaboration, and ensure the delivery of reliable, high-quality software that supports the company’s rapid expansion.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead and develop a globally distributed Applications engineering team, providing strategic direction and day-to-day leadership.
    • Manage and mentor Engineering Leads and Software Engineers, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
    • Build and scale the UK-based Applications team, including hiring and developing new engineering talent.
    • Provide guidance during technical escalations and support architectural discussions across the engineering function.
    • Drive strong engineering practices across the team, including quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.
    • Help shape the long-term structure, processes, and technical direction of the Applications function as the company scales.

    Skills & Experience

    • Proven experience leading and growing software engineering teams within fast-paced technology organisations.
    • Strong technical background with experience in Node, React, and AWS-based architectures.
    • Ability to support architectural discussions and technical decision-making without needing to code day-to-day.
    • Experience working with globally distributed teams and navigating cross-cultural collaboration.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across engineering and business teams.
    • Demonstrated experience in performance management, coaching, and career development for engineers.
    • Comfortable operating within startup or scale-up environments, where flexibility, ownership, and initiative are essential.

    This is a full-time, permanent role offering a starting salary up to £130,000 (DOE) and a remote-first working model.

    Please Note: You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.

    Apply now or email [email protected] for more details.

    Reasonable Adjustments:

    Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

    If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

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