Overview

DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital.

We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Full-Stack Development: Strong experience in designing, building, and deploying end-to-end software solutions using modern languages and frameworks such as Java, Python, Node.js, and React.
• Cloud & DevOps Expertise: Proficiency in cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, along with tools such as Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code technologies like Terraform.
• Technical Leadership: Ability to lead engineering teams, set technical direction, and mentor junior developers while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Communication: Skilled in working with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Architects, Designers, and Testers to deliver user-focused, policy-aligned solutions.
• Problem Solving & Modernisation: Capable of analysing complex systems, modernising legacy applications, and ensuring service continuity through effective incident and problem management.

Delivery. Work. Projects. In this role, you'll lead the design, development, and deployment of high-quality, cloud-native software solutions using platforms like AWS and Azure, and technologies such as Kubernetes, Java, Python, and CI/CD pipelines. You'll also play a key role in application modernisation, system integration, and ensuring service reliability, while championing best practices in engineering and accessibility. You'll use your expertise across multiple programming languages and modern technologies to help build and modernise the systems that power the UK's largest government department. From HR and finance to security and compliance, your work will support the tools 100,000+ colleagues rely on every day to deliver vital services to millions. You’ll work in a collaborative, agile environment alongside engineers, architects, and product teams. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, mentoring, and innovation, you'll help shape the future of digital services across the Civil Service. Join us to make a real impact and build something that matters. The position requires Security Check clearance - you'll be working on impactful projects that touch and help millions of people.

Details. Wages. Perks.

Location: You'll join us in one of our digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle-upon-Tyne, whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%).

Pay: Competitive pay of up to £78,517.

Pension: Civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, up to £19,758 per year.

Holidays: 26 days leave rising to 31 days over time, plus up to 3 flexi-time days per month and usual public holidays.

Benefits: Broad package including flexible working, volunteering opportunities, personal development, and more (examples below).

• An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100)
• Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies
• Time off volunteering and charitable giving
• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'
• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more
• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket
• Sports and social activities
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities

Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply via Civil Service Jobs, then a single-stage online interview.

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