An exceptional opportunity for a mid-level DV Cleared Developer to shape the future of Defence & Government in Jersey.
Government and defence organisations across the Channel Islands handle some of the most sensitive data in the public sector, and the systems behind that work need people who've already cleared the bar on trust.
This growing SME has built its reputation delivering secure software into exactly that space, and it's now looking for a DV Cleared Developer to join its Jersey office as the next phase of work ramps up.
The timing matters.
Defence & Government budgets in the Channel Islands are being directed towards modernising legacy systems, and that means real, hands-on build work rather than box-ticking.
Here's what you'll be doing: Design and build secure applications for government and defence clients, working to strict compliance and accreditation standards Write clean, maintainable code across the full development lifecycle, from technical design through to deployment Work directly with stakeholders in Defence & Government to translate operational requirements into working software Carry out code reviews and pair with other developers to raise the standard of the wider team's output Troubleshoot and resolve issues in live systems where downtime isn't an option Contribute to documentation and security assessments required for formal accreditation sign-off Here are the skills you'll need: Active DV clearance, or clearance that can be reactivated quickly.
This is non-negotiable for the role Solid commercial experience in a modern language such as C#, Java or Python, with a track record of shipping production code Working knowledge of secure development practices and an understanding of why they matter in a Defence & Government setting Comfortable working independently once requirements are set, while still flagging risk early Clear communicator who can explain technical decisions to non-technical stakeholders without losing the detail Experience with version control, CI/CD pipelines and structured testing approaches Key perks and benefits: Salary of £59,000 to £77,000, reflecting the clearance requirement and the seniority of the work Private medical insurance and a solid pension contribution Bonus scheme tied to company and individual performance Generous annual leave plus flexible working around core office hours Office-based role in Jersey, with a defined path for progression as the team grows Why pursue a career in Defence & Government?
Defence & Government work doesn't disappear when budgets tighten elsewhere.
It's one of the few sectors where security clearance genuinely limits the talent pool, which keeps demand for cleared developers high and rewards loyalty with real progression.
Jersey specifically has carved out a niche as a base for this kind of sensitive, high-trust development work, and a DV Cleared Developer with a few years under their belt here tends to have options for the rest of their career.
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