- Pay
- $69–101k
- Where
- Boston, Massachusetts, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Ambitious Software Developer (DV Cleared) wanted to drive real impact in Defence & Government from Boston.
Defence and government programmes run on code that cannot fail quietly.
This is an established name in the sector, an enterprise organisation with 250+ staff, building systems that support national security work at scale.
Joining as a Software Developer (DV Cleared) means working inside structured teams with proper frameworks already in place, not firefighting someone else's shortcuts.
Here's what you'll be doing: Design and build software components for secure, mission-critical systems used across Defence & Government programmes Write clean, tested code and review pull requests from peers on your team Translate technical requirements from government stakeholders into working solutions Maintain and improve existing codebases without breaking what already works Document your work to the standard this sector demands, because audits happen Collaborate daily with analysts, architects and security specialists based in Boston Here are the skills you'll need: Active DV clearance, or eligibility and willingness to go through the process Solid commercial experience across at least one modern language (C#, Java or Python are common here) Comfort working within established best practices rather than inventing your own Clear written and verbal communication, especially when explaining technical detail to non-technical stakeholders A methodical approach to debugging and testing, not guesswork Experience working on secure or regulated systems is a strong plus Key perks and benefits: Salary of $69,000 to $101,000, depending on experience Private medical and dental insurance for you and your family Enhanced pension scheme on top of the base package Performance-based bonuses tied to delivery, not vague targets Office-based role in Boston, with structured onboarding and clear career pathways Why pursue a career in Defence & Government?
Government and defence spending on technology keeps climbing, and Boston has quietly become one of the stronger hubs for it.
The work is slower to change than a startup, but it rewards people who value precision over speed.
Few sectors offer this much long-term stability alongside genuine career progression.
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