- Pay
- $59–85k
- Where
- Atlanta, Georgia, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Step into this Software Developer (DV Cleared) role and build something that matters in Defence & Government.
Defence programmes in the US run on code that cannot fail quietly.
This business sits inside that world as an established industry leader, delivering large-scale systems for government and defence clients where a bug does not just cost money, it costs mission readiness.
Based in Atlanta, the team works on programmes that most developers never get near, and the structure around them reflects it: clear frameworks, clear ownership, clear expectations.
Here's what you'll be doing: Design, build and test software components for mission-critical defence systems, following established architecture patterns rather than reinventing them Write clean, maintainable code in line with secure coding standards required across government contracts Debug and resolve issues across the stack, from integration points to deployment environments Work closely with systems engineers and programme leads to translate requirements into working software Participate in code reviews and contribute to documentation that satisfies audit and compliance requirements Support testing cycles, including unit, integration and system-level verification, ahead of formal delivery milestones Here are the skills you'll need: Active DV clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain one, is non-negotiable for this role Solid experience in one or more modern programming languages (Java, C++, Python or similar), gained in a professional setting Comfort working within structured development lifecycles and version control practices Understanding of secure software development principles, given the sensitivity of the systems involved Good communication skills.
You'll need to explain technical decisions to people who aren't always technical A methodical approach.
This is not a role for developers who like to move fast and skip documentation Key perks and benefits: Salary of $59,000 to $85,000, set according to experience and clearance status Comprehensive benefits package including private medical and dental insurance Enhanced pension scheme and performance-based bonuses tied to programme delivery Office-based role in Atlanta, working alongside a team rather than isolated at home Structured career development within a company built for long-term progression, not just a job title change Why pursue a career in Defence & Government?
Defence spending in the US keeps climbing, and Atlanta has quietly become one of the stronger hubs for it outside the traditional Beltway corridor.
Programmes in this sector run for years, not months, which means the career paths inside them are long too.
Few industries reward precision and clearance status as consistently as Defence & Government does, and fewer still let a mid-level developer see their work matter at this scale.
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