Senior Software Engineer/Developer

hackajob is collaborating with Opencast Software to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

Ready to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? At Opencast, we don’t measure developers by the number of tickets you complete. We care about engineering craft, clean design and thoughtful problem‑solving.

The role

Software developers at Opencast build products with a focus on quality, using agile methodologies, extreme programming practices and industry‑leading languages. They collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders, pair program, apply test‑driven development, refactor code, and deliver solutions that improve client workflows from discovery to live. They work across multiple provider platforms, continuously learn new technologies, and enjoy varied, technically challenging assignments.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the elaboration of the team’s backlog.
• Set testing strategies that meet industry standards.
• Act as a technical expert in the team or team lead.
• Represent the team technically in project discovery.
• Mentor and coach colleagues to help them reach their potential.
• Demonstrate leadership within Opencast communities of practice.

Requirements

• Must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) clearance or be eligible to obtain it.
• Eligibility typically requires UK citizenship and continuous residence in the UK for the past five years, with no single absence exceeding 28 days.
• Experience delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable; familiarity with the GDS toolkit is beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in Java or Scala is required.
• Experience in Kotlin, Ruby, or Javascript is also valuable.
• Deep understanding of programming paradigms, code design, testing, accessibility, performance, and security.
• Proven ability to apply different testing tools and methods in practice.
• Knowledge or experience delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.
• Comfortable with new technology and ongoing learning; t‑shaped skill set is key.
• Experience with agile methodology.

Salary: £59,001 – £72,000

What we offer

A competitive package including a 7% employer pension contribution, share options, and a discretionary bonus. Flexible working hours (aligned to client commitments), 25 days’ holiday, and access to 3 annual “life happens” days to support unexpected situations. Additional benefits include wellbeing support, ongoing professional development, volunteering opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Where you’ll work

This role requires regular on‑site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites, and home. Applicants must commute to offices and client sites as required; travel is essential to the role.

Inclusion

We welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, helping create a fairer society for all.

Interview

Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. We’re happy to make adjustments to support your needs.

Contact

Want to know more? Visit our website or email [email protected]

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