Smiths Detection
Security and Detection Solutions
SoftwareEngineer
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“Software Engineer at Smiths Detection. Skills: Software Development, API Design, Containerisation, Cloud Platforms. Solve complex technical problems. Deliver innovative solutions”
What You'll Achieve.
Enable high-quality delivery outcomes
Industry & Context.
Solve highly complex technical problems
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, 1–4 years of professional software development experience with emphasis on hands-on coding across multiple technology stacks, proficiency in modern front-end frameworks (Angular v10+ or React) and back-end technologies (Java, Spring Boot, Python), Solid knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, web components, and responsive UI development, Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks (e. g. , Jasmine, Jest, Karma, JUnit, PyTest), expertise in API design, RESTful services, gRPC, and microservices architecture patterns, Practical experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis) and modern data architectures including event-driven systems, Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Proven experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automated build and release processes, understanding of public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Infrastructure as Code practices, Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, test-driven development, and secure coding standards, Advanced working knowledge of Linux environments, Git version control, and performance troubleshooting
What You'll Do.
Solve complex technical problems
Deliver innovative solutions
Design architectural patterns
Implement design standards
Contribute to development
Design software components
Code software components
Review software components
Optimize software components
Champion software development methodologies
Drive adoption of DevOps practices
Promote secure coding practices
Integrate security controls
Serve as technical bridge
Design testing strategies
Enable high-quality delivery
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work effectively across all organisational levels; Collaboration and stakeholder management; Work in diverse, virtual, and matrix environments; Engage with cross-functional teams; Build effective relationships
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written)
Full Job Description
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Duties: * Solve highly complex technical problems and deliver innovative, scalable, and maintainable solutions with minimal supervision. * Design and implement architectural patterns and design standards while embedding security, reliability, scalability, and performance considerations as non-negotiable quality attributes. * Contribute hands-on to development by designing, coding, reviewing, and optimizing critical software components and services. * Champion efficient software development methodologies aligned with Agile and Lean principles, while driving adoption of DevOps practices and toolchains with emphasis on automation, continuous integration, and continuous deployment. * Promote and enforce secure coding practices and the integration of security controls throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). * Demonstrate deep expertise in modern platforms, frameworks, and tools, serving as a technical bridge between engineering, QA, and other teams to design efficient testing strategies and enable high-quality delivery outcomes. ## Qualifications Education/Training: * Bachelor's or
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