Senior Java Developer - SC Cleared at Puma Berry Ltd, Manchester/Remote, £420-£450 per day (Outside IR35)

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior HCI Developer with expertise in JavaFX or Swing to join our Defence/Naval program support team. This role requires hands-on experience in UI development, software architecture understanding, and the ability to work in a Linux-based environment. Candidates must be UK nationals with no other passport or dual nationality, holding existing SC clearance or the ability to obtain SC clearance (UKEO, SC). The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering mission-critical solutions within a secure and fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance Human-Computer Interfaces (HCI) using JavaFX or Swing.
• Collaborate closely with product owners to translate requirements into functional user interfaces.
• Conduct unit testing and support static code analysis using Klocwork.
• Refactor and optimize existing codebases as needed.
• Produce high-quality documentation for internal and external use.
• Work within Linux environments, adhering to secure development practices.

Essential Requirements:

• UK Citizenship only (Applicants must not hold another passport or have dual nationality, and must be SC-cleared or eligible for Security Clearance - UKEO, SC).
• Strong experience in JavaFX or Swing for UI development.
• Hands-on product owner experience.
• Solid understanding of software architecture.
• Familiarity with unit testing and static analysis tools.
• Proficient in Linux-based development.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in Defence or Naval programs.
• Knowledge of complex interfaces and systems.
• Previous experience refactoring legacy code.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on impactful Defence/Naval projects.
• Flexible budget for the right candidate.
• Hybrid working model (Manchester-based, 3 days on-site minimum).
• Contract outside IR35.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £420.00-£450.00 per day

Application question(s):

• Are you a sole British national and do you hold no other passports?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M1 5AN

Reference ID: PBL-JAVA23
Expected start date: 07/04/2025