Sanderson Government & Defence

About the Company

Sanderson Government & Defence was established over 20 years ago as a bespoke solution to a unique talent problem: sourcing and placing high-calibre professional talent to work within the UK government and defence sector.
MISSION
We provide talent solutions for the UK government and their critical supply chains, including: Ministry of Defence and areas of National Security; Central Government and Arm’s Length Bodies; National Policing and Justice; and the broader Public Sector.
EXPERTISE & SKILL
Central to our success has been understanding the government sector's intricate demands; appreciating government protocols, the need for security clearances combined with our knowledge of the specialised skills that set these roles apart. Our approach focuses on developing innovative strategies to penetrate this closed network, leveraging both technology and deep industry connections to source hard to find, hard to reach talent.
Our services encompass the full range of workforce management from contingent permanent and contract recruitment, to project RPO and embedded talent partner solutions, plus statement of work, MSP, and search offerings.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Our driving mission is to help the government and defence sector build the right teams and to be the leading innovative talent specialist, to both government and its associated supply chains. We recognise this sector, more than any other, relies on trust, reliability, and commitment so have dedicated ourselves to understanding the unique pressures and needs of each role.
By nurturing long-term relationships, not just with our clients, but with candidates themselves, we ensure every placement is more than a match on paper; it is a fit in ethos and dedication.
The rewards of this approach are manifold. Contributing to the nation's safety and security by solving talent puzzles is profoundly satisfying. Each successful placement means a critical project receives the talent needed to progress, further securing our nation.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Sanderson Government & Defence

Job Title

Back End Developer

Job Description

Job title: .Net/C# Backend Developer – Defence Sector Role Summary: Design, develop, and maintain secure backend services using .Net/C#, integrate with Site Core CMS, and deploy solutions to Microsoft Azure, ensuring compliance with Defence sector security standards. Expactations: Remote contractor with occasional travel for key meetings, active SC Clearance, strong focus on secure and scalable systems, collaborative engagement with cross‑functional teams. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain backend systems in .Net/C#. - Integrate and manage Site Core CMS components. - Deploy and manage applications within Azure environments. - Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions. - Ensure compliance with Defence sector standards and security protocols. Required Skills: - Proficiency in .Net and C# development. - Hands‑on experience with Site Core CMS. - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Azure services. - Demonstrated eligibility or active SC Clearance. - Proven background working on Defence‑related or other secure projects. Required Education & Certifications: - Active SC Clearance (Security Clearance).

Bristol, United kingdom

On site

01-10-2025

Company Name

Sanderson Government & Defence

Job Title

Software Developer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Cloud Application Developer (Software Developer) **Role Summary:** Design, develop, and deploy high‑availability, cloud‑native applications on AWS (or Azure) for mission‑critical, security‑sensitive platforms. Work within an Agile, multi‑disciplinary team to translate business requirements into scalable, automated solutions while ensuring compliance and security standards. **Expectations:** - Eligible for UK national security clearance (British citizen, ≤30 days abroad in 10 years, clean criminal and financial record). - Deliver robust, automated cloud services in fast‑moving environments. - Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, developers, and operations teams. **Key Responsibilities:** - Gather and analyse business and technical requirements. - Design, build, test, and deploy scalable applications on AWS (preferred) or Azure. - Implement CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps best practices. - Ensure security, compliance, and high‑availability of services. - Conduct performance tuning, monitoring, and support testing activities. - Contribute to technology road‑maps and adopt emerging best practices. **Required Skills:** - Strong software development experience; cloud application delivery. - Proficiency in Python, React, and/or Go. - Linux environment expertise and cloud‑native development. - Deep understanding of CI/CD, source control, and DevOps processes. - Agile teamwork, excellent communication, problem‑solving, and attention to detail. - Familiarity with API development, asynchronous programming, and database querying. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). - Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer/Architect) are preferred but not mandatory.

Tewkesbury, United kingdom

On site

02-10-2025

Company Name

Sanderson Government & Defence

Job Title

Cloud Application Developer

Job Description

Gloucestershire, United kingdom

On site

05-10-2025

Company Name

Sanderson Government & Defence

Job Title

Cloud Application Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title** Cloud Application Engineer **Role Summary** Design, build, and deploy secure, high‑availability, cloud‑native applications on AWS. Work within an Agile, cross‑disciplinary team, automating deployment pipelines and ensuring compliance with security standards for mission‑critical services. **Expectations** - Eligible for UK national security clearance (sole British citizen, no dual nationality, ≤30 days abroad in last 10 years, no criminal record or significant financial issues). - Demonstrate strong problem‑solving and communication in fast‑moving environments. **Key Responsibilities** - Collaborate with stakeholders to gather business and technical requirements. - Architect, develop, and deliver scalable cloud applications using AWS services. - Implement automation, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. - Ensure security, compliance, and monitoring of deployed services. - Support testing, performance tuning, and high‑availability maintenance. - Advise on emerging technologies and promote best practices. **Required Skills** - Software development experience (Python, Go, React) in cloud‑native contexts. - Proficient with Linux, CI/CD, source control, and DevOps tools. - Strong understanding of AWS (preferred) or Azure architectures. - Knowledge of web services (NGINX, Apache, JBoss), TDD/BDD, API development. - Experience with monitoring (ELK, Datadog, New Relic) and Atlassian Jira/Confluence. - Familiarity with identity & access management (OIDC, OAuth2, Keycloak). **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience. - Optional: AWS Certified Developer – Associate or Solutions Architect – Associate.

London, United kingdom

On site

05-10-2025