SC Fullstack Software Engineer

Forwardrole • manchester, england • Posted May 25, 2026

Position Overview

Full Stack Software Engineer (National Security)

Location: Manchester with access to multiple UK sites

Salary: £50,000 – £85,000 depending on experience and SFIA grading

Clearance: Active SC clearance required

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining an engineering‑led organisation working within UK National Security and Defence. The focus is on delivering systems that support real‑world operations, where performance, security and reliability all matter.

This is an R&D‑style environment rather than a traditional consultancy. Engineers are given space to solve problems properly, with less rigidity and more ownership over how systems are designed and built.

You’ll be part of small, multidisciplinary teams, but with access to a wider engineering network across multiple UK sites. There is a strong culture of collaboration and cross‑pollination between teams, giving you exposure to different domains, technolo...