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Software Engineer - AI Innovation
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Connexa
Software Engineer - AI Innovation
£70,000
Milton Keynes
Hybrid
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Description

Our client, a growing consultancy delivering cutting-edge AI and data-led services to government and public sector clients, is looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their forward-thinking team in Milton Keynes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognised AI innovation platform used to drive sensitive data discovery, redaction, and secure archiving for government departments. You’ll work across a modern tech stack and play a key role in the development, deployment, and support of a secure full stack system used across the UK public sector.

Responsibilities:

Design, build, and test full stack software in a secure, client-focused environment

Work with modern front-end technologies (React, TypeScript, HTML/CSS) to deliver intuitive UI/UX

Develop robust back-end services using Java and Spring Boot

Create and maintain APIs and integrate with secure relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, architects, and public sector stakeholders

Contribute to cloud deployment, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines

Follow secure coding and authentication best practices

Participate in code reviews and produce clear internal documentation

Apply innovation to AI-driven projects used across government departments

What we’re looking for:

Minimum 4 years’ experience in full stack development

Strong experience with both front-end (React/JavaScript/TypeScript) and back-end (Java, Spring Boot) technologies

Proven experience designing, building and testing end-to-end web applications

Strong understanding of relational databases and query performance (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Exposure to DevOps and containerisation tools (e.g., Docker, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)

Ability to work confidently in both Windows and Linux environments

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - or equivalent practical experience

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

British Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work. Applicants must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC)

Desirable:

Experience deploying AI/machine learning-based applications

Previous experience working on secure or air-gapped systems

Familiarity with public sector or defence projects

Interest in progressing towards solution architecture or technical leadership

What’s on offer:

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience

Bonus: Up to 20% discretionary bonus

Hybrid working: 2-3 days onsite per week in Milton Keynes

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Medical insurance and health-related benefits

Pension scheme

Career development budget, mentoring, and formal training

The chance to be part of a highly impactful and nationally recognised AI-led innovation project

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems through modern software and AI, and wants to make a tangible impact on the future of public sector digital services.

Keywords:

Full Stack Developer, Java Developer, React Developer, Spring Boot, TypeScript, AI Innovation, Secure Software, SC Clearance, Docker, PostgreSQL, Hybrid Role, British Citizens Only, Public Sector Projects, Milton Keynes, CI/CD, Full Stack Engineer, AI Data Toolsets, Government Technology, Security-Cleared Developer

Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK’s fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies.

People. Technology. Connected.

Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Software Engineer - AI Innovation£70,000
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