Permanent Full Time Large Government Environment NV1 / NV2 clearance is required We are seeking a talented Developer to join a talented and high performing team focused on designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions for a Software-Defined Infrastructure (SDI) project. The ideal candidate will bring strong development skills, a collaborative mindset, and a mission-focused approach. Working closely with the Chief Engineer and multidisciplinary infrastructure teams, you will play a critical role in integrating third-party software and hardware products into a seamless, high-performance solution. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop software components for an Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) project. Collaborate with infrastructure engineers to integrate third-party infrastructure products into a Software-Defined Data Centre (SDDC). Participate in architectural design discussions and implementation planning sessions. Conduct code reviews and implement robust testing processes. Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for software, systems, and processes. Integrate software components into a CI/CD toolchain for automated delivery. Apply a test-driven development (TDD) approach to ensure code quality and reliability. Contribute to continuous process improvement and performance optimization. Assist in diagnosing and resolving complex development issues in collaboration with project teams. Key Requirements: 4 years of professional Python programming experience. Proficiency in Ansible, particularly in extending Ansible modules. Strong experience in managing and automating network devices. Experience with test-driven development, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab), and code reviews. Advanced debugging and performance analysis skills. Exposure to software-defined infrastructure projects and related technologies. Proven ability to solve complex technical problems. Knowledge of network and security monitoring platforms. Familiarity with AWS or other cloud platforms. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including documentation of complex test plans. Job Ref: 3896350 TO APPLY: please click on the appropriate link.