Job Vacancy Defence Business Services (DBS) Software Developer - MoD - HEO

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in JavaScript development.

• Experience developing backend services using Node.js.

• Ability to write secure, clean, and maintainable code aligned with modern development standards and practices.

• Ability to document, test, and support software components.

• Demonstrable commitment to professional development through proactive learning.

• Practical experience using Git for version control (preferably GitHub).

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with NestJS or other backend frameworks.

• Experience working with TypeScript.

• Familiarity with Agile delivery environments.

• Understanding of the Government Digital Service (GDS) Standard, Ways of Working, and Secure by Design principles.

• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines as part of modern DevOps practices.

• Experience using Docker for containerisation.

• Awareness of accessibility and usability standards in digital services.

• Knowledge of Information Security principles in web-based software development.

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Developing Self and Others

• Working Together

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• DDAT Software Developer: Programming and Build (Software Engineering)

• DDAT Software Developer: Information Security

• DDAT Software Developer: Systems Design

• DDAT Software Developer: User Focus

Norcross - Tomlinson House, Bristol - Abbey Wood North, Glasgow - Kentigern House

Are you a dedicated person who is passionate about making a difference? 

Would you like to work for the Ministry of Defence?  

Defence Business Services (DBS) is one of the largest shared service organisations in Europe that provides a wide range of corporate services, to over 1.2 million end users, including serving and past military and families, as well as MoD civil servants and industry. DBS delivers large scale administration and smaller specialist services to enable the wider MOD to focus on its core aims, maintaining the UK’s Defence and Security. Services include Human Resources, Pay, Veterans, Finance and Procurement. 

•    Our Vision - To support UK defence customers with outstanding service every time.

•    Our Mission – Together we will proudly support Defence, continuously improving and delivering flexible, timely, sustainable and value for money services that underpin the whole force and enhance operational capability. 

DBS is committed to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues. We are building an inclusive culture and respectful environment that reflects the diversity of the society.  

We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us through opportunities to develop your skills and experience. We also offer a range of flexible working patterns and support to make a fulfilling career accessible to you and offer a Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%. Where your role permits, we support a blended working approach alternatively known as hybrid working. 

DBS has recently undertaken a review of its operational locations in the North West, and have consolidated all activities in Norcross, Blackpool. A further move, to the new Government Hub at Talbot Gateway in Blackpool, is scheduled to take place in 2027.

Come and join the DBS community today!