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Software Engineer

Careers at MI5, MI6 and GCHQ | cheltenham, United-Kingdom | Posted June 11, 2026

Position Overview

GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber‑attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you’ll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.

Salary: £42,630 - £46,246, dependent on experience and made up of a base salary of £35,134 - £38,750, a concessionary payment of £2,758, and a skills payment of up to £4,738 (assessed at interview and offered from day one). You will also receive a one‑off recruitment bonus of £2,000 (£1,000 on arrival and £1,000 on successful completion of probation).

Flexible Working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work‑life balance and offer full‑time, part‑time, and compressed hours. Due to the nature of the work, hybrid working may...

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