PERL Software Developer

PERL Software Developer

Location:

Stevenage (once per month onsite, remainder remote) Rate: £77-£84 per hour (dependent on experience) Duration: 6 months Security Clearance: SC required (BPSS to start) Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced PERL Software Developer to join a leading defence engineering environment on a contract basis. This role supports technical publication systems and wider internal information tools used across complex programmes.

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining PERL-based templates and style sheets used in technical publications authoring and publishing. You'll also contribute to the development and support of internal applications, databases and reporting tools.

• Coding and maintaining technical publication style sheets using PERL
• Supporting development of applications and reporting tools using C#, SQL, Java and Power Shell
• Designing and optimising database solutions
• Migrating data from legacy systems
• Analysing system requirements and improving performance
• Defining data structures, security and backup procedures
• Providing operational support for management information systems
• Collaborating with internal teams to support data and reporting strategies

• Strong, hands‑on experience with PERL (essential)
• General software development background
• Working knowledge of SQL and C#
• Experience with data modelling, data analysis or reporting tools
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable working with structured data and documentation systems
• Experience with technical publications is desirable but not required

• This role requires SC clearance (BPSS can be used to start)
• Defence experience is not mandatory
• One-stage interview process

If you're a PERL developer looking for a flexible, largely remote contract supporting technically complex systems, this is a strong opportunity to apply your skills in a high-impact environment