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Principle Python Software Engineer
Spectrum IT Recruitment
Southampton
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£65,000 - £69,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Architect complex systems, owning technical decisions, and crafting Python-powered solutions that make a real impact to customers

Principal Python Software Engineer
Hybrid - commutable distance of the Southampton area
Circa 65k + Up to 15% Bonus

The Role

As a Principal Python Software Engineer, you’ll join an Agile team united by curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that great technology can truly make a difference. You’ll work with Python, AWS, and MariaDB to design and develop systems that keep pace with fast-moving business needs.

Make key architectural decisions, drive technical strategy, and lead the engineering evolution of a platform used across the organisation. You’ll also play a central role in coaching and mentoring engineers, helping to build a culture where innovation thrives and quality is non-negotiable.

As our product team grows, you’ll have the opportunity to step into leadership, guiding the next generation of engineering talent.

This role would suit with:

  • Python, AWS, and modern development practices
  • Experience of steering architectural decisions and elevating engineering standards.
  • Mentoring experience
  • Agile / Scrum

Current tech stack includes:

  • Python
  • AWS
  • Docker
  • MariaDB
  • Jira
  • Azure DevOps
  • Agile

This Principe Python Software Engineer role is paying circa 65k with benefits including, 15% Bonus, 25 days holiday, enhanced pension, onsite gym, Car Scheme, healthcare scheme and more.

Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT for more information.

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Software Developer
Yolk Recruitment Limited
Cardiff
Hybrid
Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+6

?? Senior Software Developer (Java) ?? Cardiff ?? Up to £65,000 DOE What You'll Do: You'll join a collaborative, cross-functional team where you'll play a key role in building and enhancing robust software solutions used by organisations around the world. Day to day, you'll be hands-on with designing, developing and maintaining scalable applications, while contributing to technical decisions and continuously improving how the team works. You'll work closely with Product Owners, QA and DevOps colleagues to translate requirements into high-quality solutions, support production releases, and help resolve complex technical issues. There's also a strong opportunity to mentor others and progress towards a lead developer position, shaping both the technology and the team's future direction. What You'll Bring: Strong commercial experience with Java 8+ and modern development practices Solid knowledge of frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Cloud and Hibernate Experience building microservices and RESTful APIs A good understanding of modern software architectures including microservices and event-driven design Hands-on experience with AWS , Docker and cloud-native development Confidence writing and maintaining unit tests using tools such as JUnit and Mockito Experience working with relational databases such as SQL or MySQL Familiarity with Git-based version control and Agile delivery environments Strong problem-solving skills, clear communication and a genuine desire to keep learning Why You Should Apply: This is a chance to work on meaningful software that supports workplaces globally. You'll benefit from a hybrid working model, strong support for personal development, and a culture that values collaboration, learning and inclusion. Alongside an attractive benefits package including enhanced parental leave, generous annual leave, healthcare support and a pension scheme, you'll have access to learning platforms and clear opportunities to grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Ready to Apply? Contact Jack Winder to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities! TPBN1\_UKTJ

Java Tech Lead
Velocity Talent Ltd
Burgess Hill
Hybrid
Senior
£300/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Java Tech Lead / Architect with 10+ years experience is needed for an initial 6-month contract with further extensions up to 18 months paying £300 a day inside IR35 to drive the design and execution of high-scale, event-driven systems. This role is a hybrid of strategic architectural planning and hands-on engineering leadership. You will be responsible for defining technical roadmaps, mentoring a high-performing engineering team, and ensuring the delivery of robust microservices within a complex, long-term program.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architectural Leadership: Design and oversee the implementation of scalable microservices and event-based architectures using Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka.
  • Team Steering: Act as the technical point of contact for the team; facilitate decision-making, sprint planning, and resource allocation.
  • Quality Governance: Conduct rigorous code reviews, approve pull requests, and establish best practices for CI/CD and automated testing.
  • Hands-on Delivery: Lead by example by contributing to mission-critical code and solving complex technical bottlenecks that require “Architect-level” troubleshooting.
  • Stakeholder Management: Translate business requirements into technical blueprints and communicate progress/risks to program leadership.

Technical Requirements

10+ years of professional software development experience

Expert-level proficiency in Java (current versions) and Spring Boot.

Deep expertise in Kafka for event-driven architecture and streaming.

Proven track record in Microservices design patterns, API Gateway management, and Cloud-native development.

Previous experience leading engineering teams through the full SDLC in an Agile environment.

Preferred Attributes

Experience with Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).

Strong understanding of Database design (SQL and NoSQL).

Excellent communication skills, capable of bridging the gap between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

Working Conditions

Hybrid Model: Candidates must be able to commute to West Sussex 3 days per week.

Stability: While the initial contract is 6 months, this is a multi-year program offering significant long-term potential.

Software Developer
Sanderson Recruitment
Bristol
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Sanderson are working with an established EdTech organisation that is transforming how training providers deliver and manage learning programmes.

With continued investment in its platform and product innovation, the organisation is looking to grow its engineering capability. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where ideas are welcomed, modern engineering practices are valued, and technology decisions are shaped from the ground up.

As a Software Developer, you’ll contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of core platform features. You’ll work across the full development lifecycle, building secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions that deliver real impact for users.

Responsibilities:

Design, build, and maintain high-quality, maintainable code across backend and frontend systems

Develop and enhance features within the platform, ensuring performance, scalability, and usability

Contribute to solution design discussions, translating business and user requirements into robust technical outcomes

Apply modern engineering standards, including clean code principles, testing, security, and documentation

Collaborate with Product Owners, Developers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality releases

Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance systems, tooling, and development practices

Share knowledge within the team, contributing to a supportive and growth-focused engineering culture

Skills & Experience:

Strong experience with .NET for backend development

Frontend development experience with Angular or React

Experience working with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS also considered)

A proactive, collaborative mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

This is a full-time, permanent role offering a salary up to £55,000 (DOE) and a hybrid working model.

Please Note: You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.

Apply now or email for more details.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

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Senior Software Engineer C++/ Rust
Platform Recruitment Limited
Cambridge
In office
Senior
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Senior Software Engineer - Up to £200,000 - Cambridge Title : Senior Software Engineer Company : Proprietary HFT Location : Cambridge Pay : Up to £200,000 with huge potential to increase Company : A proprietary high-frequency trading firm in Cambridge, specialising in the research and development of ultra-low-latency automated trading strategies, are looking for a Software Engineer with a demonstrable background of delivering complex projects from a concept through to delivery. It is important that you have been involved in the entire software development life cycle (SDLC), as this dynamic role will require you to rapidly prototype - and ultimately move into production - highly complex, reliable and performant systems - oftentimes from scratch. Role : Develop ultra-low-latency trading systems C++ or Rust code Work closely with a close-knit team of Software Developers and Quant Traders Build mission-critical research systems from scratch This is an early-stage hire for the team. Much of your work will be completely greenfield. You will be involved in the designing, prototyping, testing and productionising new software. Providing support to a small number of junior engineers Whilst not a requirement, you will be given the opportunity to grow into a senior managerial role should you wish About you: Holistic approach to problem solving; you are able to see the 'bigger picture' of your work Exceptional systems knowledge Exceptional Linux knowledge Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP) Strong concurrent programming ability (C++ or Rust) Experienced working with distributed systems Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch. TPBN1\_UKTJ

Software Developer
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Lincoln
Hybrid
Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Software Developer - C# .NET Core/Vue/AWS - Lincoln - £50,000 - £55,000

The Role

An innovative and growing technology company in the leisure sector is looking to add a talented Software Developer to its UK-based team.

You’ll be contributing to a modern software platform that’s making a big impact across a niche global market. There will be the opportunity to collaborate with other developers and people across the wider technical team working on a variety of existing and greenfield projects.

You’ll join a friendly, cross-functional team where your input will shape key product decisions and help improve the user experience for thousands of active users. The work is varied, ranging across the full stack on a variety of systems.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of experience in Software Development

C# .NET Core

SQL Server

JavaScript/TypeScript/HTML + CSS

JavaScript frameworks (Vue ideally but will consider React/Angular/KnockoutJS)

Desirables

AWS (EC2, SNS and Cloud Formation)

DevOps and build automation tools

Agile/Scrum Methodologies

The Company

This is a expanding tech company operating in a niche sector with a stable, global customer base. With team members across multiple countries, they offer the feel of a close-knit startup with the backing and stability of a mature business. They are currently expanding into other global markets, demonstrating their positive growth!

They foster a culture where developers are encouraged to take ownership, be creative, and work collaboratively. You’ll benefit from strong leadership, technical freedom, and the chance to work on products used internationally.

Salary for this role is between £50,000 and £55,000 DOE and further benefits include hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days WFH a week), your birthday off, free onsite parking, the opportunity to progress in an exciting sector and much more!

Apply Now

If you’re looking for a role that offers flexibility, challenge, and the chance to build meaningful software in a collaborative setting, this will be the role for you!

Don’t miss out and apply today!

Software Developer - C# .NET Core/Vue/AWS - Lincoln - £50,000 - £55,000

Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Software Engineer - Remote
Transvault Software
Clevedon
Fully remote
Senior
£75,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+3

You enjoy solving interesting and challenging problems. You care about great design , real users, and shipping software that works. You dont want layers of management between you and the code. If that sounds like you, keep reading. Were a market leader in enterprise email migration trusted globally to move some of the worlds most complex messaging environments safely and reliably. Alongside that, were building a new generation of products, including tools that monitor and manage GenAI usage in enterprise environments. Were looking for a Senior Software Engineer who wants real technical ownership, real influence, and real problems to solve. What Youll Do Youll work end-to-end on meaningful systems from design through production alongside a small, highly capable engineering team. Design, build, and evolve production systems used by enterprise customers worldwide Take ownership of key components and services, improving scalability, reliability, and security Break down complex requirements into elegant, pragmatic solutions Improve and modernise existing systems where it genuinely adds value Raise the bar through collaborative code reviews and architectural discussions Troubleshoot and resolve real-world issues including performance, reliability, production incidents Use modern tooling (including AI-assisted development where appropriate ) without sacrificing quality Maintain a positive, can-do attitude that energi s es the team and drives momentum This is a senior, hands-on role . Working with other s mart engineers building great software. The Tech Youll Work With You dont need to tick every box , but you should be strong in most of these and excited to learn the rest: TypeScript / Node.js for APIs and services React + TypeScript with modern tooling SQL / relational databases with real production experience C# / .NET (including working with legacy or Windows-centric components when needed) Secure system design (auth, tokens, certificates, APIs, networking fundamentals) Automated testing, CI/CD, and production-grade engineering Nice-to-haves include C loud, containers, Python, AI integrations, and experience with enterprise systems . How Youll Work L ow bureaucracy, high trust A culture that values engineering judgment , not just output Space to influence technical direction and reduce long-term pain Why This Role Is Different Youll have real influence over systems used by major organisations globally Youll work on software where correctness, reliability, and security genuinely matter Youll be trusted to make decisions , and expected to think creatively Youll help shape how we responsibly use AI in real enterprise software What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Flexible, remote working with onsite team collaboration in the Bristol area every other month A smart, supportive team that values quality The chance to build systems youll be proud to put your name on If youre a senior engineer who can visualise an outcome and has the curiosity and problem-solving skills to deliver it, wed love to talk. TPBN1\_UKTJ

Lead Engineer- Financial Services
Anson McCade
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
£90,000
RECENTLY POSTED

A major global financial services organisation is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive the development of cutting-edge Generative AI applications used at scale across the business.

This is a high-impact role where youll lead one of the organisations GenAI feature teams, delivering production-grade AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency for thousands of internal users.

About The Role:

You will design, build and enhance scalable software solutions that deliver enterprise-grade technology capabilities. Working closely with product, architecture and business stakeholders, you will guide engineering standards, influence strategy, and ensure secure, high-quality delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the design and delivery of robust, scalable software using modern engineering frameworks and tools
  • Building and deploying AI-driven applications into production environments
  • Acting as the technical authority within the GenAI domain
  • Collaborating cross-functionally to define requirements and solution approaches
  • Driving best practice in code quality, testing, secure development and performance optimisation
  • Mentoring and developing engineers, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Managing risk, governance and controls within a regulated environment
  • Contributing to broader engineering strategy and innovation communities

What Theyre Looking For:

  • Strong Python development background
  • Hands-on experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Experience with AWS services such as Bedrock, Lambda, S3, Lex and CloudWatch
  • LLM evaluation and prompt engineering / optimisation
  • Experience leading or mentoring engineers
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders

What’s In It For You?

  • Competitive base salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide Generative AI capability
  • Work on large-scale, production AI systems
  • Hybrid working model
  • Strong career progression opportunities within a major technology function

Ok I’m In What’s Next?
Please apply with your latest CV

Software Engineer
MBDA UK
Gloucester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

We are looking for a highly capable and adaptable Software Engineer to join our Command and Control team at our Bristol facility to develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems!

Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: mostly office based due to workload classification, but with opportunities to work from home.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
  • Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

The opportunity:

This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of Command and Control architectures and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative!

You will be working with people and technologies at the forefront of European missile systems design, supporting the development of safe, secure and reliable products that our customers can rely on.

We offer an encouraging working environment with the opportunity to develop your skills across a wide range of products and technologies. Our teams develop software used in the most advanced weapon systems in the world within a critical and influential Software Engineering Directorate; part of a large progressive and adaptable company.

We apply small, focused teams of engineers to complex problems - you will be working with a dedicated group of experienced software, systems and electronics engineers. We maintain an impactful team culture!

What we’re looking for from you:

  • A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact.
  • Experience of working in C++
  • Experience of working with software architecture models.
  • Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development.

Other skills of interest (but not essential) include:

  • Knowledge of Real Time Multi-Threaded Applications
  • Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation
  • Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability
  • Experience in other languages such as Ada
  • Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 and restricted coding standards such as MISRA C++

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

PLM Solution Architect
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Blackpool
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£70/hour - £73/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Initial 9 Month Contract

2 days per week on site (remainder working from home)

Warton, Lancashire

72.54 Per Hour (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35)

The Role

  • Lead the design and implementation of Teamcenter architecture, including Database Server, Application Server, Web Server, Dispatcher, and related components.
  • Define PLM system architecture aligned with enterprise digital transformation goals.
  • Work with TOGAF, DODAF, ArchiMate or similar architecture frameworks to build enterprise PLM roadmaps.
  • Enable and implement end-to-end Digital Thread / Digital Twin solutions across engineering, manufacturing, and service domains.
  • Develop and consume web services and SOA APIs for downstream and upstream system integrations.
  • Develop custom Teamcenter server-side extensions, handlers, and business logic using Java, C++, or C#.
  • Implement ITK (C/C++) customizations for data manipulation, business rules, and server-side logic.
  • Customize and configure Active Workspace (AW) including UI modifications, custom widgets, and client-side extensions.
  • Utilize Teamcenter SOA services to create and deploy custom services and integrations.

The Candidate

  • Deep technical understanding of PLM Ecosystems with the ability to translate business needs into scalable, future ready, PLM Architectures
  • Extensive toolset knowledge including BMIDE
  • Expert knowledge of HCL Connector

If this role is of interest, please send a copy of your CV to Tom McGuire by clicking the “Apply Now” button.

Senior Software Developer
Spectrum IT Recruitment
City of London
In office
Senior
£100,000 - £120,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+2

Senior Software Developers specialising in trading systems required for an excellent client based in London.
The successful Software Developer will join a extremely talented development team and you will be exposed to creating and maintaining our client’s own applications based around a C#/.NET/SQL Server/ASP.NET universe. Many projects are greenfield projects and allow you to make your own mark on the development process early on.You will be given the opportunity to work with the some of the latest technologies possible and will be expected to produce excellent code for our clients in house software applications and trading platform.
Our client offers a very collaborative working environment with all of the development team coming from excellent educational backgrounds from across Europe. This role is within the sports trading industry so any candidate applying should either have an interest in the industry, or experience within it.
This is predominantly an office-based role. As well as very competitive salaries, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Skills required:

  • C#
  • Worked with the latest version of the .NET platform
  • Database experience - SQL Server
  • WPF
  • Angular, TypeScript
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
    Knowledge of working with trading platforms
  • Modelling experience
  • High level aptitude for technology
  • Education to at least a BSc level or higher in Computer Science or Mathematics from a Russell Group University or equivalent.

Desirable skills:

  • HTML5, CSS, JavaScript
  • Multi-threaded application development
  • Understanding of Windows technologies

If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this opportunity, please contact Oliver Wilson on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior .Net Developer
ISR RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Not Specified
Hybrid
Senior
£55,000 - £65,000
RECENTLY POSTED
  • Senior .NET Developer
  • Devon (Hybrid-working - minimum of 2 days in the office, meaning you must be based locally)
  • c£55,000 to £60,000 per year
  • Pension, Bonuses, Training and Development, etc.

Skills and Experience:

  • Expertise in C#, .NET Core, REST API design and backend architecture.
  • Strong SQL skills with the ability to create performant, reliable database logic.
  • Strong understanding of ORM patterns, data mapping strategies and trade-offs between ORMs and stored procedure-driven access.
  • Ability to lead architectural decisions and evolve backend engineering practices.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, debugging and performance optimisation skills.
  • Strong communicator, able to collaborate effectively with engineering, product and offshore teams.
  • Experience integrating services into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps).
  • Familiarity with clean architecture, domain-driven design, or similar engineering patterns.
  • Understanding of containerisation workflows (Docker) and AKS operational concepts.
  • Mentoring experience or leadership within engineering teams.
  • Exposure to API testing practices or support for integration testability.

The Opportunity:

My client based are a Software house based in Devon and they are currently looking for a Senior .NET Developer on a permanent basis.

In this role, the Senior .NET Developer will play a key role in designing, developing and maintaining backend services and APIs that power my client s platform.

This role includes significant responsibility for backend architecture, coding standards and improving engineering practices across the team.

You will be working with modern .NET Core patterns, contributing to SQL development and collaborating closely with front-end teams to enable high-quality product delivery at all times.

This role will help strengthen the overall backend foundation as they look to mature their SDLC and engineering capabilities.

Applications:

Please contact John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment to understand more about our client leading the way in delivering the very latest in technical solutions for their clients from their offices in Devon?

Software Engineer
Euro Projects Recruitment
Fareham
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Software Engineer, Southampton, £35,000 £40,000

  • Software Engineer / Computer scientist / Software Development opportunity within a fast-growing medical device company, developing game-changing rapid diagnostic technology for hospital laboratories.
  • Salary guide £35,000 £40,000 depending on experience (some flexibility)
  • Flexible working hours, 27 days holiday (increasing by 1 day per year), well-funded MedTech start-up environment.

You will be part of a small, highly skilled team bringing a revolutionary technology to market following recent UKCA approval, with UK rollout underway and international expansion planned.

This Software Engineer job will suit:

  • A Software Engineer or Computer Scientist with some experience developing software in a regulated environment (medical devices, aerospace, automotive or similar).
  • Software Engineers familiar with developing software to industry standards as well as structured, test-driven processes.
  • Candidates with strong mathematical and statistical skills, who can apply this to to algorithm development.
  • Those with a degree in a relevant discipline (2.1 minimum).
  • Experience in C/C++, Python, MATLAB or similar languages.
  • Self-motivated engineers comfortable working with minimal supervision in a fast-paced start-up environment.

This Software Engineer job will involve:

  • Development of software for current and future diagnostic instruments, including middleware, firmware and algorithm development.
  • Writing well-documented, maintainable, and test-driven code in line with medical device & industry specific standards (e.g. IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971).
  • Development and execution of unit, sub-system and system-level test plans.
  • Supporting software integration with hardware and electromechanical systems.
  • Working closely with internal teams including production, service and commercial teams, as well as external suppliers.

This Software Engineer jobis based in Southampton and is commutable from Fareham, Portsmouth, Eastleigh, Hedge End, Winchester and surrounding areas.

To apply please send your CV to Sam Hilton at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.
Please note that if you are not contacted within ten days, your application has not been successful.

C++ Software Engineer
Defence
Reading
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

C++ Software Engineer - Defence Initial 6-month contract Onsite in Reading when required Please note, due to the nature of work this role requires SC level Security Clearance on submission. The role will also be working on UK Eyes Only programmes so the contactor must be a sole British national. Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking an experienced C++ Software Engineer for a contract position. Based near Reading, this role is largely remote with occasional onsite requirements (25% onsite). The contract tenure is six months with full-time hours (37 hours per week). You will be a key contributor in an agile software delivery team, focusing on the development of high-quality software products and innovating within a crucial defence project. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain code using industry best practices and contributing to estimation activities. Contribute to the completion of product roadmap features, adding significant value to the programme's success. Conduct first-line peer reviews and offer guidance for improvements. Continuously enhance practices and code quality within the team. Provide technical direction during product design and development phases. Develop new product functionalities and produce test artefacts such as unit tests and integration tests. Job Requirements: Proficiency in C++ and experience in producing and deploying applications via a CI/CD pipeline. Strong experience with Windows Presentation Framework (WPF) and development lifecycle tools like GitLab, Bitbucket, Jira, and DOORS. Ability to work within Secure by Design (SbD) principles and across all security classifications. Experience working in an agile delivery team. Effective team leadership skills, particularly in multi-skilled development teams. Capability to quickly form productive working relationships with stakeholders. Previous work experience in configuration management processes and systems. Active SC clearance with more than 6 months before expiry or renewal. Desirable Skills: Experience in C# and WPF. Familiarity with building enterprise-level applications or services. Experience in simulation and/or training environments. Knowledge of TDD, BDD, and SOLID principles. Understanding of DevOps or DevSecOps principles. Key Behaviours: Excellent interpersonal skills for effective customer and partner liaison. Strong written and oral communication skills. High levels of organisation, time management, and prioritisation abilities. Curiosity and a propensity to promote innovation. A strong desire to continuously learn and grow. Ability to work effectively under pressure and collaboratively within a small team. Willingness to travel as required. If you are a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact within the defence and security sector, we encourage you to apply now. TPBN1\_UKTJ

Senior Software Developer
Yolk Recruitment Limited
Cardiff
Hybrid
Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

?? Senior Software Developer (Java)
?? Cardiff
?? Up to £65,000 DOE

What You’ll Do:

You’ll join a collaborative, cross-functional team where you’ll play a key role in building and enhancing robust software solutions used by organisations around the world. Day to day, you’ll be hands-on with designing, developing and maintaining scalable applications, while contributing to technical decisions and continuously improving how the team works.

You’ll work closely with Product Owners, QA and DevOps colleagues to translate requirements into high-quality solutions, support production releases, and help resolve complex technical issues. There’s also a strong opportunity to mentor others and progress towards a lead developer position, shaping both the technology and the team’s future direction.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Strong commercial experience with Java 8+ and modern development practices
  • Solid knowledge of frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Cloud and Hibernate
  • Experience building microservices and RESTful APIs
  • A good understanding of modern software architectures including microservices and event-driven design
  • Hands-on experience with AWS, Docker and cloud-native development
  • Confidence writing and maintaining unit tests using tools such as JUnit and Mockito
  • Experience working with relational databases such as SQL or MySQL
  • Familiarity with Git-based version control and Agile delivery environments
  • Strong problem-solving skills, clear communication and a genuine desire to keep learning

Why You Should Apply:

This is a chance to work on meaningful software that supports workplaces globally. You’ll benefit from a hybrid working model, strong support for personal development, and a culture that values collaboration, learning and inclusion.

Alongside an attractive benefits package including enhanced parental leave, generous annual leave, healthcare support and a pension scheme, you’ll have access to learning platforms and clear opportunities to grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Ready to Apply?

Contact Jack Winder to find out more.

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Machine Leaning Developer?with AI &Python
Randstad Digital
Sheffield
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£350/day - £400/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Machine Learning Developer (Document AI & NLP)

Duration:6-month contract (FTC/Subcon) role

Hybrid 3 days onsite

Location:Sheffield

The Role

You will design and build Python-based ML and OCR components, taking ownership of the full lifecycle-from initial requirement gathering with stakeholders to deployment and production support.

Core Responsibilities

  • Model Development: Build and iterate on models for content extraction and classification.
  • End-to-End Delivery: Support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including testing, deployment, and API resilience.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Product Managers and technical teams to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions.
  • Innovation: Continuously test and improve existing features using traditional ML and Generative AI.

Technical Requirements

Mandatory Skills:

  • Azure Machine Learning: Proven experience within the Azure ecosystem.
  • Document AI: Strong background in Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) using both traditional and Generative AI (specifically open-source models).
  • Python Expert: Deep proficiency in Python for production-level Machine Learning and NLP.

Frameworks & Tools:

  • ML/DL: TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face.
  • Processing: OpenCV, Spacy, Regex, and OCR technologies.
  • DevOps/Security: Experience delivering secure, resilient code and managing APIs.

Nice to Have:

  • Knowledge of PostgreSQL for data management.
  • Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure CLI, and Azure DevOps.
  • Experience in high-cadence production environments.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

SAP RPA Developer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Nottingham
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£600/day - £650/day

Role DetailsJob Title: SAP RPA Developer
Location: Boots UK, D90 Thane Road, Beeston, Nottingham
Special working conditions (travel, on call etc): Mandatory Work from Office 3 days per Week
Additional remarks (if any): Experience of managing a multi-cultural team working across different time zonesJob Purpose and primary objectivesThe position is based in Nottingham, with an opportunity to work with the SAP Technical team of the SAP Centre of Expertise where the latest SAP technologies and ways of working are being leveraged, reporting into the SAP Solutions lead. SAP RPA skills are required, predominantly to work as SAP RPA Developer on S/4 HANA Transformation program and Maintenance and Support.Key responsibilities (please specify if the position is an individual one or part of a team)

  1. Design, develop, and implement RPA solutions using SAP technologies.
  2. Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to identify automation opportunities.
  3. Maintain and support existing RPA solutions, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  4. Conduct testing and debugging of RPA applications to ensure quality and efficiency.
  5. Document processes, workflows, and technical specifications for RPA solutions.
  6. Stay updated with the latest RPA trends and technologies, particularly within the SAP ecosystem.

Supervisory / Managerial responsibilities (please specify if the position will have persons reporting to it)

  1. Responsible to design and develop SAP RPA Solution and provide guidance to the team
  2. Regular review of design, build delivery and ensure the solution built is inline with the overall architecture

Other responsibilities Budgets, targets, equipment etc (please specify)Not applicableKey Skills/KnowledgeCore skills:

  1. Minimum 3+ years of experience in SAP RPA and SAP BTP development or related roles.
  2. Proficiency in SAP technologies and tools, including SAP Intelligent RPA.
  3. Strong programming skills in languages such as ABAP, Javascript, UI5
  4. Experience with process mapping and analysis techniques
  5. Knowledge of SAP BTP Development and Design Concepts (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP Fiori).
  6. Familiarity with automation frameworks and tools.
  7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  8. Knowledge of SAP AI Capabilities on BTP is desirable

Experience requiredOverall 10-12 Years with min 3 years in RPAPerson SpecificationClient facing, Regular communication with the client & Team.I.e. Negotiating, client facing, communication, assertive, team leading/team member skills, supportive.

Java Software Engineer
Stealth IT Consulting Limited
Telford
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£420/day

Java Software Engineer - Government Project

Active SC Clearance Required

Day Rate:£420 per day inside IR35
Duration:6 months
Location:Telford - 2 days on-site per month (mostly remote)

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced software engineer to join a dynamic team that plays a crucial role in supporting key services. This role involves contributing to various project and live delivery tasks, ensuring that the systems are well-supported and efficiently managed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to both project work and live service delivery.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain high-quality software solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful and timely delivery of services.

Key Skills:

  • Proficiency in Java
  • Experience with Spring Boot
  • Knowledge of PL/SQL

Security Clearance:

  • Active SC clearance required

If this role aligns with your skills and experience, and you’re looking to contribute to meaningful public sector data programmes, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.

Senior Software Development Engineer
Permax Recruitment Limited
London
Hybrid
Senior
£100,000
+4

Permax Recruitment is working in partnership with a London based firm who are on the lookout for a Software Engineer. For nearly a century, our client has been building a firm as accountants, auditors, tax specialists and close advisors to clients operating in emerging markets, disrupting the status quo. This has accelerated thanks to the blockchain. In 2017, a client asked to help with an ICO and they have been crypto pilled ever since, developing into what is currently the leading professional services firm on chain. In 2023, they opened a new leg of the business to carve out a team dedicated to all things Web3, which is now over 80 strong and servicing near 600 digital asset clients globally. They partner with some of the industry's most influential playerscryptocurrency exchanges, blockchain innovators, Web3 pioneers, and digital asset fundsoffering tailored audit, tax, and advisory services that keep pace with this fast-evolving landscape. Senior Software Engineer (Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps) Location: London (Three days in office, two days wfh) Salary: Approx £100,000 + Bonus While our team builds data pipelines and reporting tools that enable accountancy teams to work efficiently, this role focuses primarily on managing our AWS infrastructure, supporting the team with robust DevOps practices, and mentoring other developers. You'll be the technical expert who ensures our systems are scalable, secure, and well-architected as we transition to microservices and ephemeral infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps (Primary Focus) Own and manage our AWS infrastructure, acting as the team's cloud platform expert Be one of the leaders in the migration toward microservices and ephemeral architecture Lead in infrastructure as code Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines for the team's data and application projects Lead the implementation of monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure reliability in our solutions Manage cloud security, IAM policies, and compliance requirements Provide infrastructure support and guidance to team members working on data pipelines and applications Troubleshoot infrastructure and deployment issues Team Leadership & Mentorship Mentor other developers on DevOps practices, cloud architecture, and infrastructure concepts, jointly with other senior members Support and encourage team members in deploying and managing their data pipelines and applications Conduct code and infrastructure reviews Develop and share best practices for cloud-native development Foster a collaborative learning environment within the team Contribute to technical documentation Collaboration & Technical Enablement Enable the team to build and deploy data pipelines efficiently by providing templates and guidance on infrastructure Work with colleagues to understand their infrastructure needs and provide solutions Translate infrastructure requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Collaborate with accountancy teams to ensure data platform reliability and performance *Technical* 5+ years of software engineering experience with a significant cloud infrastructure focus Understanding of networking, security, and cloud best practices Hands-on experience with AWS services Proficiency with infrastructure as code tools Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar) Solid understanding of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS) Experience with monitoring and observability tools (CloudWatch, Datadog, Prometheus, or similar) Proficiency in bash Experience supporting development teams with infrastructure and deployment needs Knowledge of microservices architecture and serverless patterns *Leadership* Experience working in teams outside the realm of Software Engineering Demonstrated experience mentoring or managing junior Engineers Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences Ability to provide clear technical guidance and support Pragmatic approach to balancing technical delivery with business needs Desirable Python experience for infrastructure automation and tooling Familiarity with data pipeline infrastructure (supporting ETL workloads, data warehousing) Experience with data governance and compliance requirements Cloud cost and resource utilisation optimisation Experience migrating from monolithic to microservice architectures What We Offer Opportunity to shape and own the technical infrastructure Small, collaborative team environment where your expertise will have a direct impact Opportunity to create and develop solutions that are new, be impactful Dress for your diary. Flexible working hours. A technology enabled firm. A Family environment, fantastic retention, hiring due to exceptional growth and internal promotions. A Fixed profit-sharing bonus scheme payable to all staff. Brand new central London office. Plenty of socialising opportunities. Free breakfast and fresh fruit provided daily.

Salesforce Developer - Up to 660 Per Day
Anson McCade
London
In office
Mid - Senior
£660/day

Salesforce Developer - Up to 660 Per DayInside IR356 Month ContractActive SC Clearance

A leading technology organisation is seeking a Salesforce Developer to join their Public Sector-focused delivery team in London. Youll be building and extending Salesforce Industry Cloud solutions, working with Flows, OmniScript, Apex, and LWC, while collaborating with project leads and stakeholders.

Role Overview:

  • Develop and deploy Salesforce Public Sector Solutions, including Flows, OmniScript, FlexCards, and Action Plans
  • Implement custom Apex classes and Lightning Web Components where required
  • Follow best practices, maintain solution quality, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborate in an Agile team, supporting and mentoring colleagues where needed

What Theyre Looking For:

  • 5+ years Salesforce Industry Cloud development experience
  • Experience with OmniStudio / Public Sector Solutions
  • Skills in Apex, LWC, JavaScript, and integration tools (Mulesoft / APIGEE beneficial)
  • Understanding of Salesforce security model, testing, and CI/CD deployment
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills
  • Active SC clearance or willingness to obtain

Please apply with your latest CV if you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity

Software Engineer
TUV SUD Limited
Fareham
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.

Please note the working pattern for this role is In-office, full time for the first 3 months, after up to 2 days per week remote available.

Role Overview

As an Innovations engineer you will be helping maintain and develop software-based solutions to business problems in a small team of full-stack software engineers. These solutions will be aimed at ensuring TUV SUD is well placed to deliver future services in a timely, efficient and competitive manner. You will be supporting and developing tools that will be used internally to support the business as we push to digitize and automate our internal processes. As part of the Innovations Team, you will liaise with various parts of the business to support existing applications and provide new and innovative software solutions for internal company usage. You will be expected to input on software requirements, software implementation and propose effective solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Writing Visual Basic/.NET software to support and update a key legacy application used across the business.

* Writing C#/.NET software to automate manual processes and help improve efficiencies across the business.

* Functioning as a full-stack developer, working within a small team that is delivering both front-end and back-end software.

* Contributing to the design of Innovations projects.

* Participating in and contributing to Innovations practices such as Agile ceremonies and trainings.

* Automation of data collection, analysis and reporting using databases (SQL and MongoDB).

* Code sharing within the Innovations Team to speed up development process.

* Training for Service Line employees in areas where new software tools have been deployed by the Innovations team.

* Produce and prove solutions in concept with working prototypes.

* Provide regular updates on project progress.

* Track project progress using DevOps.

Essential Criteria:

* HND (or higher) or equivalent qualification in Engineering or equivalent experience.

* Demonstrable professional experience in software engineering, with experience with C#, VB and .NET.

* Experience with SQL, preferably T-SQL.

* Experience with MongoDB.

* Experience with both front- and back-end development.

* Ability to develop a working software solution in a team environment from concept to finished product.

* Team player, maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, good communication skills at all levels.

* Self-motivated with a desire to learn new skills and make a business impact.

Desirable Criteria:

* SQL Server experience, preferably using stored procedures.

* Experience using Azure DevOps in an Agile team.

* Experience with Agile ceremonies.

* Knowledge of Radio Frequency techniques and technologies.

* Experience with controlling RF test equipment and positional controllers.

* Strong communication skills and ability to communicate technical problems and potential solutions clearly to non-technical staff

Further Information

TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent homeworking, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance.

At TÜV SÜD, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives.

We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Code of Ethics and Company values.

We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD. Click here to find out more about Diversity at TÜV SÜD

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