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Coding and Programming Trainee

Multiple locations

Remote or hybrid

Graduate - Junior

£26,000 - £35,000

RECENTLY POSTED

Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Programming?Skills shortages in the IT sector are driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.We help place graduates from this programme in top UK companies and organisations needing to employ entry-level Programming staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme.The best part is you will not need any previous experience as fully accredited training, which includes tutor support and mentoring, provides you with the skills, practical knowledge and qualifications for you to secure a professional job and career in coding. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£25K-£40K) upon completion.Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks or a few months (step 1 to 4 below). Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps.Step 1 -HTML and CSS Online Training ( 12 weeks)The first step is completing a selection of professional and industry-recognised courses. We have carefully selected these courses to give you the most out of both your learning and employment journey.

HTML Essentials (6 weeks)

CSS Essentials (6 weeks)

The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study online from anywhere you choose. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor to help you throughout your training.Once the HTML & CSS courses are complete, you will be ready to move forward.Step 2 -Online Training ( 12 weeks)The second step includes a selection of more advanced courses to get you up to speed.

Learn the Command Line (1.5 weeks)

Learn Git & GitHub (1.5 weeks)

Learn JavaScript (1.5 weeks)

Learn Python 3 (1.5 weeks)

JavaScript forms the foundation of almost everything you see on the Internet, so it will be essential! Python is highly versatile. You can use it for both small and complex tasks, and it is used across many different industries.Step 3 - Build a Portfolio Website Project (1 week)Additional Courses

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Step 4 - Junior Programmer placement (£25K - £40k)We work with you to secure your first role as a Junior Programmer, with a starting salary of anywhere between £25K - £40k. While working as a Junior Programmer, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the programming field.Programmer RoleOnce you have completed all the mandatory training in step four and have gained two plus years experience in the coding industry, you will be ready to move into higher paying programming roles. Our recruitment support team specialises in the Web and programming space and roles at this level have an average starting salary of £45K.We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2009 and we are a CompTIA Gold Partner, accredited by the BCS (Chartered Institute of IT/ British Computer Society) to ensure we provide the highest levels of training.In addition, we are also ELCAS approved to help members of the Armed Forces, Service Leavers and Veterans gain rewarding careers in IT and Cybersecurity.Job GuaranteeDue to the success of this programme and the skills shortage of entry-level coding staff, we can guarantee you will secure a job upon completion of your study programme or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning/ terms of business.Passionate about starting a career in coding? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.

Dynamics 365 Architect

Bright Purple Resourcing

Multiple locations

Remote or hybrid

Senior - Leader

RECENTLY POSTED

TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Dynamics 365 Architect - UK Remote

UK Remote (Occasional travel to Glasgow or Reading)

Up to £100,000 per annum (Including car allowance + bonus)

Eligibility for SC Clearance Required

Are you an accomplished Dynamics 365 Architect with a passion for designing impactful, enterprise-grade solutions? We are seeking a forward-thinking professional to join a high-performing Microsoft practice, where you will play a pivotal role in the technical design and delivery of secure, scalable Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. This is a remote role based in the UK, with occasional travel required to client sites or team hubs in Glasgow or Reading. Please note that eligibility for SC Clearance is essential. Whats on Offer:

Salary up to £100,000 with Car allowance and performance-based bonus included

Flexible remote working with occasional hybrid travel

Competitive pension contributions and a comprehensive benefits package

Key Responsibilities:

Architect and implement robust Dynamics 365 solutions (Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Power Platform)

Lead technical architecture throughout the full project lifecycle

Integrate Dynamics 365 with Azure services and third-party platforms

Develop custom plugins, Power Automate flows, and model-driven applications

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to delivery teams

Ensure scalability, quality, and security across complex solutions

Conduct workshops and translate business requirements into technical designs

Configure CRM forms, dashboards, and views tailored to client needs

Strong hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform

Proven expertise in designing enterprise-scale CRM solutions integrated with Azure

Proficient in implementing custom business logic using plugins, workflows, and low/no-code tools

Experience working with REST/SOAP APIs and Azure services

Passionate about innovation, with exposure to AI Builder and Dynamics 365 AI capabilities

Sound understanding of architectural best practices, ALM, source control, and CI/CD pipelines

Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership

Eligible for SC Clearance (or currently hold clearance)

Bright Purple is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We partner with clients who value and actively promote diversity and inclusion across the technology sector.

Principal Snowflake Engineer

Bright Purple Resourcing

RECENTLY POSTED

Edinburgh Hybrid Bright Purple is delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a Principal Snowflake Engineer to join their Snowflake Platform team within their Data Platform group. As well as a salary of up to £85,000, benefits include:

Annual bonus (up to 15%)

Flexible and hybrid working

Health and dental care

The Role This role will see you take ownership of the systems and infrastructure that integrate Snowflake into the companys wider data ecosystem. Youll play a key part in ensuring the platform remains scalable, maintainable, and ready to meet evolving business needs. As a senior technical figure, youll collaborate across multiple teams to solve complex engineering challenges and drive adoption of Snowflake throughout the organisation. Youll also work closely with partner teams and third-party vendors to ensure all integrations are technically sound and aligned with internal standards. Youll act as a technical authority on Snowflake implementation and integration, helping shape how the platform evolves across the business. About You Youll bring extensive experience working with Snowflake, alongside a deep understanding of modern software engineering principles (automation, testing, and architecture design included). You should be confident working in a cloud-native environment (AWS preferred) and comfortable with web-based application development and data infrastructure. While not everything listed is essential, youll ideally be familiar with:

TypeScript, React, Node.js

C# and Python services

Data stores such as Redshift, DynamoDB, Postgres, Elasticsearch, S3

Snowflake as a central part of a modern data platform

This is a brilliant opportunity to take a lead role in shaping a forward-thinking data platform that supports a global business. Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.

Senior Software Engineer

Bright Purple Resourcing

RECENTLY POSTED

Senior Software Engineer - Edinburgh, Hybrid A high-growth B2B fintech scale-up is looking for a Senior Software Engineerto help scale their platform as they expand internationally. This is a hands-on role blending full-stack development with DevOps and platform engineering, giving you the chance to shape both product and infrastructure. What is in it for you: Flexible hybrid working with 2 days a week into the Edinburgh office Salary up to £70,000 (dependant on experience) Share options and real ownership 25 days holiday + birthday off Autonomy to make an impact and shape your career path What you will be doing: Lead the development, deployment, and evolution of a core sports tech app Ship features end-to-end across a .Net/Azure stack Drive DevOps and security best practice for multi-region scaling Mentor engineers and shape the technical direction Were looking for someone with: C#/.Netexperience (Blazor a plus) Azure infrastructure expertise (App Services, SQL, CI/CD) Agile, collaborative mindset and pragmatic development approach Strong communication skills to work across engineering, product, and support If youre ready to scale a high-growth fintech platform, tackle challenging technical problems, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry. TPBN1_UKTJ

Principal Software Engineer

Bright Purple Resourcing

RECENTLY POSTED

Principal Software Engineer Edinburgh An innovative and well-established med tech company are seeking a proven technical leader to join its R&D team basedin central Edinburgh as a Principal Software Engineer. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the development of next-generation patient monitoring and connectivity solutions that make a real difference in clinical environments. What is in it for you: Competitive salary Flexible working 25 days annual leave - which increase in years of service Life insurance Pension Paid charity work days Healthcare Cash plan … and much more. The Roles: If you are a proven technical leader looking to remain hands on and ship code whilst making key architectural decisions, driving the roadmap, and contributing to building a high performing dev culture …the Principal role is ideal. You will be part of a cutting-edge company at the forefront of healthcare technology. Contribute to a high-performance culture by maintaining rigorous development standards and documentation. As a Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, and developing complex software systems within a regulated medical technology environment. Thesepositions areideal forseasoned engineers who thrivein collaborative cross-functional development. What We’re Looking For: Vast software development experience in C++ Strong background in multi-threaded programming and Linux-based development environments. Experience with Qt/QML or other modern UI frameworks is highly advantageous. Familiarity with regulated industries (medical, aerospace, defence, etc.) is preferred. Experience working with international teams across time zones is a plus. Excellent communication skills. These are outstanding opportunities for a highly motivated engineers to step into a strategic role within a fast-evolving med tech environment. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV for consideration. Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Java Engineer

£50,000 - £70,000

Java Software Engineer Edinburgh/Hybrid Up to £60,000 I am looking for an Java Software Engineer to join a leading international network security software company This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a real impact in the industry. You will join a small close-knit IT team supporting the internal operations and support a globally dispersed workforce. The Role:

Software development and support of complex and algorithmic Java software within a Linux environment.

Development and use of software APIs between components in a Linux system.

Collaborate closely with other team members, product management, and engineering management on requirements.

Deliver strong contribution to intellectual property and software assets.

Work across the entire lifecycle including design, implementation, integration, and bug fix.

Highly proficient in Java 21+

Good object-oriented software design skills

Solid experience in Linux environments

Experience in Spring framework, particular Spring Boot

If you are a driven and ambitious Java Software Engineer looking for a new challenge, this could be the perfect role for you. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking company Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry

Principal Software Engineer

Multiple locations

Senior - Leader

The opportunity:At Leonardo, we are looking for multiple industry experienced Principal Software Engineers to join our growing Software community.What you’ll do as a Principal Software Engineer:Develop embedded software, using RTOSs such as VxWorks or embedded Linux Deploy software to multi-core or distributed hardware platforms Work alongside firmware and hardware engineers to develop working embedded solutions Use C++ and other scripting languages Work to airborne software design standard RTCA 178C and coding standards such as MISRA C++ What we need from you is applied knowledge and industry experience in:Full software lifecycle including: Requirements Management, Design, Implementation, Test and Integration UML and C++ OOD (Object Oriented Design) techniques Working and delivering software using agile techniques such as Scrum, and tooling such as Jira / Confluence / Bitbucket / GItlab Demonstrable experience in the following areas/tools will help you stand out:Matlab Simulink, Rhapsody, DOORS, Dimensions or similar tools Security ClearanceYou must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

C++ Software Engineer - Edinburgh

At Leonardo, we are looking for a wide range of Software Engineers. We are global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which over 7,500 are based in the UK.Leonardo is a leader in Electronics and developing advanced multi-domain technological solutions (Air, Land, Sea, Space and Cyber) for security within and beyond national borders.Job Description:Seeking a skilled C++ Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications. Responsibilities include optimising code, debugging, participating in code reviews, and contributing to system architecture.Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

Proven experience in C++ (C++11/14/17).

Familiarity with libraries/frameworks (STL, Boost).

Multi-threading and concurrency experience.

Strong algorithms and data structures knowledge.

Proficient with version control (Git).

Excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Knowledge of network programming and protocols.

Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases.

Familiarity with development tools (CMake, Visual Studio).

Linux/Unix environment experience.

Competitive salary and benefits.

15% pension contributions provided by Leonardo.

Work on cutting-edge projects.

Collaborative work environment.

Professional development opportunities.

Flexible work hours and remote options.

Important information to know about this role:

Candidates are required to be able to pass basic Security Clearance checks. More information can be found by visiting https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels.

This role is likely to be fully on-site in city centre, Edinburgh.

Embedded Software Engineer - Edinburgh

At Leonardo, we are looking for multiple industry experienced Embedded Software Engineers to join our growing Software community.What you’ll do as a Embedded Software Engineer:You will develop embedded software for a state-of-the-art radar platform. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with Electronic and VHDL/FPGA engineers to ensure the successful testing and commissioning of a complex multi-unit system. The work is innovative and challenging on cutting-edge Arm and Intel SoC platformsWithin the software engineering community at Leonardo Edinburgh, our mission is simple: “Deliver new features and enhancements quickly and continuously to keep our operators safe.” That means we need to develop features, gather data, diagnose problems and deploy updates as quickly as possible. As a Software Engineer, you’ll understand the value you deliver to our customers and how important that is to mission success.Due to the nature of the work we do, remote working and working from home is limited.Depending on your level of expertise, you’ll mentor, coach and teach other software engineers, and actively contribute to sharing knowledge.We need you to:Show a sense of Community: You’ll embed yourself within our community, and value the progress all teams make. You’ll want to help others:

Be Adaptable: You’ll be adaptable to the evolving challenges our community face

Be Curious: You’ll be an avid learner and stretch yourself to deliver on our mission

Show Radical Candor: You’ll care personally and challenge directly

Be Passionate: You’ll show passion and purpose to succeed in our mission

Be Pragmatic: You’ll make pragmatic choices to strengthen our community and achieve our mission

What we need from you is applied knowledge and industry experience in:

Strong low level embedded C programming skills

A solid grasp of C++

Experience in testing and integrating software with firmware (VHDL/Verilog) and hardware

Excellent debugging skills and application of various strategies

Use of RTOSs such as VxWorks or embedded Linux

Deployment of software to distributed hardware platforms, multicore programming, memory management techniques, device driver development, code optimisation, interrupt-driven designs

A good understanding of electronics, schematic design and use of test equipment

Experience developing solutions for ARM and Intel based multicore processing platforms

Communication protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, Serial, Network, PCIe)

Familiarity with configuration management tools, defect tracking and peer review

Demonstrable experience in the following areas will help you stand out:

Working alongside firmware and hardware engineers to develop working embedded solutions

Knowledge of standards such as DO-178C and coding standards such as MISRA C/C++

Requirements management tools

Experience of Agile development and Atlassian toolset

Understanding of the Internet of Things (IoT)

Experience developing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment

Security ClearanceYou must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Lead Software Engineer (Embedded Ada)

Multiple locations

At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Software Engineer. We are global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which over 7,500 are based in the UK.What you will do:Delivering and integrating high quality code Collaborate in the technical solutions with hardware, firmware and systems engineering teams Learn and grow within a supportive environment Lead the development approach considering design principles, modularity and reuse, best practice, toolchain and much moreWhat we are looking for:Below is a list of skills for the role however, we favour behaviours and experience over a specific toolset, programming language etc so please use this as a guide not a requirement!Leading and motivating others Ada Hands on Integration Object Orientation Linux / VXWorks (Desirable) Requirements Engineering High integrity e.g. RTCA-DO178C See what we do at https://electronics.leonardo.com/en/electronic-warfareSecurity Clearance:You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance, please visit - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

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Frequently asked questions

What types of Backend Engineer jobs are available in Dunfermline?

Backend Engineer jobs in Dunfermline range from junior to senior positions, covering industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology startups. Roles often require experience with languages like Java, Python, or Node.js.

What skills are most in demand for Backend Engineers in Dunfermline?

Key skills include proficiency in server-side programming languages, database management (SQL/NoSQL), API development, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and experience with microservices architecture.

Are remote Backend Engineer positions available for Dunfermline candidates?

Yes, many companies offer remote or hybrid work options for Backend Engineers in Dunfermline, allowing greater flexibility while working with local or international teams.

What is the average salary for Backend Engineers in Dunfermline?

The average salary for Backend Engineers in Dunfermline typically ranges from £35,000 to £55,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and the specific employer.

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