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1IM Developer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Multiple locations
Fully remote
Junior - Mid
£450,000 - £500,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Role DetailsJob Title:1IM DeveloperWork Mode:100% remoteRole DescriptionDeutsche Bank Identity Governance Administration (IGA) is managed on 1IM application. TCS provides CTB & Prod Ops and manages end-to-end service.Key Responsibilities

  • Good hands on experience on Quest One Identity Manager interfaces/tools (Manager, Designer or Web Designer, Object Browser, Data Importer, Job Queue Info, Transporter, schema extension, Quest Quick Connect etc)
  • Should have integrated atleast any one of the listed target system with Quest One Identity Manager (Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange/Office 65, Relational Databases, WebServices, Mainframes, LDAP, Lotus Notes, SAP/PeopleSoft, IDaaS Applications) for provisioning and synchronization/reconciliation (Full or Delta)
  • Good to have experience of developing custom connector/integration (UNS Tables)
  • Good to have WebUI components and customization experience
  • Should have good knowledge (2+ years) of MS SQL database (Tables, Views, Stored procedures. Should be able to compile/run medium to high complexity SQL queries
  • Should have good knowledge of VB.Net (2+ years)

Key Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • Quick learner coupled with attitude and passion to learn new development and IAM technologies
  • Very good analytical and communication skills
  • Should have good troubleshooting skills
  • Should have good high level understanding of network components
  • Should have good understanding of SDLC model (Waterfall vs Agile)
  • Should have good understanding of change management process
  • Should have good understanding of Windows server level commands
  • Should have good experience on writing scripts at server level (Perl script / VB script / Java script / batch scripts)

Person Specification

  • Should have performed developer role in past experience
  • Should have worked for international client projects
  • Should have provided post production deployment support
Proclaim Developer
Express Solicitors
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £50,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: Proclaim Developer Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: Express Solicitors is currently looking to appoint a Proclaim Developer, who will be responsible for the design, development, and day to day administration of the Proclaim case management system. The role will be working with our Development Manager, and seven other developers and where necessary third parties, in particular Access Legal Systems to ensure that all identified improvements to the system can be integrated efficiently and with minimal impact to end users. In addition to development, the role will encompass the day-to-day administration of the Proclaim system including template maintenance, user configuration, task server administration and report design and execution. The role will require co-operation with the general IT department and Operations department. Person Specification: Essential: - General understanding of common database programming and query languages. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. - Effective communication skills allowing reporting on a non-technical level of work in progress to senior stakeholders. - Ability to clearly document and evidence planned changes using project and workflow documentation and retain current configurations for recovery purposes. - Excellent organisation and time management skills. - Must understand the concept of internal customers and ensure that internal stakeholders remain confident in the ability of Proclaim to suit the business. - Strong negotiation skills and the capability to deal firmly with external companies to manage projects and maintenance effectively. Desired: - Up to and including Proclaim Technical Level 4 training attended or ability to demonstrate equivalent practical experience including: - A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar Proclaim development role. - Creating new case types, database fields and correspondents. - Screen design and intelligence. - Using maths fields and tests to perform specific functions. - Workflow maintenance including creation of linked actions, forms, secure documents, and master documents. - Advanced Report training or equivalent practical experience of designing, amending and scheduling reports. - Understanding of design and execution of SQL queries. - Experience of designing and using auto routines. - Import/Export routines. - Task server configuration, scheduling, and troubleshooting. - Familiarity with Proclaim v3.5 and its additional features. - Experience of design and execution of Macros. - Knowledge of Proclaim Accounts system and Sage accounting software. - Experience of Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Medical Agency, and Costs Case types. - Knowledge of SQL or similar database languages and ASP, PHP or similar for Web interfacing. - HTML knowledge. - Understanding of web services and multi-platform system interactions. - Knowledge of Proclaim MI Warehouse - Understanding of Proclaim A2A integration and maintenance. - Experience of creating and maintaining Proclaim Secure Docs. - A practical knowledge of Windows based networks including Active Directory and Exchange. Salary & Hours: Salary of £40,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. It may on occasion be necessary to perform maintenance outside of core hours and therefore a flexible approach is required. Benefits: - Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. - 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. - Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. - Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. - Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. - Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Proclaim Developer, Case Management Developer, Law, Web Developer, Web Designer SQL Queries, Proclaim Accounts may also be considered for this role.

BY WMS Sr. Engineer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£475,000 - £500,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Role DetailsRole/Job Title: BY WMS Sr. Engineer / BY WMS Engineer
Work Location: London / Donington
Mode of Working: Hybrid
Onsite Requirement: 2 days
Other Working Conditions: As needed for Cutover, Hypercare support on need basis. Travel to other locations is reimbursable.The RoleAs a Senior BY Dispatcher WMS Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our warehouse operations, playing a pivotal role in optimizing our warehouse management system for efficiency and accuracy. Leveraging your deep expertise in WMS systems, you will design, build implement, and continuously enhance our systems to ensure seamless coordination of inbound and outbound logistics. Your responsibilities will include configuring WMS, overseeing system integration, monitoring real-time data flows, and troubleshooting any issues to maintain uninterrupted operations. Your role requires a keen eye for detail, a strong problem-solving mindset, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance warehouse productivity and meet customer demands. Join us in revolutionizing our warehouse operations and contributing to our organization’s growth and success.Key Responsibilities

  • Assessing client business requirements and opportunities
  • Leading design, configuration, and implementation of JDA Warehouse Management Systems
  • Analyzing and optimizing components of the solution to take advantage of best practices.
  • Work with all appropriate parties to effectively estimate project timelines and deliverables.
  • Recognizing and highlighting incremental improvement opportunities with existing clients
  • Writing functional specifications for modification, interface, report, and label requirements
  • Authoring and/or reviewing system and procedural documentation throughout the project.
  • Design and Development of configuration changes over BY WMS system as per requirement.
  • Engineer software changes (new features) to satisfy customer requirements.
  • Engineer fixes to resolve software defects.
  • Design technical solutions based on customer specification document.
  • Create and execute test plans to verify software quality. Document test results.
  • Provide regular updates on progress to lead engineer and/or project manager.
  • Contribute in daily stand-up meetings with project teams.
  • CI/CD Jenkins and Pipeline management of the BY WMS is most welcome

Your ProfileEssential Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • Configure and optimize BY/JDA WMS Dispatcher components using strong product knowledge, industry best practices, and performance enhancement techniques.
  • Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of Blue Yonder (JDA) Warehouse Management System (WMS) solutions based on client business requirements.
  • Engineer new features and system enhancements to meet evolving customer needs, including design and development of configuration changes within the WMS.
  • Upgrade WMS Dispatcher to the latest versions (2024 and above) and ensure compatibility, stability, and optimal performance post upgrade.
  • Analyze and optimize WMS components to improve efficiency, reliability, and operational performance.
  • Develop technical solutions based on functional and customer specification documents, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Write comprehensive functional specifications for system modifications, interfaces, reports, and label requirements.
  • Develop and deliver defect fixes in a timely manner, ensuring minimal business disruption.
  • Create and execute detailed test plans, thoroughly document results, and ensure high-quality software delivery.
  • Contribute actively to project ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, cross-functional discussions, and design reviews.
  • Provide regular progress updates to lead engineers, project managers, and key stakeholders.
  • Assess client business needs, identify improvement opportunities, and propose effective solutions to enhance customer value.
  • Estimate project timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements in collaboration with project stakeholders.
  • Recognize and highlight continuous improvement and value add opportunities for existing clients.
  • Author and review system documentation and procedural guides throughout the project lifecycle to ensure knowledge continuity and clarity.
  • Utilize strong PL/SQL and Shell scripting expertise to support system configuration, automation, and troubleshooting.
  • Engineer and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins to streamline deployment and improve delivery efficiency (preferred).
  • Azure Cloud Technology knowledge
  • React JS, Java, Python experience.
  • Power BI and JasperSoft Reports development.
  • Warehouse Automation Experience such as SSI, Dematic, Beumer, KNAPP
  • CI/CD Jenkins and Pipeline management of the BY WMS is most welcome.
  • Experience in any other WMS like BY WMS Cognitive, Manhattan, Oracle

Desirable Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • Customer engagement
  • Stakeholder management
  • Running innovations
  • Latest Warehousing Trends and AI
Senior Software Developer
Tilt Recruitment Limited
Alderley Edge
Hybrid
Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE TO TECH STACK REQUIREMENTS -Senior Software Developer - Cheshire - Hybrid - Help redesign the heart of a global business This is not a business as usual developer role. This is a brand-new position as part of a major, group-wide transformation programme that will redefine how our clients core systems work across the business and were looking for a highly experienced Senior Developer to sit right at the centre of it all. If youre someone who thrives on complexity, is passionate about continuously improving development practices and wants to see your work have real business impact, this is a rare opportunity. The Role This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who has been there and done that technically, but who can also mentor others, share knowledge and confidently operate across different cultures and working styles. What's In It For You... Free food and drink 15% performance-related bonus Flexible working 33 days holiday allowance, with the option to buy more Family leave Volunteering days Career development Mental health support and wellbeing perks Pension schemes and life assurance Exclusive discountson entertainment, leisure, and travel What Youll Be Doing Designing, building, testing and deploying high-quality, scalable .NET solutions Leading by example with a software craftsmanship mindset clean code, strong architecture, and robust testing Building modern front ends Designing systems using Clean Architecture, Domain-Driven Design, CQRS and MediatR Developing cloud-native solutions on Azure, including SQL Server Working closely with stakeholders to define technical requirements and integrations Ensuring security, performance and maintainability are baked in from day one Writing automated tests and maintaining excellent technical documentation Acting as a technical mentor and knowledge-sharing focal point between Paris and the UK Supporting agile delivery through sprint planning, estimation and retrospectives Continuously improving development practices, tools and workflows What Were Looking For Essential 5+ years commercial experience with .NET Strong experience with either React or Angular Solid background in SQL Server, ideally hosted on Azure Experience building cloud-native solutions on Azure Deep understanding of Clean Architecture and Domain-Driven Design Hands-on experience with CQRS and MediatR Experience working within Agile / Scrum teams A passion for quality, maintainability and continuous improvement Desirable (but not essential) AI / Machine Learning exposure Azure Infrastructure as Code Data engineering or Databricks experience Power Platform / Power Apps Why This Role Is Different Greenfield rebuilds of core, business-critical systems A chance to shape how multiple teams work together across countries High visibility and long-term impact on the organisation A role that combines deep technical work with mentoring and leadership Travel & Location Hybrid role: Cheshire 1 short initial trip to Paris to meet the Development team you'll be working alongside Ready to Make an Impact? Youll need to be highly technical, adaptable and confident and communication and collaboration are just as important as technical excellence. If youre a senior developer who enjoys solving complex problems and helping teams succeed through periods of major change, wed love to hear from you. Our client is an equal opportunity employer they celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Tilt Recruitment are specialists in IT Recruitment. We work hard to find our candidates their perfect roles within fantastic organisations across the UK. If this role isnt right for you, please still get in touch with us as we may have other roles which may suit you better. We also offer up to £500 for every successful referral, if you know someone who matches this skill set please let us know. Tilt Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1\_UKTJ

Lead Full Stack Software Developer
Spectrum IT Recruitment
Manchester
Hybrid
Senior
£80,000 - £100,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+2

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer

(TypeScript, JavaScript, Node)

Location: Hybrid working within Hampshire
Salary: Competitive + benefits

We’re working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis.

The Role

  • Lead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+)
  • Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modelling
  • Build proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of work
  • Break down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managers
  • Develop and deliver production-ready code across the full stack
  • Ensure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and security
  • Support and improve live systems once deployed
  • Influence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering function

Tech Environment

You’ll work with a modern stack including:

  • Node.js microservices
  • JavaScript & TypeScript
  • Vue.js
  • Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake
  • AWS cloud infrastructure
  • CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices

About You

  • Strong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years)
  • 5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experience
  • Solid background in system design and scalable architectures
  • Experience building large, production SaaS platforms
  • A clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code)
  • Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environments
  • A commercial mindset when designing and delivering software
  • Excellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders
  • Interest in using AI to accelerate and improve software development
  • A passion for performance, security and engineering best practice
  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experience

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working (1 day per week in the Fareham office)
  • Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS business
  • Strong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
  • Supportive, collaborative working environment
  • Community and charity initiatives, including volunteer days

Send your CV across to me on email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.

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

Software Developer
Tilt Recruitment Limited
Alderley Edge
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+1

Software Developer Up to £54k Hybrid Cheshire Free food & drink :)

Were looking for a Software Developer to join our global client within the hospitality sector - someone whos passionate about writing clean, scalable code and excited to influence how they develop and deliver technology.

Youll be joining a fast-paced, forward-thinking, people-first company where your ideas wont just be heard, theyll help shape the way they work. You’ll work with the latest tools and technologies, collaborate closely with global stakeholders, and play a key role in driving innovation across the business.

What’s In It For You…

Free food and drink

15% performance-related bonus

Flexible working

33 days holiday allowance, with the option to buy more

Family leave

Volunteering days

Career development

Mental health support and wellbeing perks

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discountson entertainment, leisure, and travel

What Youll Be Doing…

Designing, developing, testing and deploy high-quality, scalable software solutions

Championing code quality, performance, and security

Collaboratingin agile teams, translating business needs into functional tech

Writingautomated tests and following best practices to ensure maintainability

Providingsupport andtroubleshooting technical issues

Engagingin project planning and contribute to technical documentation

Helping refine development processes and drivingtechnical excellence across the team

What Youll Need

3+ years of commercial .NET experience

Strong experience with Azure, including Azure Functions

Understanding of service-oriented architectures

Ability to write clean, maintainable code and work with Azure SQL Server

Familiar with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)

Firm understanding of best practices

Familiarity with Clean Architecture, DDD, or TDD

Frontend skills (Angular is a huge bonus but Next.JS, React, any web development experience would be a plus)

Bonus points for

Knowledge of asynchronous messaging patterns

Experience with Azure Data Lake, Data Factory, and Logic Apps

Exposure to AI, machine learning, or data engineering

CI/CD experience with Azure DevOps

Why Youll Love Working There…

Youll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking technology function within an organisation that values continuous improvement, innovation, and the growth and wellbeing of their colleagues. Youll also enjoy flexible working, a supportive team culture and free lunch!!

If youre ready to make a difference and build impactful software that powers real-world outcomes, please apply now and Ill be in touch shortly ??

Our client is an equal opportunity employer they celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Tilt Recruitment are specialists in IT Recruitment. We work hard to find our candidates their perfect roles within fantastic organisations across the UK. If this role isnt right for you, please still get in touch with us as we may have other roles which may suit you better.

We also offer up to £500 for every successful referral, if you know someone who matches this skill set please let us know.

Tilt Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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C# Developer
Adria Solutions Ltd
Wilmslow
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary

On behalf of our rapidly growing client based in Cheshire, we are recruiting for an enthusiastic C# Developers. As a C# Developer, you will work as part of the product development team where you will be responsible for maintaining and implementing new features, whether in the core application, one of their mobile apps, or their many API Integrations.

The C# Software Developer will be responsible for:

  • Contribute to new development projects, delivering them from inception to completion, on time and within budget
  • Keep up to date with emerging technologies
  • Be accountable for testing solutions to acceptable standards before handover to the system testing team
  • Continually maintain and update existing transactional web solutions

The C# Software Developer will have the following skills:

  • C#
  • HTML
  • MVC
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • LINQ
  • jQuery/JavaScript
  • Ideally, you’ll have experience with some of the following: Azure, GIT, JSON, Agile/Scrum, Dapper, Redis

Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for a C# Developer to join a company that strongly believes in the development of its employees. You will be rewarded with a competitive benefits package:

  • Medical Insurance
  • 25 days holiday plus your birthday off
  • Flexible working

How to Apply if You re Interested in this Job:

If this sounds like your perfect role, click Apply without delay!

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

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

Senior Developer- Business Central
QBS Software Ltd
Alderley Edge
Remote or hybrid
Senior
£70,000

Company Description

Established in 1987, QBS Software provides a platform for software companies and channel resellers to increase efficiency and achieve growth. We are a technology company with a focus on software covering the enterprise, cloud and consumer markets. QBS has been named in both the annual Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 showing significant annual compound growth, and the London Stock Exchange 1000 companies to inspire Britain.

The group is headquartered in London with 7 regional offices across Europe, has recently become B Corp accredited for meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, and is also independently certified by Planet Mark as net carbon neutral.

Where great people work together we are looking for ambitious co-workers to take our business to the next level, and as an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all our employees. We believe we are stronger when we reflect the diversity in the world around us, making us more dynamic, more innovative and more competitive.

Position

As a Senior Business Central Developer, you will play a vital role in developing & implementing the Business Central ERP platform for the global QBS business and all its entities, leveraging your development skills to provide customisations and enhancements to the Business Central ERP system and the Power platform for D365 Sales/Customer Service & Marketing Insights. You will have the opportunity to work closely with internal stakeholders to develop innovative solutions and contribute to the success of the Group ERP & CRM system. This role will become a key part of the global Change Advisory Board to agree a development roadmap.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Providing second line Business Central support to users in multiple countries.
  • Collaborating with Key Users & Users to understand their business requirements and provide guidance on utilising the system’s features and functionalities.
  • Developing customisations and extensions using AL within the Business Central environment, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
  • Developing customisations within the Power Platform to support the enhancement of the D365 Sales, Customer Service & Marketing environment
  • Conducting code reviews and ensure the quality and efficiency of the developed customizations.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, consultants, and project managers, to deliver high-quality solutions to stakeholders.
  • Documenting technical solutions, issues, and resolutions for internal knowledge sharing and future reference.
  • Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies related to Business Central.
  • Assisting in the testing and deployment of software updates, patches, and new releases of the ERP system.
  • Ensuring adherence SLAs & OLAs and provide excellent customer service to internal & external stakeholders

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

  • At least 8 years experience in a Business Central developer role.
  • Strong experience in troubleshooting issues in Microsoft Business Central.
  • Proficiency in AL programming language with hands-on experience in developing customisations and extensions within Business Central v20 & later.
  • Experience enhancing & developing D365 Sales, Customer service and customer insights.
  • Proficiency in developing in the Microsoft Power Platform.
  • Solid technical experience & understanding of API integration (REST, SOAP, JSON/XML)
  • Developing EDI or B2B trading workflows
  • Solid understanding of SQL databases and ability to write efficient database queries.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve technical issues effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with Collaboration & development tools such as Jira, Github, Azure devops or similar for issue tracking, version control and release management.

Preferred Skills:

  • Knowledge of SSRS & PowerBI would be beneficial but not essential.
  • Solid understanding of SQL databases and ability to write efficient database queries
  • Experience with integration/middleware platforms (e.g. Boomi)
  • Understanding of software development methodologies and best practices.

Other information

Benefits:

  • £70,000 per annum
  • KPI quarterly bonus scheme
  • Excellent contributory pension scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Healthcare scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life cover
  • Online retail discounts
  • Full training and development programme
  • Mentoring opportunities
  • Opportunities for promotion and career progression

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At QBS, we believe diversity isnt just a box to tick, its the engine that drives innovation, creativity, and growth. Were building a culture where everyone belongs, every voice is heard, and every perspective is valued.

We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, because we know that different ways of thinking make us stronger. Whether youre starting your career or bringing decades of experience, what matters most is your passion, potential, and willingness to make an impact.

Backend Software Engineer
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid
£45,000
+2

Backend Software Engineer (Mid-Level) - Manchester (Hybrid) We're hiring a Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer to join a highly collaborative digital product team within a global creative and technology environment. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys building modern, scalable applications and wants to work closely with product, design, and strategy specialists to deliver meaningful digital experiences. The role You'll be part of a cross-functional team responsible for designing, building, and evolving high-quality digital products. You'll contribute across the full development lifecycle, with a strong focus on backend services, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and performance - while continuing to grow your technical depth in a supportive engineering culture. What you'll be doing Designing and developing backend services and APIs using C# / .NET Core Working with TypeScript and React in modern web frameworks (e.g. Next.js / Remix) Building and maintaining cloud infrastructure in Azure or AWS , using Terraform (IaC) Supporting CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments Collaborating with Product, UX, Strategy, and DevOps to deliver outcome-driven solutions Integrating with headless CMS and SaaS platforms in a composable architecture Applying best practices around performance, scalability, security, and observability Contributing to engineering standards, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement What we're looking for Experience building web applications using a modern backend stack Strong fundamentals in API development and relational databases Hands-on experience with .NET Core, C#, TypeScript , and React Exposure to cloud platforms and Infrastructure as Code Familiarity with headless CMS / composable architectures (nice to have) A collaborative mindset and passion for building accessible, user-centred products Why join? You'll be joining a global organisation that values creativity, learning, and collaboration - where engineers are encouraged to experiment, grow, and help shape how technology is delivered. You'll have access to strong career development opportunities, a supportive team culture, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous time off and wellbeing support. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website. TPBN1\_UKTJ

Data Engineer
MBDA UK
Bolton
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£45,000 - £55,000
+2

Bolton As a data engineer specialising in generative AI ; this role will see you working in a developing international and transversal structure. You will have the responsibility to evaluate, build and maintain data sets for internal customers whilst ensuring they can be maintained. Salary: Circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen 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…The opportunity: The MBDA IM GenAI delivery Office department is looking for an experienced data engineer able to evaluate design, deploy, improve and support MBDA data sets. You will ensure MBDA data pipelines are designed to be resilient, secure and responsive. You will use your data engineering expertise to collaborate with different internal customers regarding their data, ensuring they are optimised and secured for their needs. You will provide your knowledge in data management and data quality to guarantee compliance to MBDA data governance. A key part of this role is keeping up to date with new technology, where you will provide insight on our technology roadmap and deliver cutting edge solutions to our internal customers. What we’re looking for from you: SQL technologies skills (e.g. MS SQL, Oracle…) noSQL technologies skills (e.g. MongoDB, InfluxDB, Neo4J…) Data exchange and processing skills (e.g. ETL, ESB, API…) Development (e.g. Python) skills Big data technologies knowledge (e.g. Hadoop stack) Knowledge in NLP (Natural Language Processing) Knowledge in OCR (Object Character Recognition) Knowledge in Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) would be advantageous Experience in containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker) would be advantageous Knowledge in the industrial and / or defence sector would be advantageousOur 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 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 (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-RM1

Data Engineer DV Cleared
Datatech Analytics
North West England
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary

Data Engineer Opportunity, DV-cleared only

London Manchester Bristol

A progressive, leading-edge UK consulting and technology organisation is hiring Data Engineers to deliver mission-critical work across defence and security programmes, building modern data platforms and production-grade pipelines that enable better decisions at pace. Active DV clearance is essential, we are seeking DV cleared candidates only.

The role
You’ll design and deploy production-grade data pipelines, from ingestion through to consumption, within a modern big data architecture. Work is delivery focused and delivered using agile engineering practices.

Typical responsibilities
Build and operate robust pipelines across ingestion, processing, and consumption
Use scripting, APIs, and SQL to extract, transform, and curate data
Process large structured and unstructured datasets, integrating multiple sources
Collaborate with stakeholders and delivery teams to drive outcomes
Core skills (indicative)
Production pipeline design and deployment experience
Strong engineering capability with Python, SQL, plus big data tooling (e.g., Spark, and Java/Scala where relevant
AWS, Azure, GCP

Working pattern

Hybrid working, with the team on client site or in the office a minimum of two days per week. Actual time and location will vary by role or assignment.

Lead Software Engineer
Morson Edge
Manchester
Remote or hybrid
Senior
£80,000 - £90,000

Lead Software Engineer opportunity - 90k+Bonus+Equity - Fully Remote (Once a month meetup in Manchester or Leeds)

Morson Edge are seeking a skilled Lead Software Engineer with Golang experience to join a major replatforming and migration project focused on modernising existing software platforms and infrastructure. The role involves transforming Legacy systems to be cloud-ready, enabling on-demand deployment and delivery through a Docker and Kubernetes-based stack. You will work closely with DevOps and infrastructure teams, combining software engineering expertise with a strong operational mindset.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to a large-scale migration and replatforming effort with a strong DevOps feel.

Key Responsibilities

Replatform existing software and infrastructure to be cloud-ready and support on-demand deployment
Develop and maintain Golang applications with a focus on infrastructure and deployment automation
Collaborate with DevOps teams to build and optimise Docker and Kubernetes-based delivery pipelines
Support migration activities and ensure alignment with cloud-native best practices
Provide training and handover to permanent engineering teams at project completion
Contribute to infrastructure as code and CI/CD workflows to improve deployment efficiency

Skills

Strong experience in Golang development
Solid understanding of DevOps principles and infrastructure automation
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes container orchestration
Experience with cloud platforms and making infrastructure cloud-ready
Familiarity with software replatforming and migration projects
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including permanent engineers
Experience with Scripting and automation tools
Nice to have: experience with C#/.Net development
Strong communication skills for training and knowledge transfer

The money is good too, up to 90k salary with a 10% bonus and equity in the business so that you can share in the success.

If youre interested in finding out more, apply through the link and Ill be in touch ASAP

InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

SharePoint Developer
Adria Solutions
Knutsford
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£55,000

SharePoint Developer - Knutsford, Cheshire

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a SharePoint Developer to join a dynamic and collaborative development team. This role focuses on designing, documenting, implementing, and supporting solutions built on Microsoft SharePoint Online and the wider Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

Youll work with technologies such as Microsoft Graph, PnP PowerShell, SharePoint Designer, and the Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate). Alongside development work, youll contribute to customer support activities through service desk ticket updates, providing 2nd, 3rd and 4th line support across M365 services.
Occasional out-of-hours work may be required depending on business needs.

The organisation offers a flexible hybrid working model, with most of the team working remotely. You will, however, be expected to attend the office when required.
A driving licence is preferred.

The company also has an active social committee that organises events throughout the year from summer BBQs and seasonal celebrations to book clubs and team activities creating a friendly and engaging workplace culture.

Required Technical Skills

Candidates should have strong experience in:

  • Office 365 Access & Identity Management (Entra ID, SharePoint Groups, etc.)
  • Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Calendar and meeting management
  • SharePoint Online administration and management
  • PowerApps development
  • Power Automate flow design and implementation
  • PowerShell scripting

Desirable Skills

Experience or knowledge in the following areas is advantageous:

  • Object-oriented programming principles
  • Power BI or custom SharePoint web part development
  • React-based web functions
  • Microsoft Purview and data retention
  • Microsoft licensing models
  • Secure software development practices
  • Microsoft or AWS certifications

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be:

  • Self-motivated
  • Well-organised
  • A strong team player
  • An effective communicator
  • Keen to learn and grow in a fast-moving technical environment

Interested? Please click Apply Now!SharePoint Developer - Knutsford / Cheshire

Lead AI Automation Engineer
BD Talent Limited
Warrington
Hybrid
Senior
£65,000

Warrington / Hybrid

Circa £65,000

BD Talent has exclusively partnered with one of the most exciting tech start-ups to hit the North West.

Founded by an industry titan with over 25 years of experience in the tech sector, this is a superb opportunity to join the company at the beginning of their journey, playing a truly imperative role.

Joining now will mean you can shape and own the approach, tech stack and direction of the entire engineering function, building both the culture and a team around you. The autonomy, trust and backing youll get will also be second to none.

This is a start up that will be using AI and tech for good working closely with clients to reduce costs and increase reliability in their day to day operations. Acting as true Consultants, you and the team will work with clients to improve workflows by identifying where automation and AI solutions can add real value.

As the tech Lead, your focus will be on:

Designing and delivering automation and AI solutions for a range of SMEs

Building out a library of reusable modules, components and internal frameworks

Engaging directly with stakeholders to understand needs and to identify opportunities

Solution architecture inc. defining solution patterns, approach and best practice

Growing and leading a team of Engineers as the client base further grows

Defining and documenting the technical roadmap, toolset, environment and processes

They are a secure start-up with:

Multiple client engagements, ready to initiate

Funding offers from external partners

A solid reputation and lengthy contact list

And a strong demand for their services

The exact tech stack is fluid and dependent on both this hire and the most suitable tool for each project. We need someone senior level who would be comfortable working as the first and currently only tech specialist and someone with experience across:

Workflow automation platforms (e.g., Make, n8n, Zapier, Workato)

API design, integration, authentication

Python, JavaScript or similar scripting languages

AI/ML models (LLMs, embeddings, classification, summarisation)

Data wrangling and ETL tools

Cloud platforms and serverless architectures

RPA or orchestration frameworks

They are in a great position, strong financially and with clients already signed up thats what makes this such a fantastic opportunity, especially for someone with a genuine interest in AI and Automation. Just imagine how content you could be in a role with masses of autonomy that requires you to challenge yourself and design solutions to help businesses operate better and in turn, overcome any market challenges they may face.

One for you? If so apply now, wed love to speak to you about this further.

*Applicants must be UK based and able to work from the Warrington office 50% of the week occasional UK travel may also be required*

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C# Software Engineer X 3
Adria Solutions Ltd
Manchester
In office
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £60,000

C# Software Engineer X 3 Manchester

As a C# Software Engineer, you’ll design and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions across our clients platform. You’ll take ownership of key features, contribute to architectural decisions, and support a culture of technical excellence.

What You’ll Do

Develop, enhance, and support high-performing, scalable solutions built in C#

Partner closely with Product and fellow engineers to turn business needs into effective technical implementations

Play an active role in shaping system design and influencing the future technical roadmap

Promote high standards across development, including clean code, thorough testing, and clear documentation

Conduct peer reviews, troubleshoot complex issues, and proactively address legacy or inefficient code

Provide guidance and knowledge-sharing to help other engineers grow and succeed

Skills and Experience:

3 years+ commercial experience in software development

Solid hands-on expertise with C# and TypeScript, applying modern engineering standards and practices

Demonstrated track record of building and deploying reliable, scalable systems in live environments

Familiarity with automated build, deployment, and release processes within a CI/CD setup

Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and communicate solutions clearly

Thrives in a fast-moving, agile team where collaboration and shared ownership are key

Benefits

Private medical & dental insurance

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Regular team events

Interested? Please Apply Now!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

C# Software Engineer X 3 Manchester

D365 BC Developer
We Are Dcoded Limited
Stockport
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£80,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

D365 Business Central Senior Developer (AI & Copilot)

£60,000 £80,000 | Hybrid | UK

We Are Dcoded are a specialist technology recruitment partner working with a growing Microsoft consultancy that is scaling its Dynamics 365 Business Central and AI capability. They are now looking to hire an experienced D365 Business Central Developer with strong AI, Copilot and Agent experience to play a key role in delivering next-generation ERP solutions.

This role is ideal for a technically strong BC Developer who enjoys solving complex problems, building intelligent extensions, and embedding AI-driven automation into real-world Business Central environments.

The Opportunity

Youll work closely with functional consultants, architects and clients to design, build and extend D365 Business Central SaaS solutions, with a particular focus on AI enablement, Copilot integration and intelligent agents.

The role is hybrid, with remote working as standard and occasional office or client-site visits when required. All equipment is provided.

Why This Role Matters

Youll be central to how AI and automation are embedded into Business Central solutionshelping clients move beyond standard ERP functionality into intelligent, scalable and future-ready platforms.

Your work will directly influence how clients streamline processes, improve decision-making and adopt emerging Microsoft AI technologies responsibly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and maintain custom Business Central extensions using AL
  • Build and enhance bespoke integrations, APIs and automation across Business Central and external systems
  • Develop and support AI-powered solutions, including Copilot extensions, Agents and intelligent workflows
  • Collaborate with functional consultants to translate business requirements into technical designs
  • Support and optimise data migration processes and system upgrades
  • Troubleshoot, debug and resolve complex technical issues across environments
  • Contribute to solution architecture decisions, performance optimisation and best practice
  • Ensure all development aligns with SaaS, security and Microsoft standards
  • Support post-go-live optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Stay current with D365 Business Central releases, AI developments and Microsoft roadmap updates

Technical Skills & Experience

  • Strong hands-on experience as a Dynamics 365 Business Central Developer
  • Expert knowledge of AL development, extensions, and event-based architecture
  • Experience working with D365 AI, Copilot, Agents or Azure OpenAI (essential)
  • Strong understanding of Business Central SaaS constraints and best practices
  • Experience integrating Business Central with Power Platform, Azure services, Dataverse or external APIs
  • Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines and source control
  • Solid understanding of core ERP domains such as finance, supply chain and operations

Experience & Profile

  • Typically 4+years experience developing within D365 Business Central
  • Comfortable owning technical delivery on projects end-to-end
  • Able to contribute to solution design and challenge requirements constructively
  • Experience mentoring junior developers or supporting technical best practice is beneficial
  • Proactive, detail-oriented and delivery-focused

Communication & Collaboration

  • Strong communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Comfortable working closely with consultants, architects and clients
  • Confident collaborating across distributed and hybrid teams

Values & Culture

  • High-quality engineering and pride in delivery
  • Collaborative, supportive and knowledge-sharing mindset
  • Curious about AI, automation and emerging Microsoft technologies
  • Operates with integrity and accountability
  • Takes ownership and sees work through to completion
Data Engineer
Anson McCade
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£90,000

Data Engineer Hybrid / UK (DV Clearance Required)

We are working with a leading global consultancy to hire a DV-cleared Data Engineer who will turn complex data into actionable insights. In this role, youll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, build, and optimise production data pipelines, delivering scalable, high-impact digital solutions across a variety of sectors.

About the company:
Our client operates at the intersection of strategy, technology, and innovation. With a diverse team of over 4,000 experts across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands, they help clients adapt and transform across multiple industries, including consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government, health and life sciences, and transport.

The role:
As a DV-cleared Data Engineer, youll work alongside cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimise production data pipelines. Youll leverage AWS cloud technologies and open-source tools to transform complex data into scalable solutions that power decision-making and innovation.

Why you should apply:

  • Collaborate with product, design, and technology experts to bring ideas to life through innovative software solutions.
  • Progress your career on a technical track in a supportive, inclusive, and trust-based environment.
  • Hybrid working: minimum two days per week in the office or on client site.
  • Work on diverse projects with varied tech stacks across multiple industries.
  • Access professional development, including technical courses, certifications, mentoring, and coaching.

Tech stack:

  • AWS cloud (EMR, Glue, RedShift, Kinesis, Lambda, DynamoDB) for ETL, data lake/warehouse design, and data movement.
  • Programming: Java, Python, Scala, Spark, SQL.
  • Experience integrating and processing large-scale structured and unstructured datasets from multiple sources on AWS cloud.

Essential requirements:

  • DV clearance is mandatory.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Collaborative mindset, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven experience designing and deploying production data pipelines from ingestion to consumption.
  • Familiarity with API data extraction, scripting, and SQL querying.
  • Experience processing large-scale data in cloud environments (AWS preferred)

What’s in it for you?

  • 25 days annual leave (+ Christmas Eve half-day) with option to buy additional days
  • Private healthcare for you and your family
  • Generous pension scheme and performance-based bonus
  • Share ownership and tax-efficient benefits
  • Community, charity initiatives, and career development support

Ok I’m in what’s next?
Please apply with your latest CV

Geospatial Software Engineer
ISR RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Manchester
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60,000 - £90,000
+5

The Opportunity: You’ll join an experienced, collaborative consultancy team delivering greenfield, enterprise-scale digital services for high-profile public and private sector clients. This opportunity is ideal for a practical, adaptable Geospatial Full Stack Engineer who enjoys working across disciplines and solving complex problems and challenges that will have a real-world impact. Collaboration sits at the heart of how our client operates, so you’ll be partnering closely with colleagues across Software Engineering, User-Centred Design, Delivery Management, Data Science and Live Services to deliver outcomes that genuinely make a difference in today’s society. As a consultancy, they are technology-agnostic by design, focusing on choosing the right tools for each problem, rather than forcing one stack everywhere. Their teams regularly work with .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, AWS and Azure, giving you genuine scope to broaden your skills and develop your career across a range of languages and platforms. Many of their projects also involve Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and open-source geospatial technologies, helping clients unlock the value of location-based data through mapping, spatial analysis and data-driven decision making. Skills and Experience: Essential \* 3+ years’ experience in a Full Stack Engineering role \* Strong development skills in .NET, Java or Python, alongside modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries \* Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, TDD) \* Solid understanding of architectural and design patterns, including microservices and serverless \* Hands-on experience designing and delivering solutions on AWS or Azure \* Experience working with GIS systems or geospatial data, and familiarity with tools such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS, etc. \* A collaborative mindset and experience working in multi-disciplinary teams Desirable \* Experience working in a consultancy environment \* Exposure to public sector projects \* Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Terraform) \* Awareness of the Digital Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice, particularly in geospatial or public sector contexts Role and Responsibilities: This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys the pace, responsibility and collaboration of consultancy. You will be involved with the following types of activity: \* Design and deliver high-quality solutions: building, enhancing and maintaining software, infrastructure and deployment pipelines that are robust, secure and scalable. Projects may include solutions involving geospatial data, GIS platforms and open-source mapping tools. \* Work collaboratively across disciplines: partnering with Senior and Lead Engineers, Delivery Managers, Designers and Data Scientists to shape solutions, contribute to technical documentation and deliver against agreed plans. \* Apply standards and best practice: follow established engineering approaches, contribute accurate technical estimates and proactively identify and escalate risks or issues. \* Communicate clearly and build relationships: present ideas, prototypes and progress updates to stakeholders, while building strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and partner organisations. Applications: Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?

Senior Full-Stack Developer (JavaScript / Node.js)
Adria Solutions Ltd
Manchester
Fully remote
Senior
£50,000 - £70,000
+4

Senior Full-Stack Developer

My Client is a fast-growing technology company building high-performance, real-time digital products used at significant live and large-scale environments.

They are seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer to play a key role in shaping and scaling their core platform.

This is a senior, hands-on position working closely with the CTO to architect, build and optimise systems that must perform reliably under substantial concurrent usage.

The Role

You will collaborate directly with the CTO (an experienced full-stack engineer) to design and deliver robust, scalable systems.

This role spans frontend, backend and infrastructure. It is ideal for someone who enjoys technical ownership, architectural input and solving complex engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable cloud-based architectures using Infrastructure as Code
  • Build and enhance high-performance, real-time web applications
  • Develop systems capable of handling high-throughput, concurrent usage
  • Improve performance, reliability and scalability across existing products
  • Build new web applications, services and supporting infrastructure
  • Implement comprehensive unit testing and conduct load/performance testing
  • Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines
  • Improve developer experience and streamline onboarding processes
  • Contribute to technical strategy and architectural decisions

About You

You are:

  • 5+ years experience in full-stack development
  • Strong in web fundamentals, networking concepts and security best practices
  • Comfortable moving between frontend, backend and infrastructure
  • Experienced designing and implementing AWS-based architectures using IaC
  • Confident building scalable, low-latency real-time systems (e.g. WebSockets, event-driven systems)
  • A collaborative team player who values paired programming and knowledge sharing
  • An articulate communicator with strong analytical thinking
  • Calm and solutions-focused when working under pressure

Tech Stack

You don t need experience in everything listed, but strong exposure to comparable technologies is expected.

Frontend: React, JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS

Backend: Node.js, Redis, DynamoDB, MySQL
AWS services such as CloudFront, ECS, Lambda, S3 and EC2

Tools & Practices: Git, Infrastructure as Code, Vite, Webpack, Docker, CI/CD, Unit Testing

Bonus: Terraform

Benefits:

  • MacBook Pro and modern equipment
  • Remote-first (UK-based)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Flexible working (core hours 9:00 5:30)
  • Supportive, high-trust culture

Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Senior Full-Stack Developer

Lead Software Engineer (MongoDB / Node.js / JavaScript)
Adria Solutions Ltd
Manchester
Fully remote
Senior
£50,000 - £75,000
+7

Lead Software Engineer - MongoDB / Node.js / JavaScript

As a Lead Engineer, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of the product. You ll guide a talented squad of engineers, drive architectural decisions, and deliver scalable backend systems that directly impact thousands of users.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you ll balance technical excellence with mentorship, collaboration, and strategic thinking.

What You ll Be Doing Technical Leadership

  • Set the technical direction and lead architectural decision-making
  • Mentor and support junior and senior engineers
  • Conduct code reviews and uphold engineering best practices

Backend Engineering

  • Build and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs
  • Design and optimise MongoDB database solutions
  • Improve and maintain existing backend infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement robust solutions

Collaboration & Delivery

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver meaningful customer outcomes
  • Participate in technical interviews and help grow the engineering team
  • Drive improvements in processes, tooling, and development practices

Core Technical Skills

You ll thrive if you have experience with:

  • MongoDB (data modelling, indexing, aggregation, performance tuning)
  • Node.js and the wider JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystem
  • Express.js and/or Fastify
  • RESTful API design
  • AWS or similar cloud platforms
  • Microservices architecture
  • Testing frameworks (Vitest, Jest, Mocha, etc.)
  • CI/CD pipelines & DevOps practices
  • GitHub workflows
  • Observability tools (e.g., DataDog)
  • Docker / Kubernetes

Tech Stack You ll Be Working With

  • Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Express.js, Fastify
  • MongoDB
  • AWS
  • Vue.js, Nuxt.js

Nice to Have AI Experience

Not essential, but a big bonus:

  • Integrating AI/ML models
  • Working with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
  • Prompt engineering
  • AI workflow tools (LangChain, Flowise)
  • Building internal AI automation tools

Benefits

This company genuinely invests in its people. You ll enjoy:

  • Remote-first working with offices in London, Manchester
  • Flexible hours
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 2 Christmas shutdown days
  • Option to purchase an extra week off

Interested? Please Click Apply Now!

Frequently asked questions
Manchester offers a variety of Backend Engineer roles, including positions in startups, established tech companies, and large enterprises. Jobs typically involve working with languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, or Node.js, and focus on building scalable server-side applications and APIs.
Most Backend Engineer roles in Manchester require a degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with solid experience in backend development, knowledge of databases, and proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript. Familiarity with cloud services and DevOps tools is often preferred.
Yes, many companies in Manchester offer remote or flexible working arrangements for Backend Engineers, especially following the shift in work culture due to recent years. Job listings typically specify whether remote work is an option.
The average salary for Backend Engineers in Manchester typically ranges from £40,000 to £70,000 per year, depending on experience, company size, and specific technical skills. Senior positions or roles in leading tech firms may offer higher compensation.
To increase your chances, build a strong portfolio showcasing your backend projects, contribute to open-source software, stay updated with the latest technologies, and tailor your CV to highlight relevant experience. Networking through local tech meetups and engaging with hiring managers on platforms like Haystack can also help.