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Software Engineer

A leading global technology organisation is seeking a Full Stack Engineer with strong, practical experience across Java (Spring Boot) and Angular (17+). You’ll join a high‑performing, cross‑functional engineering team building modern, cloud‑native application ...

Principal Search Systems Engineer Scale & Infrastructure

The Consulting Solutions is looking for a Principal Software Engineer for their Elasticsearch - Search Scaling team in Greater London. You will lead the evolution of search capabilities and improve search infrastructure. The ideal candidate has a strong background in technical leadership within distrib ...

Senior Director of AI Driven Cloud Platform Engineering

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is looking for a Senior Principal Software Engineer to lead strategic development in Infrastructure Platforms. You will enhance, build, and deliver market-leading technology products with a focus on secure and scalable solutions. The ideal candidate should have proven software engi ...

Staff Engineer & Team Lead Backend & Architecture

A leading fintech company is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead and inspire engineering teams at their London office. The role includes coaching team members, overseeing complex projects, and contributing to a robust platform built primarily in Java. This position offers a collaborative environment and emphasizes ...

Senior/Lead Engineer React, TS & Cross Platform

Java Script Works is looking for a skilled Senior/Lead Engineer with expertise in React (Next.js), React Native, and TypeScript to drive their cross-platform mobile application and technology ecosystem. The ideal candidate will identify and resolve architectural and performance issues, ensuring optimal functiona ...

Lead React/UI Engineer — Trading Platform (London)

Java Script Works is looking for a Lead Software Engineer - React/UI to join their FICC E-TRADING team in London. This role involves being a key player in an agile environment to design and deliver innovative software solutions. Candidates should have experience with modern tech stacks, particularly in React and ...

Staff Backend Engineer, Risk & Fraud Remote UK

A global digital sports platform is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to lead backend architecture focused on fraud detection and responsible gaming. This role requires deep expertise in Java and Spring Boot, along with experience in designing secure, distributed systems. You will collaborate with cross-functiona ...

Principal Full Stack Engineer & Tech Leader (Cloud)

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Principal Full Stack Engineer to lead L2/L3 support teams. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Java, Python, Node.js, or C#, alongside substantial cloud architecture experience (AWS or Azure). This role emphasizes technical leadership, mentori ...

Lead Backend Platform Engineer | Cloud & Microservices

MarkIT Placements is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in London for Backend Platform Services. The ideal candidate will develop technologies to solve real problems, challenge existing engineering practices, and demonstrate strong leadership. Skills in C#, Java or Python, along with knowledge of SOA, Mi ...

UK Staff Solutions Architect — New Logo Growth Lead

Temporal is seeking a Staff Solutions Architect focused on the UK region. In this role, you’ll lead customer interactions, showcasing Temporal’s cloud services and helping clients understand application suitability. The ideal candidate will have strong technical communication skills, comfort with distr ...

Software Engineering Manager

Job Req ID: 57897 Location: Manchester or Birmingham About the role This role is critical to delivering a scalable internal platform that enables engineering teams across BT to build, deploy and operate software efficiently at scale. The Engineering Manager, Platform Engineering ...

Data Platform Tech Lead — Cloud, Scale & Reliability

hackajob is seeking an Engineering Lead for the Database Reliability Engineering team at Wise in London. In this role, you will lead a high-performing team, focusing on innovative solutions while ensuring scalability and reliability of database technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong softw ...

Senior Software Engineer Distributed Risk Engine

Citigroup Inc. is looking for a Senior Engineer to take on the role of Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst for the XiP calculation platform. The position requires extensive knowledge of Java and experience in building and maintaining distributed systems. The successful candidate will desig ...

Senior Software Engineer: Design, Mentoring & Quality

True North Consulting Group Ltd is looking for a lead-level role in Bristol focused on user-centred service design. You will lead the design and delivery of services across multiple technologies like Java and Scala, ensuring that quality is embedded through strong testing practices. The position offers ...

Senior Financial Messaging Solution Architect

A leading financial software provider is seeking an Expert Solution Architect to lead architectural design and implementation. The position requires strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and backend technologies to develop high-performance financial applications. Candidates should possess leadership skills and ...

Hybrid Senior Software Lead .NET/C# Expert

Bowerford Associates is seeking a Senior Software Developer/Lead Developer in Plymouth. This hybrid-working role involves designing and building enterprise-level software solutions, leading the development team while utilizing .NET and C#. A strong coding background is essential, along with experience in clou ...

Principal Engineer FinTech SaaS | Hybrid London

Accelero is looking for a Principal Engineer (Java) to join their team in London. This hybrid position requires experience in financial services and a strong technical background across multiple product teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mentoring others and experience in SaaS FinTech, ...

Backend Engineer (Java) Future Opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne hedgehog lab

Utilise cutting-edge technologies Utilise AI, Blockchain, DevOps, and cloud-native technologies to accelerate development and optimise performance. Adopt agile methodologies Use agile methodologies to prototype and design and develop high-quality, scalable applications using Java (Sp ...

Life Applications Web Developer (JS, SQL, Low Code)

Java Script Works is looking for a candidate to troubleshoot in Life Applications. Essential skills include proficiency in web-based languages such as HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript, along with a good understanding of relational database concepts and SQL. Desirable experience includes working with low-code ...

Senior Salesforce Software Engineer

We’re hiring | Senior Salesforce Developer – Product Engineering Team (ISV) in Winnersh (Reading area), UK | Hybrid (3 days onsite) Sage People is a global HR & people management SaaS product built on the Salesforce ( Force.com ) platform, serving customers worldwide. As an ISV, we build and evolve one ...

Camunda 8 Engineer

Camunda 8 EngineerLocation: London, UK / HybridEmployment Type: Full-time / ContractExperience Level: Mid–SeniorRole Overv ...

Sr. Applied Scientist, Alexa International

DescriptionThe Alexa International Science team is looking for a passionate, talented, and inventive Senior Applied Scientist with a strong background in speech models (understanding and generation) and deep learning, to help build industry-leading Generative AI technology with speech-to-speech models and mu ...

T Level in Digital T Level Examiner

**What are T Levels?**T Levels are new courses coming in September 2020, which will follow GCSEs and will be equivalent to three A levels. These two-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work. ...

Lab Automation Scientist in Slough Lonza

Lab Automation Scientist Slough, United Kingdom Posted 10 months ago Tech Stack Automation Python APIs R Java high-throughput Responsibilities Write or edit automation scripts (e.g., ...

Senior Backend Architect, Fraud & Risk – Remote

Fanatics Betting & Gaming is searching for a Staff Backend Engineer to lead the backend architectural evolution in fraud detection. The role requires 7+ years in software engineering, primarily with Java and Spring Boot, emphasizing secure and scalable systems. Ideal candidates will collaborate with Risk and Com ...

Hybrid Senior Quantitative Software Engineer: Trading Algo

Morgan Stanley is looking for a Senior Quantitative Software Engineer in Greater London. You will lead the development of innovative solutions while optimizing trading algorithms and managing operational risks. Applicants should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong programming capabilities in ...

Senior Backend Engineer Architect & Scale Systems

United States Digital Space LLC in Greater London is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to lead complex backend systems design and maintenance. You will contribute to high-quality software delivery and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in backend engineeri ...

Camunda 8 Lead Architect: Enterprise Workflow Orchestration

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Camunda Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade workflow solutions. This role involves defining architecture standards and collaborating with teams to ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions. Candidates should have strong Camunda expe ...

Technical Lead – Backend & API Engineering

Leidos is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Farnborough, UK. The role involves providing technical leadership, overseeing software development, and ensuring quality standards. Applicants should have extensive experience in Java, API design, and Agile processes. The position includes a competitive salary range ...

Fintech Software Leader — Hybrid, Equity, Deputy CTO Path

MW Recruitment Limited is seeking a Head of Software Development to lead the software engineering function. This role involves strategic decision-making, managing distributed engineering teams, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Candidates should have extensive software development experience, part ...

Senior SRE – Cloud Backend Reliability (Hybrid)

Capital One is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer - SRE to lead the planning and implementation of key SRE initiatives in Nottingham. This role emphasizes developing cloud-based backend services with a hybrid work model allowing flexibility. Ideal candidates should have strong Java & Spring ...

Senior Solution Architect London (Hybrid, Insurance)

A leading staffing company is seeking a Solution Architect to lead software development projects in London. The successful candidate will manage project lifecycles, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and design solutions using technologies like Java, Python, and AWS. You should have strong leadership skill ...

Senior AI Governance Engineer & Tech Leader

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Bournemouth to lead AI governance engineering initiatives. This role entails designing and building platforms that ensure compliance in AI/ML solutions. The ideal candidate should have extensive software engineering experience, proficiency in p ...

Engineering Manager: AI Security Platform Lead

A leading software security company seeks an experienced engineering manager to lead a collaborative team. The role involves developing efficient APIs, mentoring engineers, and driving successful project deliveries. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, experience in high-growth environments, and prog ...

Engineering Director: APIs, Frontend & ASP.NET

Java Script Works is seeking a Technical Director of Engineering to lead and scale engineering teams in Belfast. You will be responsible for delivering secure GraphQL and RESTful APIs while guiding front-end teams on compliant React and web portal development. The ideal candidate will have a strong bac ...

Senior Full Stack Tech Lead: End to End Delivery

BNY is seeking a Software Engineer in Manchester to lead high-impact teams and drive end-to-end software delivery. The ideal candidate should possess deep Java expertise, strong DevOps practices, and leadership experience in agile environments. Responsibilities include coaching teams, implementing best practices ...

London Tech Lead Manager – Distributed Systems & Scala

WorksHub is seeking a Software Engineering Technical Lead Manager located in London, United Kingdom. The role involves managing software engineering projects with a focus on distributed systems. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and a strong technical background in Scala, Python, and Java, am ...

Senior Backend Architect — AI Driven Systems & Scale

Andercore is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to lead architectural decisions and mentor junior engineers. This role demands 7+ years of backend engineering experience, deep expertise in Java, and familiarity with Python, as well as knowledge in distributed systems. Successful candidates will cont ...

Engineering Manager: Lead High Impact Product Teams

Vuemastery is seeking an Engineering Manager in Nottingham to lead product development teams responsible for technical execution and delivery of software. This role focuses on mentoring engineers, ensuring engineering excellence, and overseeing architectural improvements. Ideal candidates will have val ...

Senior Solutions Architect – On‑Site London

Adecco is seeking a Solutions Architect in London to lead the development of innovative technology solutions. This role requires a hands-on technical leader with extensive knowledge in Solution Architecture, particularly focusing on E-commerce platforms. The successful candidate will engage in high-lev ...

Principal Backend Architect for Live Game Services

A leading gaming company in the UK is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for backend services. You will lead the architecture of major game titles, mentor the engineering team, and act as the key contact for external clients. Candidates must have experience in game development and architecting distributed app ...

Senior Backend Engineer — Secure Cloud & Data Platforms

A technology firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to lead the development of backend platforms for national security and defense clients. You will work in an Agile team to leverage your expertise in JAVA, cloud technologies, and DevSecOps practices. This role requires at least 5 years of pr ...

Senior Full Stack Engineer & Tech Consultant

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd is seeking a Senior Consultant - Full-stack Developer in Belfast. This role involves creating innovative digital solutions in a collaborative engineering team. As a senior developer, you will lead the design and delivery of applications, combining hands-on engine ...

Lead Full Stack Engineer: Mentor, Architect, Impact

Big Phone Store in Park Village is seeking a passionate Lead Developer to guide our tech team and enhance our platform. The role combines leadership with hands-on coding, mentoring a growing developer team while delivering projects that align with our sustainability mission. The ideal candidate will ha ...

Devops Engineer

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Pioneer Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message ...

Microsoft AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Microsoft AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence EngineerThis is a new and exclusive opportunity for a Microsoft AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence Engineer to join this thriving technology business as they grow their AI Risk Management & Governance teamThe AI Security Engineer ...

Software Engineering Manager Fulfilment Expansion

Software Engineering Manager (Digital Fulfilment Platforms) We’re looking for a Software Engineering Manager to play a pivotal role in leading and evolving M&S’s digital fulfilment platforms. This team provides the critical software capabilities that power fulfilment operations across the business ...

Simulation Engineer

As a Simulation Engineer working in Dematic's Solution & Delivery Optimization organization, the individual will be responsible for designing and developing accurate and valid computer-based high-fidelity models of standardized material-handling systems. In addition, the Simulation Engineer will conduct ex ...

Support Engineer

We are looking for a Level 2 Support Engineer with a junior development background who is keen to grow into a hybrid role spanning technical support and QA.You’ll act as a technical escalation point for Level 1 support, working closely with the ...

Simulation Engineer

As a Simulation Engineer working in Dematic's Solution & Delivery Optimization organization, the individual will be responsible for designing and developing accurate and valid computer-based high-fidelity models of standardized material-handling systems. In addition, the Simulation Engineer will conduct experime ...

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