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    Lead Java Backend Engineer: AI & Event Driven FX Systems

    Citi is seeking an experienced software engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java services. This role will involve applying modern backend design principles, including Domain-Driven Design, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address complex business needs. Successf ...

    Senior Lead Java Engineer | AI Driven Cloud Native Systems

    JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to join the Global Sales OMS technology group in Greater London. You will drive significant business impact by delivering secure, scalable technology products and enhancing application functionality. The role requires expertise in Java, Sp ...

    Java Sr Lead eSoftware Engineer Equities Algo Trading VP

    We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Equities Trading Technology Organization, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver t ...

    Lead Full Stack Developer London, United Kingdom MVNx Value Stream Engineering Company Priority[...]

    ## Lead Full Stack DeveloperLondon, United KingdomApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobRequisition ID Date posted05/08/2026## **Who we are**VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, ...

    Staff Software Engineer

    Barclays is hiring a Staff Software Engineer in London to improve how we build, deploy and run software for our payments acceptance business. Responsibilities Development and delivery of high‑quality software solutions using industry‑aligned programming languages, frameworks, and to ...

    Senior Software Engineer — AI Driven Health Tech

    Thalamos is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in London to lead the full-stack development of its innovative solutions for the healthcare sector. You will work with cross-functional teams to enhance features, participate in meetings, and shape the application architecture. The ideal candidate will thr ...

    Senior GenAI Engineer — Hybrid London, Enterprise AI

    Randstad Technologies Recruitment is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, AI, based in London. In this hybrid role, you will lead high-impact AI initiatives and design scalable solutions that influence global markets. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience, specifically in full-stack softwar ...

    Software Engineers

    Position Description: CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you ...

    Software Engineers

    Position Description: CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you ...

    Product Engineer (Mobile)

    Product Engineer (Mobile) Join a fast-growing SaaS company building an AI-powered platform that helps engineering teams respond to incidents faster and keep critical systems running. It's a high-impact product used during real, high-pressure moments-where reliability and UX truly matter. </p ...

    Elastic Stack Engineer for AI Driven Data Platform

    Java Script Works is seeking an Elastic Stack Engineer to join their team in Greater London. In this role, you will engage with advanced technologies including artificial intelligence and machine learning, collaborating with multiple development teams to drive data projects. The position offers a competitive sal ...

    Founding Software Engineer

    Founding Engineer (React Native) → Future Head of Engineering / CTO Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Equity Potential We're partnering with an ambitious, high-growth startup that is looking for a Founding Engineer to help shape both the product and the f ...

    Senior Data Engineering Lead Cloud & Microservices

    慨正橡扯 is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer - Data Engineering to join their Win with Data team in Nottingham, UK. This role focuses on designing and developing software features aimed at improving credit card consumer experiences, utilizing languages such as Java and Python. The ideal candi ...

    Research Software Engineer / Senior Research Software Engineer

    The King’s Digital Lab (KDL) is seeking to appoint either a Research Software Engineer or Senior Research Software Engineer.KDL is a Research Software Engineering (RSE) team embedded within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at King’s College London. We design and implement systems, infrastructure, too ...

    Software Engineer C#.Net Low Latency

    Software Engineer / Developer (C# .Net Low Latency) London to £90kAre you a technologist who enjoys contributing to technical discussions and using the best tool for the job?You could be progressing your career at a global, financial Market Data provider whilst enjoying a range of perks a ...

    Software Engineer C#.Net Low Latency

    Software Engineer / Developer (C# .Net Low Latency) London to £90kAre you a technologist who enjoys contributing to technical discussions and using the best tool for the job?You could be progressing your career at a global, financial Market Data provider whilst enjoying a range of perks a ...

    Application Support Engineer

    About this job Role: Application Support EngineerLocation: Birmingham Stack: Linux | Cloud Computing We are recruiting for an Application Support Engineer to join a growing technology business based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opport ...

    Application Support Engineer

    About this job Role: Application Support EngineerLocation: Birmingham Stack: Linux | Cloud Computing We are recruiting for an Application Support Engineer to join a growing technology business based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opport ...

    Senior Software Engineer / Software Architect

    Overview Telespazio UK are seeking a Senior Software Engineer/Architect to join their Ground Software Systems group. An exciting opportunity within Telespazio UK to work on the UK Government’s environmental Data Services Platform. Working in a senior capacity with software development and architec ...

    Software Engineer Test Equipment Software

    Overview MBDA is looking for Software Engineers to join the Software Resource and Capability Team, working on Test Equipment software in support of manufacturing, production test, integration and wider engineering activities. What we can offer you Company bonus : Up to ...

    Software Development Engineer, Creative Software

    ## Software Development Engineer, Creative SoftwareApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Highgatetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R3145L‐Acoustics is the world leader in premium professional sound systems for live events. From world-class artists on tour, to major music festi ...

    Senior C++ Software Engineer Software

    Senior C++ Software Engineer Lead development of high-performance, low-latency C++ systems for cyber defense Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom Job Tags: Software About The Role Join our dynamic R&D teams in Cambridge, where you'll contribute to the d ...

    Graduate Software Engineer – Robot Software

    About CMR SurgicalAt CMR Surgical, we're revolutionising the future of minimal access surgery with Versius, our next-generation surgical robotic system. We're growing fast, and we're on a mission to transform how surgery is delivered globally for the benefit of patients, clinicians, and healthcare sys ...

    Senior Software Engineer Robot Software

    About CMR SurgicalAt CMR Surgical , we're revolutionising the future of minimal access surgery with Versius , our next-generation surgical robotic system. We're growing fast, and we’re on a mission to transform how surgery is delivered globally for the benefit of patients, clinicians, and healthcare s ...

    Software Development Engineer, Creative Software

    L‑Acoustics is the world leader in premium professional sound systems for live events. From world-class artists on tour, to major music festivals in every genre, to opening and closing ceremonies of planetary sporting events, we are the trusted choice of event professionals who require extreme reliability and ...

    Graduate Software Engineer – Robot Software

    About CMR SurgicalAt CMR Surgical, we're revolutionising the future of minimal access surgery with Versius, our next-generation surgical robotic system. We're growing fast, and we're on a mission to transform how surgery is delivered globally for the benefit of patients, clinicians, and healthcare sys ...

    Software Engineer — Test Equipment Software

    MBDA is looking for Software Engineers to join the Software Resource and Capability Team, working on Test Equipment software in support of manufacturing, production test, integration and wider engineering activities. Salary : £40,000 - £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybr ...

    Software Development Engineer, Creative Software

    L‑Acoustics is the world leader in premium professional sound systems for live events. From world-class artists on tour, to major music festivals in every genre, to opening and closing ceremonies of planetary sporting events, we are the trusted choice of event professionals who require extreme reliability and ...

    Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Subsea Controls Expert

    Baker Hughes is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and deliver embedded software solutions for subsea control systems. You will lead design reviews, troubleshoot complex issues, and enhance systems quality. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong ...

    Staff Software Engineer — FinTech API & AI Driven Scale

    Tink is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to lead the development of software features for our e-Wallets team. You'll collaborate closely with a variety of teams to build secure and scalable technical solutions. The role requires expertise in Java and API development, along with excellent ...

    Technical Lead Java Backend & Platform Delivery

    Leidos, Inc. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer based in Farnborough, England. In this critical role, you will be responsible for leading the software team, guiding implementation, and ensuring high-quality delivery of technical solutions. Your expertise in Java and API design will support one of our ...

    Senior Java/Kotlin Engineer Remote, Equity, AI augmented

    Malt is looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead innovative software projects and work collaboratively with product teams. You will drive the technical decisions and own features from beginning to deployment, working predominantly with Java and Kotlin. The role offers a strong remote ...

    Senior Principal Software Engineer: AI Driven Cloud Platform

    United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to drive the development and enhancement of trusted technology products. This role requires proven software engineering experience, expertise in programming languages including Java and Python, and the ability to lead multi-organi ...

    Senior Software Engineer Rust/TypeScript SaaS

    Platformed is seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join our engineering team in Central London. You will work closely with the CTO and the founders, enhancing our SaaS application with cutting-edge technologies including React, Rust, and TypeScript. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years o ...

    Product Engineer for AI Native Defence Platform + Equity

    Jack & Jill in London is seeking a Product Engineer to join their team in building AlliedOS, an AI-native operating system for the defence industrial base. The role emphasizes owning features end-to-end, from web to mobile, in a flat hierarchy. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in f ...

    Lead Software Engineer: Mentor & Shape Services (Hybrid)

    Sivara GmbH is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead and mentor a team of engineers in the Greater London area. This role offers a competitive salary range of up to £92,522 with flexible hours and a hybrid working model that supports work-life balance. The ideal candidate will collaborate with senio ...

    Lead Software Engineer — API & Swift/JS (Hybrid)

    Ventula Consulting is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Central London to drive the architecture and design of complex software solutions. The role involves mentoring teams and ensuring best practices in code quality and delivery. This is a hybrid position, requiring 2-3 days in the office, making it ...

    Hybrid Lead Software Engineer — .NET, Blazor & AWS

    Searchability is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Newark-on-Trent. In this hands-on role, you will lead a growing software engineering team, where you will shape products and mentor developers using modern technologies. The position offers a hybrid work model with 4 days on-site and 1 day remote, co ...

    Lead Software Engineer: Mentor & Shape Services (Hybrid)

    Sivara GmbH is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead and mentor a team of engineers in the Greater London area. This role offers a competitive salary range of up to £92,522 with flexible hours and a hybrid working model that supports work-life balance. The ideal candidate will collaborate with senio ...

    Lead Software Engineer C#, SQL Server Database

    We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. Join us to shape the future of technology in financial services. You'll have the opportunity to push boundaries, solve complex challenges, and make a meaningful impact. We value your crea ...

    Lead Embedded Software Engineer – Linux & Real‑Time

    Sivara GmbH in Cambridge is looking for an Embedded Software Team Leader to join our dynamic team. This key role supports 75% of our revenue with high-profile customers worldwide. We offer a competitive salary of £85k-100k annually, alongside benefits such as medical insurance, pension, bonus, relocation assi ...

    Senior Software Engineer Data Platform Lead (Autonomous)

    Unity Technologies is looking for a Senior Software Engineer in Brighton, United Kingdom, to lead the design and implementation of business-critical data platforms. You will collaborate with senior engineers and stakeholders to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality solutions. This role emp ...

    Lead Software Data Engineer – GraphQL, AWS & GoLang

    ```htmlIntegration of Fragments ...these fragments share overlapping content related to the required experience in languages and frameworks including JavaScript, React, TypeScript, Python, and GoLang. This overlap allows us to piece them together in the correct order. After combining the overlapping ...

    Lead Software Engineer, Design System (Hybrid/Remote)

    The Open University UK is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead technical direction and evolution of their Design System team. This role focuses on owning a shared UI platform used by multiple product teams. The position is hybrid/remote, based in Milton Keynes, requiring occasional office attendance. ...

    Assistant Chief Engineer: Lead Software Delivery & Strategy

    Morson Human Resources Limited in Bristol is seeking an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer / Software Engineering Team Leader to lead technical delivery and shape high-performing engineering teams. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership. The successful candidate wil ...

    Lead C++ Software Engineer Low Latency Trading

    JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking a Lead eSoftware Engineer to join their Electronic Trading Technology group. This role involves enhancing and building market-leading products while collaborating with agile teams. Responsibilities include executing software solutions, debugging code, and participating in the e ...

    Senior Lead Software Engineer Cloud Platform Engineering

    Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we're a new team, with a new mission. We're creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We're people-first. ...

    Lead Software Engineer, Real Time Motorsport Platform

    Smedley Group is seeking a Lead Software Developer to build the software platform for its motorsport ventures. The role involves technical leadership and hands-on development, working on race operations tooling, real-time data, and AI-enabled workflow tools. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of ex ...

    Lead Software Engineer C#, SQL Server Database

    Job Description We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. Join us to shape the future of technology in financial services. You'll have the opportunity to push boundaries, solve complex challenges, and make a mea ...

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