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Software Engineering Software Engineer, Senior

Software Engineering - Data & Analytics Applications Team Lead Join to apply for the Software Engineering - Data & Analytics Applications Team Lead role at Fitch Group, Inc. About Us Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Director of Software Engineering - Full-Sta ...

Graduate Software Engineer – Robot Software

Graduate Software Engineer – Robot Software About the Role Graduate Software Engineers within the Robot Software department are responsible for developing embedded software for CMR Surgical medical devices, together with all necessary testing and documentation for regulatory approval. ...

Software Developer / Software Engineer (Remote)

Job Role: As a software developer, you’ll be the brain behind crafting, developing, testing, going live and maintaining the system. You are passionate in understanding the business context for features built to drive better customer experience and adoption. Responsibilities: < ...

Embedded Software Engineer/Software Development

A Technology Manufacturer based in Andover, Hampshire is looking to recruit an Embedded Software Engineer to develop complex embedded control and sensing systems. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate in the development of complex systems including development and design, implementation and installatio ...

Java Full Stack Engineer with AI driven development exposure Vice President

Vice President - Java Full Stack Engineer with AI-driven development exposure Location: Manchester. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Java Full Stack Engineer with AI-driven development exposure to join our Conventional Trust Platform team. Responsibilities ...

Backend Software Engineer

Software Engineer - Java 21, SpringbootUp to £550 per day (Inside IR35)London / Remote6 monthsMy client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who require a strong Backend Software Engineer with deep expertise in Java (Spring Boot) to join a large-scale, business‑critical micros ...

Senior Java Engineer Hybrid Global Finance Tech

Citigroup Inc. in Belfast is seeking a Software Engineer (Java) to join the Global Fixed Income Trade Processing Team. You will engineer innovative solutions within a team, contributing to the future of global finance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in developing large, complex softwar ...

Senior Java Engineer Hybrid Global Finance Tech

Citigroup Inc. in Belfast is seeking a Software Engineer (Java) to join the Global Fixed Income Trade Processing Team. You will engineer innovative solutions within a team, contributing to the future of global finance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in developing large, complex softwar ...

Senior Java Tech Lead: Cloud Microservices & FinTech

A leading financial institution in London is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to deliver innovative cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Java, be proficient with microservice architecture, and thrive in an agile environment. You'll be contributing to diverse proj ...

Lead Software Engineer: High Impact Tech, UK Clearance

A UK Defence Technology Company in Cheltenham is seeking a Lead Engineer to design and maintain critical infrastructure. The role involves ownership of team deliverables and collaboration in the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in backend Java and/or frontend develop ...

Staff AI Driven Full Stack Engineer

Agoda is seeking a Staff Full Stack Engineer to design and build AI-driven chat experiences from their Bangkok HQ. The role requires 8+ years of software engineering experience, expertise in Java, Kotlin, .NET, and JavaScript/TypeScript. You will lead full-stack architecture for user-centric solutions and mentor ...

Lead Java Scala Developer / PM in London Quant Capital

This is a job posted by our partner Jooble Yes, it’s a start-up, yes it's bleeding edge. Language is irrelevant. I want bright technologists who can cut solid code. I offer relocation for strong candidates. Job Description Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Lead Java / Scala / R ...

Senior Java Backend Engineer — Real Time Finance Platform

A global brokerage and financial technology company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Middle Office Backend Software Engineer. In this role, you will lead a team of engineers to enhance the performance of the GBX platform, ensuring system resiliency and scalability. Candidates should have over 8 years of Jav ...

Geospatial Backend Lead Engineer Hybrid (UK)

A leading iGaming company is searching for a Lead Software Engineer to build and scale its core platform services in Newcastle upon Tyne. This hybrid role requires expertise in Java and geospatial-specific skills. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, ensure system scalability, and mentor e ...

Senior Tech Lead Backend Services & Cloud

A global financial services company is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer in London to oversee technical design and implementation within a hybrid working model. You will drive project delivery, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and champion quality engineering practices. Exceptional programming ...

Lead Software Engineer: High Impact Tech, UK Clearance

A UK Defence Technology Company in Cheltenham is seeking a Lead Engineer to design and maintain critical infrastructure. The role involves ownership of team deliverables and collaboration in the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in backend Java and/or frontend develop ...

Senior Java Lead for Equities Algo Trading

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for its Equities Trading Technology Organization in Greater London. This role involves developing algo trading strategies and real-time systems while collaborating with global teams. Candidates should have advanced Java skills, experience in low latency trading, an ...

Lead API Platform Engineer – Backend & APIs

Mastercard is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer for the API Platform in Greater London. This role involves leading the design and development of technical solutions for global customers, focusing on creating innovative APIs. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of backend development experience, strong ...

Lead API Platform Engineer – Backend & APIs

Mastercard is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer for the API Platform in Greater London. This role involves leading the design and development of technical solutions for global customers, focusing on creating innovative APIs. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of backend development experience, strong ...

Senior Tech Lead Backend Services & Cloud

A global financial services company is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer in London to oversee technical design and implementation within a hybrid working model. You will drive project delivery, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and champion quality engineering practices. Exceptional programming ...

Geospatial Backend Lead Engineer Hybrid (UK)

A leading iGaming company is searching for a Lead Software Engineer to build and scale its core platform services in Newcastle upon Tyne. This hybrid role requires expertise in Java and geospatial-specific skills. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, ensure system scalability, and mentor e ...

Senior Java Lead for Equities Algo Trading

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for its Equities Trading Technology Organization in Greater London. This role involves developing algo trading strategies and real-time systems while collaborating with global teams. Candidates should have advanced Java skills, experience in low latency trading, an ...

Senior Production Management Engineer — Hybrid (London)

Citibank (Switzerland) AG is seeking a Senior Engineer in Production Management to lead software development initiatives in London. This hybrid role requires strong Java programming skills, leadership in engineering practices, and the ability to implement CI/CD principles. Successful candidates will drive innova ...

Senior Backend Engineer — Scalable Java & Microservices

Burns Sheehan is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer in Manchester to lead high-performing engineering teams and own the end-to-end delivery of mission-critical software. The role involves mentoring, modernising architecture, and ensuring secure, resilient practices across systems. Ideal candidates will have exper ...

Senior Java Tech Lead: Cloud Microservices & FinTech

A leading financial institution in London is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to deliver innovative cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Java, be proficient with microservice architecture, and thrive in an agile environment. You'll be contributing to diverse proj ...

Staff AI Driven Full Stack Engineer

Agoda is seeking a Staff Full Stack Engineer to design and build AI-driven chat experiences from their Bangkok HQ. The role requires 8+ years of software engineering experience, expertise in Java, Kotlin, .NET, and JavaScript/TypeScript. You will lead full-stack architecture for user-centric solutions and mentor ...

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 ...

Senior Java Architect for AI Systems

Matillion is hiring a Senior Staff Software Engineer to work on the Maia team, specializing in agentic AI systems and driving architectural decisions. The successful candidate will lead the development of innovative AI features and mentor engineers while collaborating with product and data science teams. This ro ...

Software Engineer, Unified Platform Exchange Data

Software Engineer, Unified Platform - Exchange DataJob LocationLondonEmployment typeRegularDepartmentTechnologyTargeted Start DateImmediateDRW is a technology-driven, diversified principal trading firm. We trade our own capital at our own risk, across a broad range of asset classes ...

Senior Software Engineer, Unified Platform Reference Data

Senior Software Engineer, Unified Platform - Reference DataJob LocationLondonEmployment typeRegularDepartmentTechnologyTargeted Start DateImmediateDRW is a technology-driven, diversified principal trading firm. We trade our own capital at our own risk, across a broad range of asset ...

Software Engineer, Unified Platform Exchange Data

Software Engineer, Unified Platform - Exchange DataJob LocationLondonEmployment typeRegularDepartmentTechnologyTargeted Start DateImmediateDRW is a technology-driven, diversified principal trading firm. We trade our own capital at our own risk, across a broad range of asset classes ...

Senior Software Engineer, Unified Platform Reference Data

Senior Software Engineer, Unified Platform - Reference DataJob LocationLondonEmployment typeRegularDepartmentTechnologyTargeted Start DateImmediateDRW is a technology-driven, diversified principal trading firm. We trade our own capital at our own risk, across a broad range of asset ...

Software Engineer II | Remote

Software Engineer II I am seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer II (Java) to join our growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on scalable, high-performance applications that deliver real-world impact within a fast-paced and innovati ...

Principal Software Engineer

Location London - Hybrid - 1-2 days a week Type Permanent No Sponsorship Available Overview We are seeking a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-performance applications across a moder ...

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 ...

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 ...

Lead Vector Search Engineer Real Time Elasticsearch

Elastic, the Search AI Company, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for their Elasticsearch Search team in the United Kingdom. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to develop an industry-leading vector database, focus on enhancing vector similarity search functionality, and collaborate with a dist ...

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 ...

Graduate Software Engineer

Graduate Software Engineer | Deep Tech Start-Up | London I am partnered with one of the UK’s most exciting deep-tech startups - a business already delivering cutting-edge technology to an exceptionally impressive client base, including some of the UK’s leading technology or ...

Senior Software Architect & Technical Leader

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a qualified candidate to lead the design and development of scalable systems using Java or Python. Your role will involve driving technical decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into solutions. The ideal c ...

Senior Software Architect & Technical Leader

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a qualified candidate to lead the design and development of scalable systems using Java or Python. Your role will involve driving technical decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into solutions. The ideal c ...

Golang Software Developer Graduate Training Path (UK)

A leading technology recruitment firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Junior Software Developer specializing in Golang. In this role, you will design and implement software solutions, collaborating on impactful government-focused projects. Candidates with strong skills in Java, Python, or C# are also encouraged to ...

Remote Software Developer: AI‑Driven Cloud Apps

Vantify Limited is looking for a Software Developer to join their team in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing software solutions and integrating infrastructure, with a strong background in Java, Python, Kubernetes, and cloud services. This role involves collaboration with v ...

Software Developer — End to End Solutions in FinTech (Newcastle)

Core-Asset Consulting is looking for a Software Developer in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. This role offers the chance to work on innovative software solutions in a collaborative environment while taking ownership of projects from inception to delivery. Candidates should have strong programming skills in languag ...

Technical Insurance BA Implementation & API Specialist

A leading software company in Greater London is seeking a Business Analyst to join their Implementation team. In this full-time position, you will gather and translate client requirements while working on integration and software-related projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in product/applic ...

Senior Software Engineering Manager AI & BioPharma

A global software company in the UK is looking for an Engineering Leader to drive software quality and team engagement. This role involves leading cross-functional initiatives, championing a customer-focused culture, and promoting innovation through Agile practices. Candidates should have experience with Python ...

Applied Scientist — Agentic AI & Formal Verification

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking an Applied Scientist to enhance cloud software verification tools. You will work with customers to establish software properties and identify methods for verification. The role requires expertise in programming languages like Java, C++, and Python, along with a PhD or Master' ...

Backend Software Engineer DV Cleared, Onsite Gloucester

Forwardrole is seeking a Back End Software Developer to join their project teams in Gloucester, working 3 days a week on-site. This role involves designing and developing software solutions in secure environments and requires familiarity with technologies like Java Enterprise and Python. The day rate is up to £8 ...

Remote Software Developer Contract Build Scalable Apps

YO IT Consulting is looking for a Remote Software Developer to join their team. The role encompasses designing and maintaining scalable applications across various programming languages such as Python, Java, and more. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience and strong problem-solving skills, thrivin ...

Senior Software Engineering Manager AI & BioPharma

A global software company in the UK is looking for an Engineering Leader to drive software quality and team engagement. This role involves leading cross-functional initiatives, championing a customer-focused culture, and promoting innovation through Agile practices. Candidates should have experience with Python ...

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