Senior Software Engineer

The Senior Software Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining key components of our platform. You'll contribute to architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement in our development practices.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience as a Senior Software Engineer or similar.
• Strong proficiency in at least two of our core languages – Java, Go, or Python.
• Proven track record of designing and building scalable microservice architectures.
• Deep understanding of event-driven systems and message queues (e.g. NATS, RabbitMQ, Kafka).
• Strong understanding of relational database design principles and SQL optimisation techniques.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL).
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Github Actions, Jenkins).
• Experience with containerisation and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Helm).
• Understanding of security principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Eligible for SC clearance (or willing to undergo vetting).
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of your work.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Clear communicator who can explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to learn new tools and frameworks.
• Excellent prioritisation and time management skills in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Flexible Working: We offer both hybrid and remote working models.
• Private Medical
• Inclusive Culture: Enjoy an inclusive culture and environment.
• Holiday: Generous holiday allowance.
• Learning: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Bonus Potential: Bonus potential based on performance and business-related factors.
• Discounts: Discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Pension: Pension scheme contributions with Government Top-Up
• EV Car Scheme
• More Benefits: Explore additional benefits on our career site.

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