Engineer (Services)

BGL Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Software Engineer to contribute to the development of technical solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with Product Managers and engineering teams to design and implement scalable software. You will also participate in the entire development lifecycle, mentor junior members, and engage in innovation practices. The position offers flexible working arrangements, a supportive culture, and a range of benefits to support your career and well-being.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Electric car scheme

Paid development days

Well-being and CSR days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software service development.
• Eagerness to learn about mobile technology.
• Strong problem-solving skills in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Design solutions with Product Managers and Engineering Managers.
• Improve efficiency within cross-functional teams.
• Take ownership of the software development lifecycle.
• Engage in community practices like pair programming and code reviews.

Skills

Experience building scalable software

Exposure to headless technologies or APIs

Familiarity with security engineering practices

Agile methodologies

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Java

Python

.Net Core

Node.js

MongoDB

Job description

Job Description

Our purpose is to make great financial decision making a breeze for everyone, and that purpose drives us every day. It’s why we’re on a mission to create an automated quoting engine, with the simplest of experiences, wrapped in a brand everyone loves! We change lives by making it simple to switch and save money, and that’s why good things happen when you meerkat.

We’d love you to be part of our journey.

As a Software Engineer (Services), you will contribute to the development of technical solutions while actively collaborating with a team of passionate engineers. You will work with Engineering Managers and Product Management to support the goals and objectives of your team. You will take responsibility for key aspects of the development process, including development, quality, testing, and maintainability of the software you build.

Everyone is welcome.

We have a culture of creativity. We approach our work passionately, improve constantly, and celebrate our wins at every turn. We are an inclusive workplace, and our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic, whole selves to work. Everyone is welcome. Be you. This means we’re excited to hear from people with a range of skills, experiences, and ideas. We don’t expect you to tick all the boxes, but would love to hear what makes you great for this role.

Some of the great things you’ll be doing:

• Work with Product Managers, Engineering Managers, and Engineering Leadership to design solutions, considering both technical and operational considerations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams across the company to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
• Take ownership of key aspects of the development lifecycle, from design to implementation, testing, security, and maintenance.
• Ensure testing and security standards are well integrated into the software your team produces.
• Actively participate in the engineering community to develop and share knowledge.
• Participate in design reviews, prototyping new technologies, and evaluating technical feasibility with peers and colleagues.
• Help ensure technology and service readiness for production environments.
• Effectively engage in your team's software development practices, such as pair programming, code reviews, documentation, and continuous delivery.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative environment.

What we’d like to see from you:

• Experience building scalable, reliable, and maintainable software and services.
• Exposure to headless technologies or APIs.
• A willingness to learn and expand your knowledge in the mobile space.
• Familiarity with security engineering practices and methods.
• A strong foundation in your chosen technical domain, with the flexibility to adapt to new technologies.
• A proactive, creative problem solver who works effectively within a team.
• Experience with agile methodologies and lean thinking.
• Active interest in continuous learning and self-development, both technically and professionally.

Our people bring our purpose to life.

We champion a culture of innovation and challenge. We have over 300 tech experts across our teams, all using the latest tools and technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Kafka, Java, Scala, Python, .Net Core, Node.js, and MongoDB.

There’s something for everyone.

We’re a place of opportunity. You’ll have the tools and autonomy to drive your own career, supported by a team of talented people. And then there’s our benefits. For us, it’s not just about a competitive salary and hybrid working – we care about what matters to you. From a generous holiday allowance and private healthcare to an electric car scheme and paid development, wellbeing, and CSR days, we’ve pretty much got you covered!

Primary Location

United Kingdom

Work Locations

London - Shoreditch White Collar Factory 1 Old Street Yard, Shoreditch London EC1Y 8AF