Senior Full Stack Software Engineer| Hybrid (Cambridge-based)

So Code Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join their expanding team. The role involves server-side development on Linux, requiring strong skills in PHP, JavaScript, and database management. Offering a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and generous holiday allowance, this position is ideal for a collaborative and results-driven professional.

Benefits

Competitive package

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday + UK bank holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in server-side development on Linux.
• Strong database knowledge – MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with test-driven development and CI/CD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute across the full development lifecycle.
• Translate requirements into design, code, and tested solutions.
• Work collaboratively with the software engineering team.

Skills

Linux server-side development

PHP

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Apache

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Git

JIRA

Tools

Docker

AWS

Azure

Job description

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer| Hybrid (Cambridge-based)

An established global technology company is expanding its product portfolio and looking to grow its in-house software team.
We’re hiring a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer with strong Linux-based server development experience to help deliver cutting-edge solutions. This is a hybrid role, with regular access to the Cambridge office required.

What you’ll be doing:
Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, you'll contribute across the full development lifecycle, translating requirements into design, code, and tested solutions.
What we’re looking for:
Essential skills & experience:

• 5+ years’ experience in server-side development on Linux
• Solid experience with technologies such as PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Apache
• Strong database knowledge – MySQL or PostgreSQL
• Experience with websites and web services
• Familiarity with Git and bug tracking tools like JIRA

Desirable (nice to have):

• Exposure to Docker, SSL/security, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Experience with test-driven development, CI/CD, or systems architecture
• Knowledge of Asterisk and protocols such as SIP, RTP, WebRTC

What kind of person fits well:

• A collaborative team player who can also work independently
• Someone who takes ownership and drives results
• A clear communicator with solid written and verbal skills

What’s on offer:

• Competitive package
• Flexible working hours
• 25 days holiday + UK bank holidays
• Workplace pension scheme

If this sounds interesting, apply or reach out to me on LinkedIn ( John Magee)