Senior Software Developer

REDspace; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is hiring a Senior Software Developer to architect and build cloud-native applications. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior developers, and taking on significant challenges. The ideal candidate has strong proficiency in backend languages, hands-on experience with cloud platforms, and excellent communication skills. A competitive compensation package and flexible hybrid work arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Fully company-funded health coverage

Pension plan contribution matching

Flexible Health Spending Account

Access to training materials including Udemy Business

Modern office perks, including a gym

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of database systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and deploy cloud-native applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver maintainable code.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to code quality standards.

Skills

Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language (Go, Python, Node.js, or Java)

Hands-on experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or OCI

Solid understanding of database systems and object store technologies

Familiarity with containers and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code

Proficiency in debugging, profiling, and optimizing performance in modern applications

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Education

Minimum of 4 years of experience as a software developer

Job description

At REDspace (REDspace.com) we’re a team of passionate innovators that powers some of the world’s leading brands. From video delivery and streaming to Adtech, cloud engineering, learning platforms, and custom web and app development, we help businesses solve complex problems and bring big ideas to life. Our clients include industry giants like Apple, Paramount, SoundCloud, and IBM.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built; collaborative, curious, and people-focused. We support each other, celebrate wins, and never stop learning. If that sounds like your kind of team, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re hiring a Senior Software Developer to join our growing technology company. You'll architect, build, and scale modern, cloud-native applications across diverse industries. In this hands-on role, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to tackle big challenges, lead technical conversations, and help drive smart decisions around code and architecture. You’ll make a real impact on exciting client projects, support the growth of junior developers, and play a key role in shaping what’s next for software at REDspace.

What You’ll Do:

• Architect, develop, and deploy cloud-native applications across a range of client industries.
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and fellow developers to deliver clean, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Support and maintain live systems, ensuring reliability and performance.
• Represent REDspace with professionalism in client-facing interactions.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and code quality standards.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and bring innovative thinking to our teams and projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language: Go, Python, Node.js, or Java.
• Hands-on experience with at least one cloud platform: AWS, GCP, Azure, or OCI.
• Solid understanding of database systems and object store technologies.
• Familiarity with containers and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code.
• Proficiency in debugging, profiling, and optimizing performance in modern applications.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within agile team environments.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a software developer.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Frontend experience (React, Svelte, etc.) or full-stack proficiency.
• Experience working with media/video streaming or large-scale data systems.
• Exposure to GraphQL, gRPC, or other modern API architectures.

Your Well-Being:

• Fully company-funded health, vision, dental, EFAP, and life insurance coverage with access to virtual doctor visits via Maple.
• Pension plan contribution matching.
• A flexible Health Spending Account and/or Lifestyle Spending Account.

Your Career:

• A competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience.
• Weekly sharing sessions for projects and technology.
• Free access to a wide variety of training material, including access to Udemy Business.
• Team-oriented education strategy, which includes a professional development allowance.
• Consistent, frequent check-ins with leadership.

Your Happiness:

• Flexible Hybrid Work: While this is primarily an in-office position in our Bedford office three days a week, we offer flexibility to support work-life balance when needed. For candidates outside the HRM area, fully remote positions are available where applicable.
• Modern Office Perks: Enjoy our large, beautiful office with free parking, an on-site gym/sauna, and complimentary coffee and snacks.
• Engaging Culture: Participate in social and team-building events and benefit from charitable donation matching.

Our Hiring Process:

1. Resume Review: A member of our Hiring Team will review your resume.
2. Introductory Call: Selected candidates will be contacted for an introductory call to get to know you better.
3. Technical Interview: Selected candidates will participate in two 1-hour back-to-back interviews (in person or over Google Meet) focused on coding and systems architecture. These interviews are designed to assess both your technical expertise and your problem-solving approach.
4. Final Interview: This conversation focuses on your goals, growth, and how you see yourself contributing to our team long-term.
5. Offer: If it's a match on both sides, we’ll extend a formal offer to join REDspace!

Our commitment to diversity

At REDspace, we believe that diverse backgrounds, talents, skills, experiences, and perspectives strengthen our business and enrich the communities in which we work and live. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where knowledge sharing and collaboration thrive, empowering our employees to achieve their best.

We are committed to growing and nurturing a workplace that values and respects every individual. Our hiring practices are based solely on merit and skill, ensuring that all employment-related and hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or indigenous origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, or Veteran status.

Need accommodations?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure an accessible and respectful experience.