Senior Software Engineer

Sopra Steria; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Bristol seeks an experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative digital solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java and TypeScript, with experience in mentoring and driving product success. Join a culture that values diversity and fosters collaboration, as you work on scalable applications in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Work from home three days per week

Health Cash Plan

Dental Insurance

Eye Care Vouchers

Flu Vaccinations

Qualifications

• Experience designing and documenting system architecture.
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Commercial experience with serverless technologies is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Designing, building, and maintaining scalable applications in Java and TypeScript.
• Leading and contributing to CI/CD pipelines and system reliability.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with product, engineering, and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills

Deep understanding of OOP, functional programming, and software design patterns

Solid grasp of computer science fundamentals

Proficient in writing unit and integration tests

Skilled in mentoring and coaching

Confident communicator

Knowledge of secure coding practices

Familiarity with performance profiling and optimisation

Tools

AWS services

GitHub Actions

JUnit

Mockito

Jest

Job description

At SBS, we’re more than just a technology company – we’re a global fintech partner helping banks and financial institutions transform, innovate, and grow. With over 5,000 employees worldwide and clients in more than 80 countries, our solutions power everything from digital banking and lending to payments and core banking systems.

As part of74Software, we’re backed by a group of leading software companies delivering mission‑critical solutions worldwide. Our focus is on delivering long‑term value, leveraging cutting‑edge technology, and fostering strong client partnerships. Join us and be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team shaping the future of finance.

Job Description

📍 Yate (Bristol) - Hybrid - Two office days per week

We’re on the lookout for an experienced and forward‑thinking Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative digital solutions. This is a high‑impact role where your technical expertise and leadership will drive product success, improve engineering practices, and mentor a growing team.

What will the role involve?

• Designing, building, and maintaining scalable applications in Java and TypeScript
• Championing clean, well‑tested code through code reviews and best practices.
• Building features and modernising systems in an AWS cloud‑native environment.
• Collaborating cross‑functionally with product, engineering, and stakeholders to align on business goals.
• Identifying technical risks and blockers, and proactively working to resolve them.
• Leading and contributing to CI/CD pipelines, testing strategies, and system reliability.
• Mentoring and coaching engineers to foster a high‑performing, inclusive team culture.
• Driving architectural decisions and influencing the technical direction of projects.
• Embedding secure‑by‑default development and support, incident response, or performance optimisation when required.

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

• Strong analytical mindset and problem‑solving skills
• Deep understanding of OOP, functional programming, and software design patterns
• Solid grasp of computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, complexity
• Experience designing and documenting system architecture
• Proficient in writing unit and integration tests with tools like JUnit, Mockito, Jest
• Hands‑on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline)
• Familiar with AWS services (Lambda, S3, IAM, CloudWatch)
• Skilled in mentoring and adapting coaching style to diverse learning needs
• Confident communicator who can align technical solutions with business priorities
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
• Familiarity with performance profiling and optimisation

It would be a bonus if you also had:

• Commercial experience with serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway)
• Exposure to the Serverless Framework
• Knowledge of containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with observability tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Sentry)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools like Terraform
• Awareness of accessibility, UX, and scalability in software design

Don't meet every single requirement? That's okay, and you aren't alone! Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet all the criteria. At SBS, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. So if this role excites you and you're eager to grow, we'd love to hear from you - even if your experience doesn't tick every box just yet, send us your application!

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

At SBS, we’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives, from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits you'll enjoy as part of our team:

🧘 Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Eye Care Vouchers, Flu Vaccinations

🏡 Work from home three days per week, and join us in the office for the remaining two.

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.