Senior Software Engineer

TieTalent; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented software engineers to join their innovative team. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge cloud-based solutions that shape the future of connectivity. You will contribute to coding, testing, and maintaining software systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams. With a focus on technical excellence, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior members and lead development projects. Enjoy a flexible hybrid working culture and a competitive salary package that includes private medical insurance and generous annual leave. Join us in making a difference in the media and utilities sectors!

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits including discounts

Wellness programmes

Gymflex

Travel insurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• Significant experience in software engineering with a focus on technical excellence.
• Ability to write clean, scalable, secure, and testable code.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to development and delivery of software features and bug fixes.
• Ensures code quality through comprehensive tests and code reviews.
• Coaches and mentors junior team members.

Skills

Python

React

Next.js

AWS

Terraform

CI/CD

Git

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid – Winchester or London office 1–2 times a week)

We are recruiting for

• Full-Stack, Backend, Frontend, and DevOps (cloud engineering) specialities.

We offer

• Up to £70K base salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to flexible benefits including discounts on major brands, wellness programmes, gymflex, travel, and dental insurance
• A flexible and hybrid working culture

Overview

Contributes significantly to coding, testing, and maintaining software systems, with a focus on technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving. This is a professional role for individuals with significant experience in software engineering.

Accountabilities

1. Contributes actively to the development and delivery of software features and bug fixes.
2. Ensures code quality by writing and executing comprehensive tests.
3. May lead development work within a smaller project or cross-functional product team.
4. Coaches and mentors junior members of the team (including Graduates and Interns).
5. Writes clean, scalable, secure, and testable code.
6. Participates in code reviews and technical testing.
7. Creates appropriate and quality documentation.
8. Stays up to date with the latest industry trends and best practices to improve skills and product quality.

Required Technical Skills

• Full-Stack and Backend developers: Proficiency and experience with Python.
• Full-Stack and Frontend developers: Experience with React and Next.js or similar front-end frameworks.
• Familiarity with AWS and cloud-native development.
• Experience with automated testing and writing testable code.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and agile development methodologies.
• Deep experience with AWS, ideally with a relevant certification.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code, ideally Terraform.

Other Key Skills

• Strong software development skills with the ability to write efficient, clean, and maintainable code.
• Effective collaboration and communication within cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex issues.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.

We are the undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast, and the UK’s leading Smart utilities platform, directly shaping the future of connectivity.

Through our established infrastructure, we ensure that media and data are delivered exactly where they’re needed most, whether it’s bringing content to your TV or radio or transmitting data from your smart meter to your utility provider - chances are our services are a part of your daily life, seamlessly connecting you through our behind-the-scenes technology.

With an impressive history and an innovative future ahead of us, leading the transition of global media distribution to cloud-based solutions and creating scalable solutions for new connectivity sectors - you’ll have many opportunities to develop and grow your unique career with us.

Why Arqiva? Reward . Connection . Growth

At Arqiva, we believe in supporting you to be your best, both at work and outside of it. That’s why our rewards and benefits go far beyond your pay; take a look at our totalreward2025 booklet.

Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to connect, whether that’s with colleagues through our internal networks and events or by making a difference in the communities where we work.

And when it comes to your career, we’re committed to helping you grow. Whether you want to become a specialist in your field or climb to the top, we’ll support you every step of the way.