Senior Software Engineer, R&D – Hybrid UK

Elanco; Hook; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal health company in Hook, UK, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop scalable digital solutions for R&D. You will work with a diverse team, balancing stability with new features in a hybrid work environment. The role requires strong software engineering skills and 5+ years' experience in modern application architectures, particularly in cloud environments like Azure. A focus on communication and experience with technologies such as Kubernetes and TypeScript is essential. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with modern application architecture and cloud-native design patterns.
• 5+ years working in a DevSecOps culture with CI/CD, TDD, and modern software development practices.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code.
• Strong software engineering skills, including proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript.
• Understanding of data technologies such as Databricks and PowerBI.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support full-stack scalable digital solutions for R&D.
• Build and improve products, balancing stability with new feature delivery.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams on technology approaches.
• Work across front-end, back-end, and SaaS integrations for R&D solutions.
• Configure SaaS capabilities and integrate third-party tools.
• Participate in innovation activities to influence digital solutions.

Skills

Proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript

DevSecOps culture experience

Kubernetes experience

Strong communication skills

Experience with Python or similar languages

Experience with data technologies

Education

5+ years experience in software architecture

Experience with Agile or CCPM

Tools

Terraform

React

Node.js

Databricks

PowerBI

Job description

A leading animal health company in Hook, UK, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop scalable digital solutions for R&D. You will work with a diverse team, balancing stability with new features in a hybrid work environment. The role requires strong software engineering skills and 5+ years' experience in modern application architectures, particularly in cloud environments like Azure. A focus on communication and experience with technologies such as Kubernetes and TypeScript is essential. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.