Software Development Engineer (Beacon)

clearwateranalytics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CWAN in London is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Beacon Core Engineering team. You will design, build, deploy, and maintain high-quality code, leveraging AI agents to accelerate development while ensuring safe usage and strong client satisfaction.

The role emphasizes collaboration across cross-functional teams, robust testing, and continuous learning in a SaaS environment, with a focus on scalable, secure software delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years of software development experience using Python or any other OOP languages.
• Experience with Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, and ideally Rust.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Familiarity with SaaS environments and client-focused delivery.
• Ability to document and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, deploy, and maintain quality code.
• Use AI agents to speed up development and advise on safe usage.
• Break down complex problems and collaborate across teams.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Implement and maintain automated testing (unit/integration/contract/e2e).
• Participate in design discussions to improve performance, scalability, and security.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for smooth integration.
• Troubleshoot production incidents promptly and effectively.
• Understand customer needs and respond with urgency and empathy.

Skills

Python

TypeScript

JavaScript

Rust

OOP

Software methodologies

SaaS

Client focus

Teamwork

Time management

Continuous learning

Documentation

Communication

UI/UX awareness

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team at CWAN. The role joins our Beacon Core Engineering team. The Core team develops large part of Beacon Cloud, just above the Platform abstraction. It deals with the developer tools (SDLC) that we offer to clients and use internally - IDE including Cline integration, Code Review, Test Framework, Release process; also runtime execution - batch scheduler, super computer scheduler, containerization, coding libraries - dependency graph and deal model used by the financial layer and clients directly.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, deploying, and maintaining high-quality code while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our software offerings. This position is ideal for an engineer who is driven by client satisfaction and has a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement. We use AI agents to speed up development safely and at same time help clients achieve the same.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, deploy, and maintain quality code that is simple, well-structured, clear, and well-tested.
• Use AI agents to speed up development and advise others how to use them safely, both clients and internally.
• Break down and solve complex problems efficiently, utilizing research and collaboration as needed.
• Communicate effectively across various mediums, with different audiences, and at appropriate times.
• Implement and maintain multiple levels of automated testing (e.g., unit, integration, contract, end-to-end).
• Participate in design and feature discussions, advocating for enhancements in software performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of software applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production incidents promptly and effectively.
• Understand customer needs and address issues with empathy and a sense of urgency.

Required Skills

• Excellent proficiency in Python
• Experience with TypeScript or Javascript, and Rust would be a plus
• Strong command of a typed, object-oriented programming language.
• Deep knowledge of software methodologies, tools, and common architectural patterns.
• Passion for working in a software-as-a-service environment.
• Strong focus on client satisfaction and user experience.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and deliver results within deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other essential computer applications.
• Attention to detail and strong documentation capabilities.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years of software development experience using Python or any other OOP languages.