Software Development Engineer II

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geospatial technology is seeking a Software Development Engineer II in Edinburgh. The role involves building modern APIs and web services using Rust, collaborating with engineers, and contributing to innovative geospatial tools. Candidates should have at least 2 years of software development experience and a passion for quality engineering.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial/academic software development experience.
• Interest in designing easy to use APIs.
• Enthusiasm for quality software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Build modern APIs and web services with Rust.
• Collaborate with other engineers throughout the development process.
• Design, develop, and test code.

Skills

Fluent in Rust

Team-based software development

Clear communication skills

Quality software engineering

Education

Bachelor's in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or related field

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

25.05.2025

Expiry Date:

09.07.2025

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Overview

Join Esri's team of passionate and technical engineers in our UK Research and Development centers, designing and building new geospatial tools as web services and APIs.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Edinburgh area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Build modern APIs and web services with Rust
• Collaborate with other engineers throughout the development process
• Design, develop, and test code
• Communicate your design and implementation decisions

Requirements

• 2+ years of commercial/academic software development experience
• Fluent in and passionate about Rust
• Interest in designing easy to use APIs
• Proven team-based software development experience
• Enthusiasm for quality software engineering
• Smart, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail
• Bachelor's in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or related field
• Existing work authorization for United Kingdom

Recommended Qualifications

• Familiarity in designing and developing RESTful web services
• Experience in using Git source control
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform or AWS is helpful but not required
• Familiarity with GIS applications and technologies an advantage
• Understanding of Test-Driven Development

Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is £36, - £61,

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About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their lifes best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esris Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website .

If you dont meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

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