Software Engineer

IBM; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join their London team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in programming languages like Java or Python. Benefits include a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and remote work options.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Private healthcare & life insurance

25+ days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contribution scheme

Access to global learning and certification programs

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, ideally in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Experience with modern programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and DevOps tools desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test scalable software applications.
• Collaborate with teams across disciplines on software projects.
• Participate in code reviews and optimization efforts.

Skills

Programming (Java, Python, JavaScript)

Cloud platforms

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

DevOps tools

APIs

Job description

Overview

IBM, a global leader in technology and innovation, is seeking a passionate and skilled Software Engineer to join its London team. This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative environment that designs, develops, and deploys world-class software solutions used across industries. As a Software Engineer at IBM, you will be part of an agile team working on cutting-edge technologies, cloud-based systems, AI integrations, and enterprise solutions. You'll contribute to projects that matter — from digital transformation for Fortune 500 companies to solving complex problems with scalable software. Competitive salary: £45,000 - £70,000 / year. Note: This description is focused on responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits for the role.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test scalable software applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, DevOps, and QA
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using modern languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.)
• Participate in code reviews and software optimization efforts
• Contribute to cloud-based deployments (IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Support agile practices such as sprint planning and retrospectives
• Troubleshoot, debug, and maintain existing software systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Experience with one or more programming languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, APIs, and DevOps tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £45,000 - £70,000 / year
• Performance-based bonuses
• Private healthcare & life insurance
• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution scheme
• Remote / hybrid working options
• Access to IBM's global learning and certification programs
• Career progression opportunities within a global tech leader