Software Engineer

Unity5 (Unity Five Ltd); Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity5, a leading provider of SaaS solutions, seeks a Software Engineer in Exeter. The role involves feature development, bug fixing, and mentoring within an agile environment, emphasizing high-quality coding practices. Attractive benefits include private medical insurance and enhanced leave policies, fostering a culture of professional growth and innovation.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Holiday allowance increasing with service

Enhanced pension scheme

Health & Wellbeing platform

Qualifications

• Proficiency in PHP and familiarity with web frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to mentor juniors.
• Experience with coding patterns and software design principles.

Responsibilities

• Implement solutions from the product backlog including feature development and bug fixes.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure high-quality code.
• Foster a collaborative agile environment.

Skills

Problem Solving

PHP

Team Collaboration

Agile Methodologies

Tools

Jira

Job description

About Unity5:

Unity5 is a leading provider of SaaS solutions for the parking and traffic management sector in the UK. Our comprehensive product suite enables both public and private sector organisations to efficiently monitor and manage traffic and mobility services.

Founded in Exeter in 2010 and headquartered nearby, Unity5 specialises in enforcement and permitting software for private parking companies and local authorities. Our solutions support the management of parking, traffic, and environmental regulations. The demand for efficient software solutions in this industry has grown significantly due to increasing automation, digitisation, and evolving regulatory frameworks that introduce greater complexity for operators.

Role Overview:

As a Software Engineer at Unity5, you will play a key role in delivering work from the product backlog, which includes new feature development (customer enhancements and strategic business initiatives), bug fixes, and addressing technical debt. The Product Owner will define priorities, and you will be responsible for implementing solutions while contributing to mentorship, technical design, and architectural decisions.

You will be involved in the full development lifecycle, from coding and code review to testing and deployment. Our expectation is that all code is of high quality, with a strong focus on performance, security, and maintainability. Additionally, we are looking for someone who can work collaboratively within our existing technology stack while also helping us evolve our processes to support the company’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply strong problem-solving skills to complex technical challenges.
• Demonstrate proficiency in PHP.
• Utilise PHP web frameworks effectively and efficiently.
• Understand high-level architectural designs and software design patterns.
• Ensure best practices in release management, version control, and project tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
• Recognise and implement appropriate coding patterns while mitigating poor practices.
• Follow established development processes, propose improvements, and embrace change.
• Develop comprehensive end-to-end solutions.
• Communicate effectively between the development team, Product Owners, and other stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative and agile working environment with a focus on team synergy.
• Provide technical insights during project planning and take ownership of deliverables.
• Embrace a learning mindset, applying a “fail fast” approach and iterating on feedback.
• Offer guidance and mentorship to junior developers.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with Python and/or Java (preferred but not essential).

Benefits:

Unity5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional development, financial incentives, and comprehensive health and well-being support. Our benefits include:

• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• A holiday allowance that increases with long service.
• An enhanced pension scheme with Royal London.
• Health & Wellbeing platform through Vitality.

At Unity5, we foster an open, collaborative, and knowledge-driven environment. You will work alongside industry experts in a culture that encourages innovation and professional growth. As a well-established and stable company, we take pride in delivering impactful solutions that drive value for our clients while maintaining a strong sense of community and teamwork.