Software Engineer

Softwire; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,600 - 78,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Free annual eye test

Income protection

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle lease schemes

Payroll charity donations

Job summary

Softwire is looking for experienced software developers based in London, focused on delivering great client solutions through technology. With at least 3 years of experience, you will lead teams, foster technical excellence, and communicate effectively with clients and non-technical stakeholders.

The role includes working on diverse projects, mentoring other developers, and engaging in a supportive technical community. A competitive salary package is offered, along with generous perks including a pension scheme and annual leave.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in software development.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering technical projects.
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor development teams.
• Design and implement technical solutions for clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Skills

C#

.Net

MS SQL

AWS

Azure

Job description

In Brief

We’re looking for experienced developers with strong technical, mentoring and client communication skills, and a passion for finding great solutions through technology.

In return we offer interesting projects, high autonomy, strong support from a passionate and welcoming technical community, exciting career opportunities, and a competitive package.

Experience and qualifications

You have 3+ years’ experience and a breadth & depth of technical knowledge & expertise, and can solve technical challenges across front‑end, back‑end and infrastructure.

• C# (Front and backend)
• .Net (Front and backend)
• MS SQL
• AWS and Azure

You are a fast learner who can quickly become effective in unfamiliar tech stacks and situations, and can rapidly acquire client/sector knowledge.

You have a good understanding of best practice principles for technical architecture, and are comfortable applying these in unfamiliar situations to design new systems.

You are a strong communicator, who can explain technical concepts effectively to non-technical people and impress clients.

Evidence of a demonstrable track record of successfully delivering challenging projects/programmes.

Experience working in a delivery leadership role within an agency or consultancy environment.

Experience managing teams, with accountability for the work of 10+ onshore staff.

Strong knowledge of modern software engineering practice (SDLC) and awareness of technical approaches and trends.

An interest in technology and how things are created.

Your Approach

• Passionate about leveraging technology to deliver great outcomes for clients and end users.
• Focused on effective delivery – ensuring great technical quality and efficient, high‑value output.
• Help clients increase their technical maturity while remaining sensitive to their business needs.
• Enjoy mentoring developers, and helping them reach their personal development goals.
• Enjoy collaborating with designers and product owners to innovate and devise great technical solutions to meet user needs.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and fast‑paced, changing environments.

The Package

Softwire operates transparent pay scales with generous compensation. These engineering positions will need to be on‑site in central London 4 days per week.

Base salary from £50,600-£78,800 depending on your background and how many years of relevant experience you have.

Pension: Additional 5% of salary.

• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy and sell).
• Free annual eye test, income protection, cycle to work, electric vehicle lease schemes, and payroll charity donations.

Working at Softwire

Here at Softwire, you’ll work with the industry’s smartest people and collaborate on leading‑edge projects in a relaxed and informal atmosphere, refreshingly free of bureaucracy.