Software Engineer

Uniting Ambition; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training and technical development plans

Defined career path and progression pathway

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies

Market leading benefits package

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology business in Greater Manchester is seeking a mid-senior level Software Developer to design and implement high-performance messaging solutions. You will work with technologies like Kafka, Python, and Java in a hybrid environment. The role offers structured training, a defined career path, and market-leading benefits, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Kafka or comparable messaging technologies.
• Strong software development background in Python, Java or Go.
• Experience with system optimisation, performance tuning and clustering.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement messaging solutions using Kafka or similar tools.
• Integrate messaging platforms with existing systems.
• Optimise performance and resilience through clustering and tuning.

Skills

Kafka or similar messaging technologies

Python

Java

Go

Linux environments

Cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

Software Developer – Messaging & High Transaction Systems

Northwest (Hybrid)

Are you passionate about building high-performance systems that power mission‑critical platforms? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments where cutting‑edge technology and innovation drive real‑world impact? We’re partnering with a forward‑thinking technology business that is redefining its market through advanced engineering and intelligent architecture. As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a talented Software Developer with strong experience in Kafka or similar messaging technologies to help shape the next generation of scalable, resilient systems.

You’ll play a key role in designing, implementing and optimising messaging solutions that support high transaction volumes and real‑time data processing. Working alongside a team of experts, you’ll contribute to complex integrations and system improvements that keep the business ahead of its competitors.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing messaging solutions using Kafka or similar tools
• Integrating messaging platforms with existing and new systems
• Optimising performance, scalability and resilience through clustering and tuning
• Developing robust, maintainable software in Python, Java or Go
• Supporting high‑throughput, low‑latency environments
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative solutions
• Extensive experience with Kafka or comparable messaging technologies
• Strong software development background in Python, Java or Go
• Experience with system optimisation, performance tuning and clustering
• Some experience working with Linux environments
• Exposure to at least one cloud provider (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Experience in high transaction or real‑time processing environments
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset and passion for technology

What we’ll provide

• Structured training and technical development plans
• Defined career path and progression pathway
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies in a dynamic environment
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Market leading benefits package

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Banking, Investment Management, and Online and Mail Order Retail

Location: Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom