Software Engineer

CGI Group Inc.; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Leeds is looking for a Software Engineer to design, build, and deliver innovative software solutions. This role involves working with modern technologies like .NET, Python, and TypeScript/React in an Agile environment. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to key project decisions, and ensure high-quality software that meets client needs. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching)

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on software engineering experience.
• Solid understanding of modern development principles.
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop scalable, maintainable solutions using .NET, Python, or TypeScript/React.
• Shape architecture and design discussions.
• Work within Agile teams to plan, estimate, iterate, and deliver value.

Skills

Experience with .NET/C#

Python

TypeScript/React

Agile development

CI/CD

Git-based workflows

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Bicep

Job description

At CGI, our Software Engineers play a pivotal role in delivering the innovative, scalable, and secure solutions that help our clients transform their organisations. Joining our Leeds-based engineering community, you'll contribute to high-impact projects that shape the future of digital services, applying modern engineering practices to build real-world value. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where you can take ownership of your work, explore new approaches, and thrive creatively as you help design and deliver technology that makes a lasting difference.

In this role, you will design, build, and deliver high-quality software that underpins critical client services. You'll work across modern technologies such as .NET, Python, and TypeScript/React, contributing to everything from architecture decisions to hands‑on development. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, applying engineering best practice and shaping solutions from concept to deployment. Your contributions will directly influence project success, system performance, and the long‑term evolution of key platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & develop scalable, maintainable solutions using .NET, Python, or TypeScript/React.
• Shape architecture and design discussions to ensure performance, security, and scalability.
• Work within Agile teams to plan, estimate, iterate, and deliver value.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and apply clean code, testing, and automation principles.
• Develop APIs, microservices, and web applications, often leveraging cloud environments.
• Mentor peers and share knowledge through reviews and collaborative engineering practices.

To succeed in this role, you should bring strong hands‑on software engineering experience, a solid understanding of modern development principles, and the ability to work effectively within collaborative Agile teams. You'll be confident designing and building solutions across one or more major technology stacks, with a proactive approach to quality, communication, and continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience with .NET/C#, Python, and/or TypeScript/React
• Strong understanding of SOLID principles and clean architecture
• Experience working in Agile environments with CI/CD and automated testing
• Proficiency with Git-based workflows
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Desirable Qualifications

• Cloud exposure (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, or Bicep
• Knowledge of event‑driven architectures or messaging systems
• Understanding of secure coding practices

Benefits & Working Conditions

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. We'll support leaders who care about your health and well‑being, providing opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. You are part of an open, friendly community of experts. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching). We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces. We are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position based in Leeds.