Software Engineer

慨正橡扯; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

6% Pension

Discretionary bonus

Share schemes

Health Cash Plan

Free onsite gym

Enhanced family leave

Travel and bike loan

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

AJ Bell is seeking a Software Engineer to join a forward-thinking team in a hybrid setup. You’ll work across the tech stack, delivering services and APIs in C# within an Agile environment, with emphasis on high-quality deliverables and collaboration with advisers and clients.

The role offers career progression, training and a collaborative culture, with a blend of office and flexible/hybrid working. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering services and APIs in C#.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases.
• Secure development practices.
• Git-based source control experience.
• CI automation with Jenkins.
• Experience with React or Angular frameworks.
• Experience working in an Agile and DevOps environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Strong planning, organisation and time management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver enterprise backlog development items as part of a cross-functional Agile team.
• Ensure development projects meet timescales and quality objectives.
• Work in accordance with defined Agile framework and processes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver robust, scalable software solutions.

Skills

C# APIs

Relational & NoSQL DBs

Secure coding

Git-based SCM

CI with Jenkins

React/Angular

Agile & DevOps

Communication & documentation

Planning & time management

Analytical problem-solving

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

RabbitMQ

SQS

Job description

Job Description

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer to join a forward thinking company offering a collaborative team working environment, training and excellent career progression.

Our strategy is to have a cross functional development team, with team members working on all areas of our technology stack and propositions.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for an intelligent, energetic and driven software engineer to help us deliver our brand, products and services to our clients and their advisers. People who are excited by technology, love pushing the boundaries of what’s possible while at the same time keeping an eye on the bigger picture and ensuring the best outcomes for our customers by providing straightforward solutions. This is a challenging role involving a high level of attention to detail but also allows a great deal of flexibility on achieving the right result using the best technology for a given situation. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a fast paced environment which is varied and rewarding.

You will be part of a cross-functional Agile team, delivering our enterprise backlog development items. You will have solid experience in delivery of development projects to agreed timescales and quality objectives, working in accordance with defined Agile framework and processes.

You will have

• Strong experience in developing services and APIs using C#
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases
• Secure development practices.
• Using a git-based source control system.
• Knowledge of CI automation systems such as Jenkins
• Some experience of React or Angular frameworks
• Experience working in an Agile and DevOps environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Planning, organisation, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The nice to haves

• Messaging (e.g. RabbitMQ, SQS)
• Working knowledge of domain-driven design.
• Docker/Kubernetes and container orchestration tools.
• Knowledge of design patterns.
• Test-driven development (TDD).
• AWS cloud infrastructure/Relevant AWS certifications.
• Previous experience working in e-commerce and/or financial services.

About us

AJ Bell is one of the UK’s fastest-growing investment platform businesses, providing award-winning solutions for everyone, from professional financial advisers to first-time investors.

Today, over 723,000 customers trust us to manage more than £108.7 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we’re helping more people take control of their financial futures.

We’re proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work® in 2025 and 2026a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture.

What we offer

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays
• 6% Pension with matched contributions
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE)
• Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare
• Free onsite gym
• Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Travel and bike loan schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme

Life at AJ Bell

• Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to you
• Casual dress code
• Friendly, supportive team environment

Our ways of working

We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office.

For new starters, there’s an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships.

Inclusion & diversity

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential.