Software Engineer - AI

Agena Group; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven company in Stafford is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to software development and collaborate across teams. The hybrid role requires strong programming skills, experience with cloud technologies, and excellent communication abilities. Flexible work arrangements and various employee benefits are provided.

Benefits

Discounts on gym memberships

Wellness and health care plans

2 volunteering days a year

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a software engineering role.
• Experience with cloud and serverless architectures.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain software solutions.
• Build AI solutions using large language models.
• Develop scalable microservices with technologies like Kafka.

Skills

Object-oriented programming (Java, C#, Python, Scala)

Cloud and serverless architectures

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

AWS

Git

JIRA

Job description

Overview

Software Engineer – Stafford, UK. Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.

We are Agena Group, growing with diversification and innovation at our heart. We work to disrupt industry norms and elevate our sector with technology-led solutions that deliver measurable business impact for clients and improve the public’s everyday experience of travel and parking.

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join our growing, dynamic team. You will contribute to the development of features, fix bugs and issues, review code, and participate in the full development lifecycle from conception and discovery through to delivery.

You will collaborate across disciplines with UX designers, front end and back end engineers, testers, and project managers. You will help create team goals, contribute feature ideas, discuss future product direction, and help improve the team and processes.

You will join a small, friendly team where teamwork, pride in your work, and a practical attitude are key. Strong communication, sound decision-making, and an innovative outlook are important.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain robust software solutions using object-oriented programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or Scala.
• Build and integrate AI agents powered by Large Language Models (LLMs) such as OpenAI GPT, Claude, or open-source alternatives.
• Develop scalable, event-driven microservices and streaming data solutions using technologies like Kafka, Kinesis, or Kafka Streams.
• Leverage cloud-native and serverless architecture patterns, primarily on AWS, using services like Lambda, EC2/ECS, S3, and SQS.
• Implement and manage infrastructure using AWS CloudFormation and the AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK).
• Design and manage relational database systems such as MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Apply software engineering best practices including test-driven development, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards.
• Use modern version control and collaboration tools including Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, and Confluence.
• Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams, contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Communicate complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, tools, and technical solutions.

Who You Are

• Experienced working in a software engineering role for a minimum of 3 years.
• Experienced working with Cloud and serverless architectures.
• A motivated, self-starter and team player who respects others’ views and is flexible and resilient to change.
• Skilled in conveying complex technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with confident and articulate delivery.
• Demonstrates an eagerness to learn and develop skills within the Agena Group.

Agena Values

We believe that how we do business is as important as the business we do. Operating with integrity and high ethical standards is the Agena Group way. Our values reinforce our behaviours and what is important to us. Living these values is essential to our success.

• Ambitious: we aim for world class service
• Disruptive: we are here to change the industry
• Ethical: we do things for the right reasons
• Insightful: we use research to guide our decisions
• Collaborative: we’re better when we work together
• Innovative: we help people see things differently

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits via our Enjoy Benefits platform, including discounts on gym memberships, travel bookings, high street vouchers, and days out. Other benefits include technology, wellness, health care plans, car lease options, and more. Additional benefits include:

• Incremental holiday increases to recognise long service
• 2 volunteering days a year
• Training, learning & development and apprenticeship options
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential counselling
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• EV charging points at office locations
• Regular team/company socials and various events
• Carbon Neutral certification and ISO accreditations for Quality, Environmental, and Information Security Management
• Mindful Employer recognition and mental health support
• Disability Confident scheme participation with reasonable adjustments during recruitment

Additional Information

You must be able to legally live and work in the UK without sponsorship. The postholder may travel to external meetings as required. This role is available in a hybrid arrangement from the office in Stafford.