Software Engineering Professional

BT Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% on target annual bonus

Online private GP 24/7 for you and (im

Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10%

Job summary

BT Group Ipswich is seeking a Software Engineering Professional to join the Networks division. You will work on nationally critical platforms serving millions of customers, focusing on cloud-enabled, automated, and data-driven engineering practices.

You will collaborate across Design, Development, Test and Technical Services in an Agile/Scrum environment, driving innovation and reliability while supporting key projects and stakeholder expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in software solution development and strong Linux, security, virtualization, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with data monitoring and building/maintaining containers with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Full-stack software development experience with Ruby, Python or Java; knowledge of AWS or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex issues by developing bespoke software, write and test code, and communicate with engineers.

Skills

Linux

Security

Virtualisation

Networks

Ruby

Python

Java

Data Monitoring

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Tools

Docker Compose

EC2

Cloud Platforms

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineering Professional
Req ID: 59891
Job Function: Software Engineering
Posting Start Date: 24/08/2026
Posting End Date: 05/09/2026
Division: Networks
Job Location: GBR Ipswich - Orion Building, GBR-Birmingham-Three Snowhill
Advertised Salary: competetive with benefits

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About The Role

Platforms and infrastructure we are responsible for is nationally critical with over 10 million customers, enabling them to connect to their Broadband, Wi‑Fi, and various hybrid products and services. The service data our platforms generate supports many activities such as cyber defence, capacity and network management, Quality of Service analysis and more! We are transforming our platforms to ensure we make the best use of the latest cloud technologies putting automation and data at the heart of everything we do.

The Data and Authentication Team brings together Design, Development, Test and Technical Services all under one roof. Collectively we work in an Agile/Scrum model, uniquely positioning us to exploit the best of SRE/DevOps practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Resolve complex and strategic issues using your technical knowledge, developing bespoke solutions, especially in untested technologies or products with large-scale impact. Write, test, and maintain code, addressing complex aspects independently, and communicate effectively with engineering professionals. Champion emerging trends and changes in software engineering, continuously sharing knowledge with the team. Support and contribute our ambitious technical roadmap aligning with business needs, engineering goals, and partner requirements. Foster an engineering culture that promotes innovation, creativity, predictability, and reliability in product development. Promote efficiency and delivery focus by practicing and contributing to our agile way of working Directly impact customers by supporting critical projects, stakeholder relationships, and expectations. Actively contribute to the overall culture and well-being of the teams.

Essential Skills / Experience

• Experience in Software Solution Development Strong understanding of fundamentals for Linux ,Security ,Virtualisation, Networks Experience with Ruby, Python or Java
• Experience with Data Motinoring of any system Experience in building, maintaining and orchestrating docker containers with docker-compose, Kubernetes. Experience in Full-Stack software development, Experience with Ruby, Python or Java Experience with AWS or GCP

Desirable Skills / Experience

• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and experience with automated pipelines Experience of working with Cloud technologies and providers Basic knowledge of network stack in cloud: this would include services such as VPC, Security groups and ACLs, topology and subnets, VPN etc. Working with virtual instances on cloud: VMs, EC2, image to instance

Our Package

Tailored benefits make a real difference. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life. You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:

• 10% on target annual bonus
• Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
• Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
• Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave – 18 weeks’ full pay and 8 weeks’ half pay
• Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
• Market leading Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10% from us
• Holiday purchase scheme

You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you’re ready.

At BT International, our purpose is to keep the world connected. As part of BT, we build on almost 180 years of innovation and expertise to deliver secure connectivity and digital services to some of the world’s leading multinational businesses and organisations. Our customers trust us to safeguard their data, drive their digital transformation and keep their businesses running. With colleagues on the ground across the world and supporting customers wherever they need to operate, BT International offers a truly global experience. Whether it’s about providing cloud connectivity, helping organisations collaborate, or enabling innovation in cybersecurity and digital services, you’ll be part of a team that shapes how businesses succeed in a world that is being transformed by AI. If you have the drive and ambition to make an impact on a global stage, BT International is where it happens.