Average Software Engineer salary in the UK

A 'Tech for good' organisation based in Edinburgh is looking for a collaborative Software Engineer (with experience in Java and JavaScript) to join their hybrid team. Work with modern technologies, in a great culture, with amazing benefits.They've been operating very successfully for several years now and they offer an award-winningservice that helps thousands of people every day. This is a great opportunity to work on a series of products that benefit so many throughout the UK. They've also experienced consistent year-on-year growth, both in their customer base and their employee headcount, and they have an ambitious roadmap for the years ahead.You'd be joining one of their Agile squads, consisting of roughly five experienced Software Enginers (it's a great learning environment). You'll be working directly on a business-criticalplatform. They do have multiple squads based out of this location too, so there's lots of opportunity for a varied workload, and a chance to pick up different tools and technologies.They work with a really modern tech stack: Java, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Microservices, Kubernetes, Kafka, AWS, and React.js + TypeScript. Although experience with all of this is great, the organisation is more interested in collaborative Engineers who can bring strong soft skills to the team, so they're flexible on specific technologies.Additionally, they place a really big emphasis on following best practices and software fundamentals, and are looking for Engineers that have worked in a similar environment. They're also very focused on testing, where you'll regularly follow TDD, so they're looking for Engineers who value and understand the importance of quality code.You'll ideally have experience with most of the following:** Java (ideally Spring Boot)** Microservices** Test Driven Development** Front-end Development (HTML, CSS and JavaScript)** Working with Databases (ideally PostgreSQL)Experience with the following is highly desirable:** Cloud Services (ideally AWS)** DevOps; Docker and Kubernetes** React.js + TypeScriptThis opportunity would be ideal for an ambitious Software Engineer looking to join a collaborative team, that is committed to using modern technologies and best practices.Their offices are based just on the outskirts of Edinburgh, just walking distance from public transport links and they have onsite parking too. They do support hybrid working here, where you'll be expected onsite three days per week, for collaboration time with the team.In return they're able to offer a salary from £45k to £60k based on experience with a strong benefits package to match, which includes: 35-hour working week, private healthcare, 15% pension, strong annual bonus, 28 days holiday + bank holidays, and much more.If you're keen to find out more, please apply or drop Doug Paget a message via LinkedIn for an informal chat.Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Edinburgh-based SaaS Organisation, with a market-leading product, are looking for a collaborative Software Engineer (with good experience using the .Net framework and JavaScript / TypeScript) to join their agile team - modern tech!They've been running really successfully now for several years and their product is used worldwide, largely both within the UK and the US. It's a data-focused product that is proven to enhance the efficiency within organisations and ultimately lower costs. They've got a busy pipeline of project work, including new feature development and major enhancements to the product - so they'll be plenty to keep you busy.They're based in central Edinburgh and have a development squad of around eight Engineers. They'd describe themselves as a friendly and sociable bunch that promote collaborative working and are looking for a similar fit. For this role (and all technical roles at the business) they're ideally looking for someone that is comfortable working onsite, roughly three days per week.You'd find yourself working on their core cloud platform, which is written with a modern tech stack (.Net, Azure, Microservices, Vuejs + TypeScript and more). So they're ideally looking for an Engineer that has good experience working across the Full Stack - however, you don't need to tick every technical requirement, they're happy to help people upskill here as it's a great L&D environment.You'll ideally have experience with most of the following;** Modern .Net (.Net Core, ASP.Net MVC)** Databases (SQL Server or Entity Framework)** Modern JavaScript Frameworks (ReactJS, Angular or VueJS)** Test Driven Development** Working in an Agile environmentExperience with the following is highly desirable;** Cloud Services (Azure, GCP or AWS)** Working in a product environmentThe company have a great culture, several of their Engineers have strong tenure within the business, and it's rare someone would have a short stint here. I've personally helped a couple Engineers join the team over the past few years and heard great things firsthand.Their offices are just walking distance from Haymarket and Waverley station in Edinburgh, where they support hybrid working, with three days in office. In return they're able to offer a salary from £30k to £48k, on top of a good benefits package to match (Annual Bonus, 34 days holidays), alongside a great opportunity to continue developing your career within a collaborative and supportive engineering environment.If you're keen to find out more, please apply or drop Douglas Paget at Cathcart Technology a message.Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Embedded Software Engineer£45,000 to £55,000FordingbridgeOur client is an established designer and manufacturer of innovative electronic products and is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their expanding design team!The successful Embedded Software Engineer will develop products for the company’s own portfolio and customers across a diverse range of industries. Projects will vary from high-speed Linux-based single-board computers and IoT sensors using Bluetooth Mesh to indicator panels and other embedded electronic products.Working collaboratively with the wider design team, the Embedded Software Engineer will deliver high-quality, production-ready products for manufacture within UK and Far Eastern facilities.Embedded Software Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:Review product specifications and propose suitable software solutionsDevelop embedded software using C and C++Develop application software and supporting test softwareResearch and develop new embedded electronic productsContribute ideas and concepts for new productsWork with Embedded Linux, RTOS platforms, microcontrollers and microprocessorsDebug, test and validate software at both application and hardware levelEnsure products meet customer specifications and applicable industry standardsUse Git for source control and collaborative software developmentProduce clear and accurate software documentationLiaise with Production Engineering and manufacturing teams during product introductionSupport the migration of new products into volume manufacturingEmbedded Software Engineer Ideal Candidate:Degree qualified in Software Engineering or a closely related disciplineMore than one year of commercial embedded-product development experienceStrong embedded software development experience using C and C++Practical experience with Embedded Linux and real-time operating systemsExperience programming 32-bit microcontrollers and microprocessorsConfident using Git for version controlStrong debugging, testing and fault-finding capabilitiesGood understanding of electronic subsystems and hardware-level developmentUnderstanding of modern software-development methodologiesAble to work effectively within a multidisciplinary product-design teamDesirable Skills and Experience:GUI development using LVGL or QtExperience with FreeRTOS or ZephyrKnowledge of YoctoExperience with GitLab CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of communication protocols including USB, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN and EthernetExperience with wireless technologies such as Bluetooth and NFCThis Embedded Software Engineer position is based within a non-smoking and non-vaping workplace.If you are an Embedded Software Engineer looking to work on varied and technically challenging products from initial concept through to manufacture, please apply today!Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work, we pride ourselves on understanding your requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.We have invested in recruitment software that provides an online portal. Simply visit our website to enter your details and receive the latest job alerts.The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, ensuring we always have your latest employment details on record.Please visit our website and let us help you find your ideal role!Please note: Jackie Kerr Recruitment receives a high number of applications for each advertised role. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your original application, please visit our website to apply for other positions that may be suitable.