Average Software Engineer salary in the UK

Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Linux, IoT, K8Southampton (Onsite)£75,000 + generous pension & benefitsAre you an experienced Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology?This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference.Why this role is excitingThis isn't just another enterprise software role.You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security.Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures.About You - What makes you a great fitWe're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire.Strong background in Object Oriented Programming with knowledge of C++, Python or similar.Recent experience in TypeScript / JavaScript. Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs.Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry).Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes.Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders.Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration.A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved.Tech environmentKubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features.Why joinWork on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team.Additional infoDue to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance.Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Software Developer3/4 Days per week in the Portchester, Hampshire OfficeC#, .Net Core, VueJS, Typescript£45,000 - £50,000Software Developer required to join a progressive and leading company within the automotive industry.As a Software Developer you will help to transform the whole digital product suite. They want to take an API first approach and build this out in .NET. and new front ends in Vue.Js.You will be working on some greenfield projects and using best practice engineering processes and approaches, and driving the capabilities of the platform, ensuring continuous product improvement.Skills Required:C#.Net CoreTypescriptExperience in VueJS (Preferable), React, Angular.MS SQL Server / T-SQLExperience with modern CI/CD pipelines highly desirableUnderstanding of Design Patterns, OOP, SOLID, and Clean Code a mustIf you have the relevant skills for this role and are ready for the challenge then please send your CV to

Full Stack DeveloperC#, .Net Core, ReactHybrid - Poole, Dorset (1 / 2 days per week in the office)£45,000 - £50,000We're looking for a Full Stack Developer with demonstrable Front-End skills to join an agile software team and help build innovative, life-critical SaaS solutions for a global security company. You'll play a key role and be involved in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including design, development, testing, deployment, release, and monitoring of applications.What You'll DoContribute to both frontend and backend development across the full stack using .NET and React with TypeScript.Collaborate with Stakeholders, Designers etc to translate business requirements (e.g. Figma designs) into performant, accessible, and responsive user interfaces using React.Champion high standards of frontend development, including reusable components, clean architecture, and consistent styling practices.Take part in a critical IT incident on-call support rota.Required Skills:Strong experience with C#, .NET CoreFrontend expertise with ReactSolid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript, with a focus on responsive and accessible UI development.Knowledge of component-based architecture and frontend best practices.Experience with MS SQL and Entity Framework.Familiarity with MVC architecture and RESTful APIs.Experience using version control systems (e.g., Git).Understanding of Test Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing approaches.If you have the relevant skills for this role and are ready for the challenge, then please send your CV to