Software Engineering Jobs in United Kingdom
There are 5,810 open Software Engineering jobs in United Kingdom on freehire right now. 1,480 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are cloud, java and python.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP | year | £60,000 | £77,500 | £100,000 | 403 |
| GBP | day | £472 | £625 | £700 | 44 |
| USD | year | $166,100 | $192,750 | $215,000 | 38 |
| EUR | year | €96,850 | €113,850 | €124,845 | 15 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- cloud 33%
- java 30%
- python 30%
- ai 30%
- api 28%
- ci-cd 24%
- agile 22%
- aws 22%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 1,172 · 20%
- Remote 369 · 6%
- Onsite 164 · 3%
Visa sponsorship offered in 52% of the 640 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 1,668
- Lead 448
- Staff 215
- Principal 174
- Junior 145
- Middle 110
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 731
- 501-1000 employees 400
- 51-200 employees 201
- 11-50 employees 111
- 201-500 employees 34
- 1-10 employees 15
Senior Java Developer — Hybrid Cloud, AI & Flexible Work
Design and build secure Java/JEE applications for UK Public Sector and Defence clients using modern web tech and CI/CD pipelines.
Software Developer
As a Software Developer at DRW, you will work within a team of technologists and traders to design and deploy proprietary trading systems, including low-latency strategies and risk analysis platforms. The role involves utilizing C++, Java, or Python to solve complex engineering challenges across the firm's full technology stack.
Software Engineer III, Trading - FBG
Develops and maintains scalable, high-performance betting and gaming platforms using C# and cloud technologies, focusing on reliability and event-driven architecture.
Senior Software Developer - Contacts Team
Builds and scales the backend platform for Wise’s recipient management system, handling millions of bank accounts and powering search/integration features. Focuses on distributed systems, APIs, and database optimization while collaborating with product and design teams.
Senior Software Engineer - Space Reliability
Senior Software Engineer at Spire in Glasgow builds autonomous satellite operations using SRE principles, AI-driven anomaly detection, and telemetry platforms to replace manual space-fleet oversight.
Software Engineer
The Software Engineer will develop scalable applications and data-processing solutions for complex, data-intensive systems using Java, Spring Boot, and big data technologies. The role is based in Gloucester and requires DV clearance.
Lead Software Engineer
Lead Software Engineer at Faculty AI driving technical direction and delivery of ML/software projects for life sciences clients, using Python, cloud platforms, and containerised architectures.
Wordpress Developer
Build and maintain high-traffic WordPress platforms with PHP, custom Gutenberg blocks, and React front-ends for a global sports and gaming media group.
C++ Software Engineer
The C++ Software Engineer will develop and maintain software for complex defence systems, focusing on real-time data processing, simulation, and sensor integration. The role involves working with C++ and Python, managing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating within Agile teams.
Node Developer
Design and develop scalable backend services using NodeJS and TypeScript for a SaaS product, taking ownership of features from initial design through to production.
Senior Software Developer
The Senior Software Developer will build and scale a B2B SaaS platform using C#, .NET, React, GraphQL, and AWS. This hands-on role involves end-to-end feature ownership and collaboration within an engineering team.