Software Engineering Jobs in United Kingdom
There are 5,892 open Software Engineering jobs in United Kingdom on freehire right now. 1,548 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are cloud, python and ai.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP | year | £60,000 | £77,500 | £100,000 | 406 |
| 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%
- python 30%
- ai 30%
- java 30%
- api 28%
- ci-cd 23%
- aws 22%
- agile 22%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 1,195 · 20%
- Remote 381 · 6%
- Onsite 166 · 3%
Visa sponsorship offered in 51% of the 636 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 1,704
- Lead 442
- Staff 214
- Principal 179
- Junior 146
- Middle 114
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 726
- 501-1000 employees 402
- 51-200 employees 204
- 11-50 employees 112
- 201-500 employees 36
- 1-10 employees 15
Senior Java Developer
This Senior Java Developer role involves leading engineering efforts, building microservices, and maintaining scalable web architectures. The position requires strong expertise in Java (11/17/21), REST APIs, and automated testing practices within an Agile environment.
Senior Software Developer
Salary: £60,000 - 80,000 per year Requirements: We need strong leadership skills with the ability to take ownership and ask for support when needed. We need strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement…
.Net Developer
Salary: £35,000 - 40,000 per year Requirements: We require experience with .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, C#, and SQL. Experience with Entity Framework is desirable. CMS experience is desirable. Responsibilities: We will…
Automation & Software Developer
The Automation & Software Developer will design and maintain software solutions, API integrations, and AI-powered workflows to support retail brands. The role involves using AI-assisted development tools and cloud platforms to build e-commerce features and internal business tools.
Software Engineer
The Software Engineer will support the maintenance and development of mission-critical simulation software using C++ and C# in Windows and Linux environments. The role requires strong software design skills and the ability to obtain UK government security clearance.
Oxygen Wordpress Developer Website Refresh & AI Optimisation
A WordPress developer is needed to refresh and optimize an existing asset finance brokerage website using Oxygen Builder. The role focuses on improving site structure, visual design, and technical performance for better SEO and AI search visibility.
Java Developer
The Java Developer will work in an Agile team in Newcastle to design and build secure, scalable enterprise applications and microservices. The role focuses on Java and Spring Boot development, utilizing TDD, CI/CD, and cloud-based delivery practices.
Java Developer
The Java Developer will build and maintain applications using Java and Spring Boot within an agile environment. The role focuses on API development, microservices, and cloud-based infrastructure.
Java Developer - Databricks
This role involves building scalable Java/Spring Boot microservices and high-throughput data streaming solutions using AWS, Kafka, and Databricks. The developer will work in a team environment to deliver cloud-native services using Docker and Kubernetes.
Python Developer
Build and maintain Python-based trade reconciliation, back-testing, and monitoring tools for a high-throughput financial exchange, focusing on data engineering and performance.
Software Developer
Build and maintain Python-based data pipelines and geospatial services for electric utilities, using modern DevOps and Agile practices.
Lead Web Application Developer
Lead Web Application Developer building a new state-of-the-art investments platform using Angular, TypeScript, and enterprise front-end patterns at Royal London's Alderley Park office on a hybrid basis.
Senior Web Application Developer
Senior Web Application Developer leading the build of a new state-of-the-art investments platform using Angular, TypeScript, and modern frontend practices at the UK's largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company.
Senior Software Engineer - AI Enablement HR
Architect and build AI-powered HR agentic workflows using n8n, Claude API, Python, and Workday for Kraken's People team, turning manual HR processes into autonomous, production-grade systems with governance and compliance built in.
Software Engineer
Helsing is a defense AI company building software for semi-autonomous platforms that operate in complex, real-world environments. Engineers work primarily in Rust and Python to develop distributed systems, embedded software, and ML infrastructure to support mission-critical defense capabilities.
Staff Software Engineer
Helsing is a defense AI company seeking a Staff Software Engineer to architect and build resilient, high-performance backend systems for edge hardware. The role involves leading technical design, mentoring engineers, and working primarily with Rust and Python to deploy machine learning solutions in complex environments.