Software Engineering Jobs in United Kingdom
There are 6,090 open Software Engineering jobs in United Kingdom on freehire right now. 1,562 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are cloud, ai and python.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP | year | £60,000 | £77,500 | £100,000 | 401 |
| GBP | day | £472 | £625 | £700 | 44 |
| USD | year | $166,100 | $192,750 | $215,000 | 38 |
| EUR | year | €102,500 | €113,850 | €124,845 | 14 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- cloud 34%
- ai 31%
- python 30%
- java 30%
- api 29%
- ci-cd 24%
- aws 22%
- agile 22%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 1,254 · 21%
- Remote 426 · 7%
- Onsite 179 · 3%
Visa sponsorship offered in 53% of the 691 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 1,755
- Lead 462
- Staff 225
- Principal 187
- Junior 147
- Middle 108
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 782
- 501-1000 employees 425
- 51-200 employees 202
- 11-50 employees 117
- 201-500 employees 36
- 1-10 employees 16
Software Development Engineer, Ring
The Software Development Engineer will build AWS-based cloud services and developer tools to streamline firmware testing and analysis for Ring and Blink devices. The role involves integrating generative AI into developer workflows and collaborating with firmware teams to improve code feedback loops.
Java Developer
Designs and leads enterprise Java and Angular applications, acting as a technical subject-matter expert for core systems.
Software Engineer
Builds and maintains backend services and internal tools using C#, .NET, Azure, APIs, and SQL for a PR-focused product team in London.
Automation Application Developer
Designs, builds, and maintains RPA automation solutions to streamline business processes and improve efficiency.
PHP Developer - Laravel
We are recruiting for a PHP / Laravel Developer to join an industry leading company across a time of exciting growth. They boast a skilled team of developers and a company culture which is second to none. If you want…
Senior Java Developer - Associate/VP
Senior Java developer builds and optimizes low-latency crossing systems for equities trading at a global brokerage unit, using core Java, FIX protocol, and performance engineering.
Hybrid Senior Java Developer — Spring Boot & Microservices
Develops and maintains enterprise-scale Java applications and microservices using Spring Boot, focusing on RESTful APIs in an Agile team.
Java Developer for Trading (Securities Lending) - VP
Builds and optimizes trading applications (securities lending) in Java, collaborating with traders and global teams to solve complex financial workflows and drive platform modernization.
Java Developer for Trading (Securities Lending) - VP
Develops and optimizes trading applications (securities lending) for Citibank’s global equities platform, focusing on Java-based solutions to enhance execution, clearing, and margin processes while collaborating with traders and cross-functional teams.
Senior Java Developer - Newcastle
Senior Java Developer builds and maintains enterprise-scale Java applications and microservices, focusing on Spring Boot, REST APIs, and database integration while mentoring junior team members in an Agile environment.
Lead Java Developer
Lead a Java backend team building hospitality systems like reservation and payment platforms using microservices, REST APIs, and cloud infrastructure.
Principal Java Developer (SC Cleared)
Lead the design and delivery of secure, cloud-native Java systems on AWS for a government client, mentoring teams and setting technical direction while building resilient microservices.
Senior Java Developer - Hybrid Role with Growth & Bonus
A Senior Java Developer who designs, builds, and maintains modern Java solutions across client portfolios, mentors juniors, and drives digital transformation in a hybrid Newcastle/Manchester role.
Senior Java Developer for Cloud-Native, AWS & React
Designs and builds scalable investment-banking systems using Core Java, React, and cloud-native tools on AWS, while leading teams and ensuring secure, high-performance deployments.
PHP Developer for SaaS – Laravel & React/Vue
Build and maintain SaaS backend services using PHP and Laravel/Symfony, ensuring secure, high-performance code and responsive interfaces.