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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Oakland - **Location:** Leeds, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Relational Databases, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Standard Sql, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Applications, Working Model 2D, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Snowflake, Prompt Engineering, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Microsoft Fabric, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Data Analytics, Front End Software Development, Terraform, Docker, Databricks - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=514c2614e7cc17eb ## About the Role * Experience developing full-stack applications using front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or similar * Strong programming skills in Python and at least one additional language such as C# or Java * A solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including object-oriented programming, testing, and application design * Experience building and deploying applications in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP * A willingness to work across different technologies and learn new skills as project requirements evolve It would be nice to have any of the below: * Experience working with SQL and relational databases * Exposure to modern cloud engineering and DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD, Docker, Terraform, or Kubernetes * Experience designing and building data-intensive applications or working alongside data engineering teams * Experience working with modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, or Databricks * AI engineering experience, including GenAI, LLMs, RAG, agentic solutions, or prompt engineering Blended Working: We operate a blended working model, with colleagues spending at least two days per week in the office, aligned to project team requirements. Occasional travel to client sites may also be required. ## Description As a tech-agnostic consultancy, Software Engineers at Oakland have broad technical skillsets and a passion for building high-quality software solutions. You'll be a developer at heart, comfortable working across the full technology stack and excited by the challenge of learning new tools, frameworks, and approaches when needed. No two projects are the same, which means we encourage our Software Engineers to become technology polyglots and find the best solution for our clients' problems, rather than relying solely on familiar technologies. As a full-stack Software Engineer, you'll work on a wide variety of projects, ranging from modern web applications and cloud-native solutions to AI-powered products and data-driven platforms. While our work spans many technical domains, a significant proportion of our projects involve data, analytics, and AI technologies, so an interest in working with data and solving data-centric problems would be highly beneficial. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with a talented community of 25+ Engineers, learning from specialists across software engineering, data engineering, cloud engineering, AI, and architecture while continuing to develop into a well-rounded technologist., * Generous Pension - We invest in your future with a 10% employer contribution, plus flexible options so you can adjust to your investment preferences. * Giving Back - Support causes you care about with our Payroll Giving Scheme and Matched Charitable Giving program. * Bike to Work Scheme - Save money, stay active, and enjoy tax savings on a new bike. * Family-Friendly Policies - We support all paths to parenthood with: * + Enhanced Maternity Pay - 16 weeks full pay, 10 weeks half pay. * + Enhanced Paternity Pay - 2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay. * + Adoption, Surrogacy & Shared Parental Leave. * + Fertility Treatment Support - Because your family matters. * Time to Recharge - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (and your allowance grows the longer you're with us!). * Learning & Development - We invest in you with: * + Personalised development plans tailored to your goals. * + Full support for certifications. * + Access to The Oakland Academy for a suite of learning materials. * + An annual Personal Learning Budget to upskill in ways that matter to you. * Refer & Earn - Know someone great? 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