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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - AI and Cloud Platforms - **Company:** Metrica Recruitment - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £70,000.0 - £80,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Next.js, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Pulumi, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Software Application Programming, Backend, Fastapi, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Playwright, Front End Software Development, Docker - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://metricarecruitment.com/jobs/senior-software-engineer-ai-and-cloud-platforms-london-37848/ ## About the Role Must-Have: + Commercial experience as a Senior Software Engineer or Full Stack Software Engineer. + Strong knowledge of React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern software engineering practices. + Experience developing backend services using Python and FastAPI. + Experience with PostgreSQL, Docker, and AWS. + Strong communication skills with a collaborative, product-focused approach. Nice-to-Have: + Experience within healthcare, life sciences, or regulated software environments. + Knowledge of clinical trial platforms, medical data, or healthcare technology. + Exposure to AI, large language models, or AI-assisted software development. + Experience with Playwright, Pulumi, or modern DevOps practices. ## Description Take on complex technical challenges and shape the future of clinical technology by designing scalable, AI-enabled software solutions in Central London. The Company This fast-growing health technology organisation is transforming the clinical research sector with cutting-edge software solutions. Operating as a remote-first UK business, they are replacing outdated systems with intuitive, cloud-based platforms that improve efficiency, data quality, and patient outcomes. Join a collaborative engineering team where you'll work on innovative projects, influence technical decisions, and contribute to products that support healthcare innovation. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll tackle complex technical challenges across the full software development lifecycle. From designing secure, scalable applications to delivering AI-assisted solutions, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of clinical technology. Working across frontend, backend, and cloud technologies, you'll help modernise clinical trial delivery and improve patient recruitment. Key responsibilities include: + Design and deliver scalable software solutions using modern engineering practices. + Build applications with Next.js, React, and TypeScript. + Develop backend services and APIs using Python and FastAPI. + Shape cloud infrastructure using AWS and infrastructure-as-code tools. + Influence architecture, engineering standards, and technical decisions. + Contribute to AI-assisted software development with a focus on quality and governance. Benefits and Perks This organisation values technical excellence and meaningful ownership, offering experienced engineers the opportunity to influence products, technology, and engineering practices. As well as a starting salary of £70k-£80k, you will also get the following benefits: + Equity options. + Remote-first UK working. + High levels of technical ownership and autonomy. + Opportunity to shape innovative AI-enabled healthcare technology. + Work alongside experienced product and engineering leaders. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Shifting Stress to Progress— Understanding DevOps to do DevOps Better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/268-shifting-stress-to-progress-understanding-devops-to-do-devops-better) - [Why segmenting your infrastructure into tiers makes your infrastructure design better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1960-why-segmenting-your-infrastructure-into-tiers-makes-your-infrastructure-design-better) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Unleashing Potential Across Teams: The Power of Infrastructure as Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/930-unleashing-potential-across-teams-the-power-of-infrastructure-as-code) ## Related Articles - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)