Senior Software Engineer

Our client is a UK organisation that delivers essential support services to people facing some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Their work helps people stay safe, find stability and move forward with their lives. They’re now modernising the software behind these services and need a Senior Software Engineer to help lead that work. You’ll shape systems that frontline teams and the people they support rely on every day., * Design, build and delivery of modern web applications

• Build APIs and scalable, cloud-based architecture on Azure
• Improve existing codebases, engineering practices and deployment processes
• Mentor engineers and build a team culture based on collaboration and high standards
• Work in Agile and DevOps ways to deliver reliable, well-tested software
• Work with technical and non-technical stakeholders to design systems that solve real problems

• Extensive commercial experience with C#, .NET and SQL
• Strong Azure experience, including cloud adoption frameworks
• A proven track record in API development and modern system architecture
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, automated testing and code reviews
• A calm, practical approach to solving problems under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with diverse teams
• A background in Agile delivery

Security clearance Our client works closely with the UK Home Office, so the successful candidate must pass SC Clearance. You need to be a UK citizen or hold Settled Status or Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)., If you’re an experienced senior engineer who wants your work to mean something, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

• Salary up to £80,000
• Fully remote within the UK
• 12 month fixed term contract with strong possibility for extension
• 33 days’ annual leave
• Pension and private healthcare
• Professional development and a clear route to progression
• A supportive, mission-driven team
• Work that makes a visible difference to people’s lives

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.