Software Engineering

Since the dawn of the computer age, Software Engineers have shaped our world with programs and apps for desktop and mobile devices alike. If you have coding and development skills, our specialist digital recruiters can find the software engineering job for you.

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Jobs: Software Engineering

Job Industry: Software Engineering

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We have partnered with one of the UK's fastest-growing FinTech start ups that has created an innovative platform that helps SME's to manage their cash flow and secure funding! Due…

Greater London

Permanent

£80000.00 - £90000.00 per annum

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We have partnered with a Saas start up focused on supply chain and logistics that is utilising powerful technology to revolution commerce options! They recently secured $20 million in Series…

Europe

Permanent

£60000.00 - £90000 per annum

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Senior C Developer (Embedded) - Retail - Remote Duration: TBC Start: ASAP My new client is looking for a Senior C Developer with at least 10 - 15 years experience…

Greater London

Contract

£5000 - £7000 per month

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Job Title: Senior Front-End Developer (TypeScript/React)Location: Central LondonSalary: £75,000 per annumWork Schedule: 4 Days in the Office About the Opportunity:We are working with a digital agency that thrives on creativity…

Greater London

Permanent

£60000.00 - £75000.00 per annum

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Salt Recruitment is looking for a Senior CCS Engineer for a public sector client in the transport industry who will be responsible for delivering significant CCS engineering activities in accordance…

Greater London

Contract

£545.00 - £625.00 per day

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We are looking for an innovative, experienced, and talented senior software engineer who will work closely with business unit and development team to develop new system capabilities as defined within…

Greater London

Contract

£460 - £470.00 per day

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Accessibility Designer/Developer(TV, Media, Broadcasting) £450-£550 pdInside IR356 months rolling1 day on-site (can be London, Birmingham, Manchester or Edinburgh based) My client are a world-class and renowned media and broadcasting organisation.…

Greater London

Contract

£450.00 - £550.00 per day

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Job Advert: Senior Software Developer We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer with strong expertise in Python, Flask, and SQLAlchemy to join our team on a 6-month rolling contract.…

Devon

Contract

£0.00 - £600.80 per day

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Job Title: Oracle 19C, SQL Developer Location: London, UK Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in-office mandatory) Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential extension) Rate: £400/day Priority: URGENT Key Requirements:Skills:Oracle 19C,…

Greater London

Contract

£0.00 - £400.00 per day

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PowerBI Expert (Power app, Power Automate, Reporting, Dashboard) - Banking Client - Brussels Remote working is allowed but when the team have workshops you need to go to brussels. Duration:…

Europe

Contract

€400 - €600 per day

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Frontend Developer (Angular V12, CSS, Typescript) - Finance - Remote Day rate: £400 - £550 inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Start: Now We're looking for an accomplished front-end developer with…

Greater London

Contract

£400 - £550.00 per day

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Working as part of a well-structured Scrum teams, under the guidance of experienced team leads, you shall take responsibility for delivering individual software components. You shall have the opportunity to…

Wales

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Full Remote inside IR35

What is Software Engineering?

Software engineering is usually defined as the application of engineering principles to the software development process. In practice, this means giving programming a structured approach in order to improve the quality of the finished product, as well as the efficiency of the project.

Though they do work together, Software Engineers and Programmers have distinct roles: a Software Engineer designs a program, while a Programmer writes the code that brings it to fruition. Software engineering is normally used for larger projects, and it touches on many disciplines, including software design, software maintenance, quality control, strategic planning and, of course, computing and mathematical engineering.

We recruit for all levels of developers, traditionally looking at people with upwards of one year’s experience. We place anything from junior to senior lead software engineers at startups, scale-up companies and big-name businesses. Whether you’re a backend, frontend or full stack developer, we have specialist recruiters who can help you find your ideal role.

We have specialists within each area of development tech, be it front end, back end, full stack, Javascript, React, Node.js, PHP, Python, Java, .net, opensource, or functional.

Salary information and career progression

Software Engineering£30,000 - £50,000
Senior Engineer£50,000 - £70,000
Lead Engineer£70,000 - £90,000
Head of Engineering£90,000 - £120,000

Opportunity within the Software Engineering Industry

Software engineers are always in heavy demand due to the never-ending need for software—both new programs and updates to older ones—across almost every industry. Though there is an increasing number of people with the skills and qualifications to take on software engineering jobs, the evolving nature of the field means that there will always be opportunities for those who stay ahead of the curve.

  • Recent Changes in the Sector

    By its very nature, the software engineering field is always changing. Recent developments include the rise in cloud-based programs, and an increasing reliance on premade architecture from open source libraries. Like many industries, software engineering is being affected by automation. However, while AI is putting people in some fields out of work, it’s actually creating more jobs for Software Engineers, and in some cases making their jobs easier.

  • Future Prospects

    Software Engineers can expect to progress from a junior role, where they handle one aspect of the software engineering process, to middle-weight and senior positions where they oversee the entirety of a project from start to finish. Though the industry is currently booming, it shows no signs of winding down any time soon.

  • Salt’s advice for getting a software engineer job

    Employers’ Requirements

    Employers will require Software Engineers to be experienced in the design and implementation of software programs. A background in any kind of IT role will be a huge advantage. Though it’s software developers who write the code, familiarity with programming languages will certainly do no harm. Backend specialists should have knowledge of PPH, Ruby or Python, while frontend experts should study Javascript and HTML. Interpersonal skills and a propensity towards teamwork are also desired.

    CV Requirements

    A Software Engineer’s CV should emphasise both hard and soft skills. Analytical skills and problem-solving are crucial to the role, so showing examples of how and when you have used these will stand you in good stead. Despite this, employers may well be more interested in your Github or Stack Overflow portfolios as these can better display your work and experience in the field.

    Interview Preparation

    Relocation is common for Software Engineering jobs, particularly from Eastern Europe, so employers will be highly understanding if you need to make travel arrangements for interviews, or take first-round interviews over the phone or online. Interviews for Software Engineer jobs often focus on discussion of your technical skills and how you have previously implemented them. Typical interview questions include:

    1. Which programming languages are you familiar with and how have you used them?
    2. What do you look for when reviewing another team member’s code?
    3. What are the key principles of effective software engineering?
    4. What is your process when approaching a new project?

    Educational Requirements

    Though it is not an essential requirement, a degree in computer science, software engineering or information technology will be advantageous when it comes to securing a job in this sector. More important, though, are the skills employers will look for. These include technical competency, knowledge of computer systems, and the ability to communicate complicated issues to clients and colleagues clearly.

Top Tip

"Github is just as important as your CV so make sure both are updated."

— Louis Johnson, Practice Director

Speak with Louis Johnson about Software Engineering

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