Software Engineer
Morgan McKinley · Manchester · posted 29 days ago
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2134Programmers and software development professionals
Going rate for this occupation: £54,700 · UK median pay £56,914
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Software Engineer - 6-Month Contract
Day Rate: £600 per day Contract Length: 6 months Location: Manchester/ Hybrid Start: ASAP
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join a high-performing technology team on an initial 6-month contract , working on complex, scalable software solutions with a strong focus on AWS, Java and AI-enabled technology .
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working at system level , solving complex technical problems and building robust, reliable solutions within a modern cloud environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop and maintain scalable software solutions using Java and AWS . Take a system-level approach to software engineering, understanding how applications, platforms and services interact. Work across complex third-party integrations , APIs and external platforms. Develop and maintain robust automated testing frameworks to ensure high-quality and reliable software. Contribute to the integration and embedding of AI capabilities into existing and new technology solutions. Work closely with architects, engineers, product teams and other stakeholders to deliver technical solutions. Identify technical risks and opportunities for improving system performance, scalability and resilience. Troubleshoot complex issues across distributed systems and production environments. Contribute to engineering best practices, coding standards and continuous improvement.
Key Skills & Experience
Strong commercial experience as a Software Engineer / Software Developer . Strong Java development experience. Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-based architectures. Strong understanding of system-level thinking and distributed systems. Experience working with third-party integrations, APIs and external systems . Strong knowledge of automated testing and robust test frameworks . Experience working with or embedding AI/ML capabilities into software products or platforms. Strong understanding of software architecture, scalability, reliability and performance. Comfortable working in complex, fast-paced technology environments. Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, modern technology within a cloud-first environment , with exposure to AWS, Java, third-party integrations and emerging AI capabilities .
If you're a hands-on Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and thinking beyond individual applications to the wider system, we'd like to hear from you.
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