1 to 25 of 72 Contract Software Engineer Jobs in the UK excluding London

SOFTWARE ENGINEER (SW ASSURANCE) – CONTRACT 12 MONTHS – HYBRID & BARROW in FURNESS Software Engineers will not only support their more junior colleagues but may also manage effort budgets, coach and mentor junior team members and make engineering decisions within their own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority. They … will be familiar with multiple software lifecycle phases and product domains and have developed a specialisation in the product domain of their team. Working autonomously, they will have the ability to carry out complex technical analyses and investigations they can prepare complex software specifications, designs, implementations or test ...

Contract Senior Embedded Software Engineer Rate: up to £60pphr + VAT, outside IR35 Location: East Sussex (Hybrid: 2 days onsite, 3 days remote) Our client, a well-established and financially secure engineering organisation, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their expanding development team. … engineering ethos, and continued investment in innovation. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, playing a key role in developing embedded software for advanced electronic systems. The position offers involvement across the full software development lifecycle—from initial requirements through to validation and release. ...

Software Engineer - Java 21, Springboot Up to £550 per day (Inside IR35) London/Remote 6 months My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who require a strong Backend Software Engineer with deep expertise in Java (Spring Boot) to join a large-scale, business-critical microservices … programme. All candidates must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC) Key Requirements: Proven experience working as a Java Software Engineer on large microservice architectures Strong experience building scalable backend and RESTful services using Java (Spring Boot) Ideally Java v21 (or very recent versions) Postgres (or other relational ...

Title: Software Engineer Manchester, UK Hybrid (once/week) 6month contract with Potential Extension Day rate - 56GBP/Hour Inside IR35 Software Engineer We are looking for a mid-level Software Engineer who builds with a "Full-Ownership" mindset. In this role, you aren … teams on system scalability. Solve & Improve: Lead incident response (RCA) and identify structural improvements to boost system performance. The Requirements 5 Years of broad software engineering experience. Proficient in building applications with a focus on data security and integrity. Experienced in System Design and Production Operations (Incident Management/ ...

Application Software Engineer - UK-based | Hybrid working - Defence & Advanced Technology On behalf of our client , a leading UK-based organisation operating at the forefront of defence, security and complex systems engineering , we are seeking an Application Software Engineer to join a growing, highly technical software … logic and capabilities. This demonstrator plays a critical role in shaping future full-scale operational systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys translating system-level requirements into high-quality, working software, collaborating closely with domain experts, and delivering capability at pace. Key Responsibilities Develop ...

Project Software Engineer SCADA 12 month contract generous day rate Outside IR35 Towcester, Hybrid MC Technical Recruitment is currently looking to recruit a Project Software Engineer to join a UK Renewable Energy Business working with wind & solar technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to lead … writing, vendor management & project oversight rather than hands-on development, acting as the client's technical lead throughout the project lifecycle. As a Project Software Engineer, you will be responsible for: Defining requirements & developing detailed technical specifications Managing the tendering process & supporting vendor selection Overseeing project delivery ...

Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity - IAM Contract Until End of December 2026 (Renewable) Rate: £500 per day Inside IR35 Location:Essex based offices (between Brentwood and Basildon) 4 days a week The banking and finance arm of one of the worlds leading manufacturing companies and a household … name is seeking asoftware engineer, software developer with Backend, Back End and Identity Access Management (IAM) expertise. The Backend Software Engineer will join the Identity Management Services team, (IAM) focusing on the core platform work that powers identity infrastructure. Main Tasks & Responsibilities: > Design and build high ...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 5x C#/C++ Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. Desktop C# is the expertise the department are looking for; with some experience with C++ but doesnt need to be overly extensive. Job Title: C#/… C++ Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at time and a quarter Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid/Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of 3 or 4 days ...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 5x C#/C++ Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. Desktop C# is the expertise the department are looking for; with some experience with C++ but doesnt need to be overly extensive. Job Title: C#/… C++ Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at time and a quarter Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid/Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of 3 or 4 days ...

Software Engineer - 6 months FTC .NET, C#, APIs, AI Salary £65k Hybrid working - 3 days on-site, Greater Manchester Who We Are We're a forward-thinking, tech-driven organisation developing robust digital products used by a large user base. Our engineering teams operate within cross-functional Agile … greenfield project, leveraging AI-driven tools to shape the next generation of our products. Who We're Seeking We're looking for a Backend Software Engineer with solid .NET experience and a strong attention to detail. You'll be confident taking ownership of backend services, contributing to architectural ...

Role: Software Engineer Cheltenham (3-4 days on site) Rate : £82.50 Umbrella Duration : 6 Months Vacancy Details : Key Activities Software requirements analysis Software design Implementation (language is C) Module test and integration test Timing analysis, full software verification, authoring and execution of software test … scripts Essential Responsibilities Software Development (requirements, design, code) Software Verification (review, test, analysis.) Undertake Software engineering tasks as requested by team lead. Working to DO178-C Ability to analyse tasking and provide feedback if the task appears more complicated than first envisaged Qualifications/Requirements Previous experience ...

Software Engineer - 1509 Location: Luton (Hybrid: 4 days on-site) Contract: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Full UK SC required Rate: £75ph, UMB, inside IR35 About the Role A real-time embedded software engineer with knowledge of Ada is required in support of defensive … future programs across our Praetorian product line. What You'll Do Support the specification, design, coding and testing of complex real-time embedded software in Ada producing mission critical quality software, to high integrity levels, company standards and customer requirements. Take ownership of complex tasks across the full ...

Software Test Engineer – SC Cleared - Luton Our client is looking for an experienced Software Test Engineer to support the delivery of current and future programmes. This role provides an opportunity to work on the latest technology within a mature development environment. Your Role • Create test cases … results, produce detailed reports, and provide recommendations for improvements. • Ensure compliance with company standards and internal processes. About You: As an experienced SC Cleared, Software Test Engineer, your skills and experience will include; • ISTQB Foundation level knowledge • Strong background in testing complex real-time embedded systems. • Proficiency ...

Application Software Engineer - UK-based Hybrid working - Defence & Advanced Technology On behalf of our client , a leading UK-based organisation operating at the forefront of defence, security and complex systems engineering , we are seeking an Application Software Engineer to join a growing, highly technical software ...

Embedded Software Engineer (Contract) Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid: 3 days onsite/2 WFH) Duration: 6 months (likely extension) Rate: Up to £60/hr (Umbrella)/£44.85/hr (PAYE) Overview An Embedded Software Engineer is required to support a highly innovative advanced engineering team delivering … cutting-edge wireless and embedded technology solutions within the defence/aerospace domain. Key Responsibilities Develop embedded software/firmware using C/C++ Prototype and evolve wireless/real-time systems Work in bare-metal and embedded Linux environments Build and deploy embedded Linux systems (e.g. Yocto, Buildroot ...

Senior Software Engineer (.NET/React/AWS) £650/day (Inside IR35) Manchester (Hybrid 12 days per week) 6 Month Contract Were working with a large-scale, technology-led business investing heavily in a greenfield platform build, and they need a Senior Software Engineer … Strong grasp of API-driven architecture and frontend/backend interaction Experience building scalable, high-performance platforms Comfortable operating as a senior, hands-on engineer within a product-led team The environment: Greenfield build no legacy constraints, built properly from day one Modern engineering practices across frontend and backend ...

SOFTWARE ENGINEER (SW ASSURANCE) - CONTRACT 12 MONTHS - HYBRID & BARROW in FURNESS Software Engineers will not only support their more junior colleagues but may also manage effort budgets, coach and mentor junior team members and make engineering decisions within their own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority click ...

Embedded Software Engineer (Contract) Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid: 3 days onsite/2 WFH) Duration: 6 months (likely extension) Rate: Up to £60/hr (Umbrella)/£44.85/hr (PAYE) Overview An Embedded Software Engineer is required to support a highly innovative advanced engineering team delivering ...

Software Engineer - 1509 Location: Luton (Hybrid: 4 days on-site) Contract: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Full UK SC required Rate: £75ph, UMB, inside IR35 About the Role A real-time embedded software engineer with knowledge of Ada is required in support of defensive ...

Bare Metal Embedded Software Engineer (SC Cleared) 6 Months Hybrid - 1-2 Days per week on site in Southampton £488 per day (Inside IR35) ***Please note - To be considered for this role, you need to hold active SC Clearance and be a Sole British National*** Overview … working with a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of next-generation airborne communication systems as part of a major UK programme. This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team working on cutting ...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x C++ Application Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. This role requires: Strong experience in C++ application development. A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. Experience in CI/… pipelines, GitLab, Docker. Experience of developing software for virtual environments. Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid/Remote working: The role will likely be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine). There may be some scope for hybrid working (project dependent). Contract ...

Principal Software Engineer - Level 6 Site: Southampton Rate: £66.67 P/H Umbrella Overview An opportunity for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation airborne communication systems within the defence sector. The role focuses on low-level (“bare metal”) software development for real-time, safety-critical environments. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement embedded software solutions for real-time and safety-critical systems Write efficient, reliable code for low-level (bare metal) applications Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, and testing Collaborate with ...

Inside IR35) Active SC required. Role details: Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a 'Bare-Metal' Embedded Software Engineer to join their Integrated Sensors & Protection line of business in Southampton. This contract role is primarily remote with the expectation to be onsite … next generation of Airborne Integrated Communication System for the Global Combat Air Programme (Tempest aircraft). Key Responsibilities: Development and coding of software solutions for Embedded, Real-Time and Safety Critical application software Engaging in the development of innovative software features and capabilities Collaborating with other engineers ...

Backend Software Engineer (Java) 7 Months initial contract 4 Days per week on site in Basildon £503 per day (Inside IR35) My client in the automotive industry are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their Identity Management Services team, focusing on the core ...

C#/.net Software Engineer Milton Keynes - first few days for training then 1 site visit a month 6 Months Contract £550 per day We are looking for an experienced C# Software Engineer to join the team and support us on our journey in transforming ...