1 to 25 of 158 Contract Software Engineering Jobs in the UK excluding London

Head of Software Engineering A well-established software business delivering specialist solutions to customers worldwide is seeking an experienced Head of Software Engineering to lead its engineering function during a key period of change and improvement. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take … ownership of a multi-site engineering team, driving improvements across delivery, engineering quality, team performance, and operational processes. This role requires a hands-on leader who can quickly assess challenges, improve accountability, reduce delivery backlogs, and help create a more unified engineering culture. Key Responsibilities Lead ...

Interim Head of Software & Data Engineering - Contract (1 Day per Month) Location: Midlands-based (Stratford-upon-Avon preferred) Working Pattern: 1 day per month - 3 month contract Contract: Inside IR35 Day Rate: Flexible to a max of £700 We are supporting a Midlands-based organisation in securing … Interim Head of Software & Data Engineering to provide strategic oversight and leadership across both software engineering and data capabilities. This is a light-touch advisory engagement (1 day per month), focused on leadership, direction-setting, and challenge at a senior level rather than ...

Technology Portfolio Lead Engineering Practices Sheffield (or Birmingham) - Hybrid £600650pd (inside IR35) 6 month initial contract - good potential for longevity We're supporting a major global financial services organisation who are looking to onboard an experienced Technology Portfolio Lead to join their Global Engineering Practices team within … Chief Technology Office (CTO). This is not a traditional Project or Programme Management role. You'll play a key role in coordinating strategic engineering initiatives that improve engineering capability across a large global technology organisation. Working alongside senior engineering leaders, you'll help shape priorities, coordinate ...

Lead Engineering Practices Sheffield (or Birmingham) - Hybrid £650 per day - inside IR35 6 month initial contract - excellent potential for longevity We're supporting a major global financial services organisation who are looking to onboard an experienced AI Lead to join their Global Engineering Practices team within the Chief … Technology Office (CTO). This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with engineering leadership, helping shape how AI is adopted across a large global engineering organisation. Rather than developing AI products, you'll play a leading role in embedding AI into the software ...

Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: 65.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) Essential Skillset & Tools Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions Strong ability … write software in C/C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A good understanding of automation, continuous integration Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers Overview: Technology matters ...

client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Software Test Engineer for a contract position in Stevenage. This role is integral in designing and developing test equipment software for cutting-edge missile systems and sub-components. Our client's dynamic and innovative team … across Europe drives advancements in defence technology. Key Responsibilities: Designing and developing test equipment software for complex missile systems and sub-components Collaborating with various teams and stakeholders across the organisation to deliver test software capabilities from early concepts to production Experimenting with new technologies and implementations ...

Head of Software Engineering A well-established software business delivering specialist solutions to customers worldwide is seeking an experienced Head of Software Engineering to lead its engineering function during a key period of change and improvement. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take … ownership of a multi-site engineering team, driving improvements across delivery, engineeri click apply for full job details ...

unless required on site) As part of the Test Systems team at BAE Systems Rochester, you will be working on active projects developing application software used to test and simulate various avionic systems. Test Systems provides equipment used to develop and test components such as Head-Up Displays, mission … flight control computers, and flight controls. You will have some expeience of the software engineering lifecycle, from requirements analysis, design methods/activities, verification, through to formal release and configuration. Existing programming language knowledge such as LabVIEW, TestStand, C++, Python, and C# are deseriable and your skills ...

Software Architect Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35) Step into an exciting opportunity to shape the future of software engineering as a Software Architect Engineer. This role offers you the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, contributing to the development … innovative technologies in the automotive sector. If you're passionate about software architecture and thrive in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, this is your chance to make a real impact. What You Will Do: - Define and design complex software processes, converting stakeholder needs into effective software solutions. ...

Senior Engineering Manager (AI) Growing people, teams, and modern engineering capability in an AI-enabled world We're looking for a Senior Engineering Manager (AI) to support, grow, and enable high-performing engineering teams , with a strong focus on AI-assisted development, engineering acceleration … modern ways of working . This is a senior, people-focused leadership role for someone who brings deep credibility from a software engineering background and is ready to lead through coaching, influence, and judgement rather than hands-on delivery. You'll play a key role in shaping ...

Senior AI Engineer to design, build and run cutting-edge AI-enabled applications that drive real organisational impact. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on applying advanced AI (especially large language models) in live services-rather than developing new algorithms from scratch. Contract Senior AI Engineer/… Senior AI Engineer to design, build and run cutting-edge AI-enabled applications that drive real organisational impact. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on applying advanced AI (especially large language models) in live services-rather than developing new algorithms from scratch. You'll work ...

About the team In your role, you will lead the software development team responsible for the Pfam and InterPro databases. These are two of the worlds most widely used protein family and domain annotation resources, serving thousands of users globally. Reporting to the Head of the Protein Families Group … EMBL-EBI, this role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge bioinformatics and modern software engineering. The team currently comprises of several software developers and engineers. We are seeking to hire an InterPro/Pfam Software Project leader to lead a cultural and technical shift towards ...

company that is looking for a Senior ML Platform Engineer to join their team in London. This is a hands-on platform engineering role, focused on owning the software, tooling, web UI, and infrastructure layer used by data operators, ML engineers, and robotics engineers. You will be responsible … hardware-adjacent platform tooling* Improve testing, CI, observability, reliability, and performance across concurrent and IO-heavy systems Essential Skills You must have: * Senior-level software engineering experience, ideally 5+ years* Strong production Python experience* Experience with typing, async/await, threading, multiprocessing, and concurrent workloads* FastAPI or another ...

Data Developer | Cambridge | Hybrid Working | £40,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you a software developer who enjoys solving complex data challenges? Do you want to use your technical skills to support cutting-edge scientific research? We're recruiting a Developer to join an innovative research organisation working … within the life sciences sector. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of software engineering, data engineering and scientific research, helping scientists access, integrate and make better use of valuable research data. This role would suit a developer with a strong backend background who enjoys ...

that drive real business impact across the enterprise. Working hands-on across the full technology stack, you will build intelligent solutions that combine modern software engineering with cutting-edge Generative AI and agentic systems. Your key responsibilities will include: Design, build, and deploy end-to-end AI applications … reusable components. Monitor, optimise, and improve deployed solutions for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. What you will bring to the role: Strong full-stack software engineering experience, with expertise in backend development (Python) and modern APIs. Hands-on experience with Generative AI, including Large Language Models, retrieval-augmented ...

Software Engineer required for long term contract assignment based in Stevenage You will be responsible for designing and developing Test equipment software to test the world leading and Complex missile systems and sub-components. Skillset/experience required: Previous software engineering experience in the development … test solutions Strong ability to write software in C/C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A strong understanding of what is required to create high quality software and the ability to support quality practices ...

Senior AI-Enabled DevOps Engineer Build and operate modern software systems where AI meets production reality We're looking for a Senior AI-Enabled DevOps Engineer to join a growing engineering capability working on complex, important software systems that increasingly embed AI to improve delivery, decision-making … operational effectiveness . This is a hands-on senior engineering role for someone who enjoys operating across software development, DevOps, and modern cloud platforms . You won't be a people manager, but you will be a trusted senior engineer, shaping technical approaches, raising engineering standards ...

working with a leading engineering and technology organisation within the defence sector, currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing advanced test software for complex systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that … combines software engineering, automation, electronics and innovation. The Role You'll be responsible for designing and developing software used within advanced test equipment systems, supporting products from early concept through to production. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver high-quality software ...

working with a leading engineering and technology organisation within the defence sector, currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing advanced test software for complex systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that … combines software engineering, automation, electronics and innovation. The Role You'll be responsible for designing and developing software used within advanced test equipment systems, supporting products from early concept through to production. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver high-quality software ...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 2x Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Rate: £65.00 … collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better. You will be responsible for designing and developing Test equipment software to test the world leading and Complex missile systems and sub-components. Responsibilities: Designing and developing Test Equipment software to test world leading complex ...

Software Engineer – Avionics/Mission Systems (C++/Ada) - 119393 Location: Bristol (preferred) with regular travel to Yeovil for testing and meetings Duration: 6 months IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience) Clearance: BPSS - SC Overview We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support … development of mission-critical avionics and aerospace software systems . This role offers the opportunity to work on complex aerospace programmes within a collaborative Agile/Kanban environment, contributing across the full software development lifecycle from requirements analysis and design through to implementation, integration, testing, and verification. Idealling ...

days onsite) Rate: £430 - £475 per day Duration: Initial 6-month contract IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP We are supporting an innovative engineering organisation in Bristol operating within a safety-critical software environment within the aerospace and regulated engineering sector. The role requires a Project … Manager with demonstrable experience delivering regulated or safety-critical software/engineering programmes, ideally within environments influenced by aerospace, defence, or similar high-assurance industries. This is a delivery improvement role focused on strengthening project governance, planning discipline, risk management, reporting standards, and delivery visibility across complex technical ...

Lead AI-Enabled DevOps Engineer Technical leadership at the intersection of software, platforms, and AI We're seeking a Lead AI-Enabled DevOps Engineer to join a growing engineering capability and play a central role in shaping how AI is embedded into real, production-grade software systems … through technical depth, architectural judgement, and delivery experience by setting direction, guiding teams, and making informed decisions as AI capabilities are integrated into modern software platforms. If you enjoy working where architecture, APIs, DevOps, and AI meet , and you care about building systems that are secure, operable, and genuinely ...

Contract Software Project Manager - Aerospace Bristol/REMOTE 12 months £450-£550 per day OUTSIDE IR35 A Software Project Manager - Aerospace is needed to work with an award-winning engineering software organisation at the forefront of safety-critical and embedded systems technology. Their solutions support mission … critical applications across aerospace sectors. You will be working within a software engineering and safety-critical environment, you will help improve project delivery, governance, and reporting. The role focuses on embedding best-practice project controls, strengthening risk and change management, and driving greater delivery confidence across the team. ...

About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Software Engineer to support our client within the Defence and Secure Technology sector. This is an initial 6-month contract with potential to extend, offered on a hybrid basis in London with two days per week … rapid prototyping. The role will contribute to the delivery of a Technology Readiness Level 3 proof of concept, demonstrating how security-first engineering and emerging technologies such as AI can enhance collaboration and information sharing in high-trust, defence-aligned environments. This opportunity is well suited to engineers ...