Distributed Systems Jobs in Berkshire

126 to 150 of 173 Distributed Systems Jobs in Berkshire

Engineering Manager (UAE Based)

slough, south east england, united kingdom
AI71
ensure alignment between technical delivery and business goals. Act as a technical liaison between teams to ensure clear communication and collaboration. · Architectural Oversight: Ensure that the technical architecture of systems across front-end, back-end, and AI layers is scalable, maintainable, and well-integrated. · Continuous Improvement: Promote best practices in software engineering and AI development, driving initiatives around code … or a related field. · Extensive experience with Generative AI technologies, including large language models (LLMs) and natural language processing (NLP). · Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and distributed systems. · Experience in both SaaS and enterprise environments. · Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing engineering teams. · Knowledge of ethical AI practices and an interest More ❯
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Distributed Systems Engineer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Stanford Black Limited
Distributed Systems Engineer - Global Quant Trading Firm | Up to £400k TC A globally recognised and fast-growing quantitative trading firm are searching for a Distributed Systems Engineer to help design and optimise their distributed computing environment. You’ll be working in a highly complex and technical environment, contributing to the performance and scalability of large … scale systems that underpin the firm's quantitative research and trading platforms. The team has a deep engineering culture, flat structure, and a strong focus on technical excellence. Below I have included a breakdown of the role, company, and requirements. Please review and if the opportunity seems like a good fit share your CV! Role: Architect and optimise large … scale compute-intensive workloads spanning significant numbers of nodes and concurrent tasks Design, build, and manage systems with tools like Ray and YellowDog Optimise application performance on distributed platforms Provide architectural guidance on distributed computing design and development Drive efficiency and scalability across the platform, with a focus on ML pipeline execution Company: Technology-led culture – Drives More ❯
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Distributed Systems Software Engineer - Up to £190k + Bonus

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
Role: Distributed Systems Software Engineer - Up to £190k + Bonus Salary: Up to £190k + Bonus Location: London (Hybrid) Skills: Language agnostic, just need to be a keen technologist (Ideally experienced in Rust, Python or C++) This firm is an elite company with high tech standards who have previously set tech world records. They are made up of … to the limits. They’ll find the best team to suit your skillset/interests but you could be working on: • Designing and developing scalable, tested and production grade distributed systems • R&D work for functional programming; either pre-existing languages (such as Rust and Erlang), or purpose-built languages similar to OCaml • Building out Machine Learning Infrastructure More ❯
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Systems Analyst , AWS

Reading, England, United Kingdom
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Join to apply for the Systems Analyst , AWS role at Amazon Web Services (AWS) 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Systems Analyst , AWS role at Amazon Web Services (AWS) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Description Would you like to help implement innovative cloud computing … ll be part of a world-class team in a dynamic environment that has the entrepreneurial feel of a start-up. This is an opportunity to operate and engineer systems on a massive scale, and to gain world class experience in cloud computing. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about cloud computing, believe that first class … order problems in massive-scale areas such as compute services, DynamoDB/NoSQL databases, Glacier, S3 data lakes and many other AWS Services Learn how to build and operate distributed systems at massive scale Build and influence the tools and utilities that are part of the AWS fleet running our internal services Be a UK national and able More ❯
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Engineering Manager - Rust (£250-300k cash comp)

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Realm
London—to build and refine a core product that demands precision and speed (think execution times in milliseconds). You’ll dive into hands-on development of low-latency , distributed systems using Rust , while also building a broader leadership-focused role as the team expands. This is a chance to shape a critical piece of infrastructure from the … integrations, and regulatory demands—all part of an ambitious roadmap spanning new geographies and domains. Who You Are: 7+ years of software engineering experience, with a strong foundation in systems programming (Rust preferred, C++ ideal, or Java expertise welcome) Proven ability to lead & inspire Hands-on experience building distributed, high-performance systems A pragmatic problem-solver who … rare opportunity to join a company at a pivotal moment, working on a core product that powers their success. If you’re an engineering leader with a passion for systems-level work and a track record of getting things done, then please apply here More ❯
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Founding Engineer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Generative
they're now looking for a Founding Engineer to help shape the future of this platform. You will work directly with the founding team to design and build core systems from the ground up. If you thrive in ambiguity, take full ownership, and care about building things that actually work—this one’s for you. What you'll do … Ship full-stack features using modern tools (Python, TypeScript, FastAPI, Node.js, etc.) Rapidly prototype, test, and iterate based on user feedback Design secure, scalable cloud-native systems Collaborate on product roadmap and tech strategy Contribute to AI-first tooling (including code-generating agents) You'll thrive here if you: Have built and scaled products at startups or in high … growth teams Are fluent in Python and JS/TS and familiar with modern frameworks Have taken products from 0-to-1 Know your way around distributed systems and cloud infra (AWS, GCP, etc.) Are excited about the potential of AI/ML in real-world systems The Environment Remote-first (UK & EU-friendly) Flat structure, fast More ❯
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Software Engineer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
BioTalent
an opportunity to join a small, high-caliber team building a new class of cloud-native data infrastructure from scratch. This Will Offer You: The opportunity to tackle deep systems-level engineering challenges at scale In-person collaboration in a fast-paced, high-ownership startup environment Competitive compensation ($200–300k in the US/£120–150k in the UK … equity, and a 7+ year runway A direct hand in shaping a platform at the intersection of systems, storage, and machine-scale data Full visa sponsorship and relocation support to the UK or US Responsibilities: Architect and build core components of a high-performance data platform Design storage engines, optimize file formats, and develop distributed system architecture Improve … to support internal tools and customer-facing capabilities Contribute to launch-readiness by helping productionize features and polish workflows You Will Need: 5+ years of experience building backend or systems-level software Strong programming skills in Rust , C , or C++ Solid understanding of operating systems, file systems, and storage internals Experience working with modern data formats or More ❯
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Elixir Software Engineer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
X4 Engineering
to meet fast-growing demand. As part of this journey, they’re hiring Backend Engineer's to design and scale robust APIs, integrate with a diverse range of banking systems, and shape the future of programmable finance infrastructure. Key Requirements: A technical degree (BSc/MSc) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. Hands-on experience developing … production systems using Elixir or Erlang. Familiarity with functional programming paradigms and best practices. Exposure to frameworks like Phoenix, LiveView, or OTP—or a willingness to get up-to-speed quickly. Proven experience designing and maintaining APIs. Distributed systems experience. A genuine enthusiasm for the Elixir ecosystem—whether through side projects, community events, or writing/sharing More ❯
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Senior Rust Developer- HFT Prop Fund

Slough, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
JR United Kingdom
looking for an experienced Rust Engineer to join its on-chain trading team. This hybrid role is at the forefront of decentralised finance, where you’ll build low-latency systems that interact directly with blockchain protocols. You’ll contribute to real-time event-driven architectures, smart contract systems, and on-chain infrastructure that underpins a high-volume, high … performance trading operation. Engineers here are empowered to own their systems end-to-end, experiment with new technologies, and ship code that makes a direct impact on PnL. This is a rare opportunity to write Rust at scale in production, surrounded by deeply technical colleagues in one of the most competitive environments in finance. Key Qualifications 5+ years’ experience … in professional software engineering Strong proficiency in Rust, especially in low-latency, real-time environments Solid background in distributed systems or event-driven architectures Experience in performance tuning and concurrent programming Interest in blockchain/DeFi is a plus, not a requirement This opportunity offers a competitive compensation package and hybrid working model. #J-18808-Ljbffr More ❯
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Staff Software Engineer – Python – Commodities Trading

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Orbis Group
trading and technology teams to deliver impactful, scalable software in a fast-paced, data-rich environment. Your key responsibilities will be: Lead the design and development of scalable backend systems using Python (and/or Go), contributing to a real-time trading platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex business needs into technical solutions and architectural decisions. … oriented engineering culture. Contribute to the long-term technical roadmap, balancing innovation with robust delivery in a rapidly changing environment. Successful applicants will have: Extensive experience developing production-grade systems in Python and working with distributed systems at a Trading Firm, Hedge Fund or similar. Excellent prior experience contributing to major technology/system architecture decisions A More ❯
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Full Stack Engineer | Python | Typescript | React | AWS | Hybrid, London

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Enigma
REST APIs, WebSockets, and the DOM. You are comfortable operating across the stack, with strong knowledge of relational databases, web security best practices, and authentication. You have experience architecting distributed systems and deploying to cloud services using tools like Kubernetes and AWS. Bonus Points Experience with 3D rendering (e.g., WebGL). Deep knowledge of modern UI frameworks (e.g. … database schemas, optimize data storage, and support analytical workflows. Implement robust testing infrastructure across unit, functional, and load testing. Collaborate with infrastructure and DevOps teams to streamline deployments. Debug distributed systems running in cloud environments. Address technical debt and continually refactor for maintainability and performance. What We Offer Competitive compensation and benefits Private health insurance Retirement plan contributions More ❯
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Engineering Manager - Rust (£250-300k cash comp)

Slough, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
JR United Kingdom
London—to build and refine a core product demanding high precision and speed (think execution times in milliseconds). You’ll engage in hands-on development of low-latency , distributed systems using Rust , while also developing a broader leadership role as the team grows. This is an opportunity to shape critical infrastructure, addressing scalability, client integrations, and regulatory … challenges—all part of an ambitious roadmap spanning new geographies and domains. Who You Are: 7+ years of software engineering experience, with strong systems programming background (Rust preferred, C++ ideal, or Java expertise welcome) Proven leadership and inspirational skills A pragmatic problem-solver thriving in fast-paced environments Bonus but not essential: Financial markets knowledge—strong technical skills are … is a rare opportunity to join a company at a pivotal moment, working on a core product that powers their success. If you’re an engineering leader passionate about systems-level work and a track record of execution, please apply here! #J-18808-Ljbffr More ❯
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C++ Developer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
HFT Prop Fund
latency trading systems. Implement and enhance trading strategies and execution algorithms. Collaborate with traders and researchers to identify and deliver technology solutions that drive performance. Maintain and improve existing systems to ensure robustness, scalability, and efficiency. Apply performance profiling, optimisation, and debugging techniques to improve system performance. Stay ahead of the curve by evaluating and implementing the latest technologies. … preferred), with a deep understanding of object-oriented programming and multi-threading. Solid understanding of low-latency system design and performance optimisation. Experience with network programming, concurrency, and distributed systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for tackling complex technical challenges. A proactive approach to development with a focus on quality and innovation. Experience in financial … markets, trading systems, or high-frequency trading is advantageous but not required. What’s on Offer: Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art technology and solve challenging problems in a dynamic industry. Competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses. Collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on innovation and continuous learning. Access to cutting-edge tools and technology to More ❯
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C++ Software Engineer/Developer : Elite Quant Trading Firm : £300-500k : Hybrid

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
at an elite quant trading firm or similar company of equivalent scale/complexity. In this high performance computing team, you will be responsible for building low-level programming, distributed systems. Your experience will be at scale in advanced C++. Ideally Computer Science Degree or similar discipline with 1st class grade Commercial experience in C++ Software Engineering, performance software More ❯
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GPU Systems Engineer | Algorithmic Trading Strategy Leader

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Techfellow Limited
trading firm known for its world-class infrastructure and scientific approach to real-time systems. As part of a specialist engineering team, you’ll help scale and optimise massive distributed GPU environments powering AI, research, and quantitative strategies. This is a rare chance to take ownership of petabyte-scale infrastructure across global data centres - shaping the future of how … align infrastructure improvements with evolving model and data demands Manage end-to-end rollout of new hardware and software solutions, including hands-on testing and vendor coordination Troubleshoot complex distributed systems across the full stack: hardware, OS, drivers, and container orchestration Own critical projects that enhance performance, reliability, and observability at the fleet level What You Bring... … years' experience managing large-scale Linux infrastructure in high-performance, distributed, or AI-centric environments Deep technical fluency with GPU architecture, deployment, and tuning (e.g. memory management, driver compatibility, hardware diagnostics) Strong scripting and automation skills, especially in Python, with infrastructure-as-code mindset Hands-on experience resolving GPU workload issues across compute clusters and supporting technologies Familiarity with More ❯
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Linux Systems Engineer

Reading, England, United Kingdom
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Join to apply for the Linux Systems Engineer, Argus UK role at Amazon Web Services (AWS) Description Would you like to help implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve complex technical problems? Are you excited about building and managing the world's largest cloud infrastructure to create a better future? Amazon Web Services (AWS) operates some of the largest … products that are rapidly growing Define, build, own, and operate services in a high-growth setting Solve unique, large-scale problems across AWS services Learn to build and operate distributed systems at scale Develop tools and utilities for AWS internal services Key job responsibilities WHAT DOES A SYSTEMS ENGINEER DO AT AMAZON? As a Linux Administrator, you … Work/Life Balance We value flexibility and work-life harmony, supporting your success both at work and at home. Basic Qualifications Advanced Linux system administration skills Experience with systems automation using BASH, Python, Perl, etc. Understanding of network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP) Troubleshooting skills at application, network, and host levels Preferred Qualifications Bachelor More ❯
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C++ Developer - Core Engineering & Platform Infrastructure

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Selby Jennings
A leading global trading firm is expanding its Core Engineering and Platform Infrastructure team in London. We are seeking exceptional C++ developers with a deep understanding of systems-level programming and a passion for performance. Ideal candidates have experience in competitive programming and are ready to tackle some of the most complex engineering challenges in finance. Key Responsibilities: Design … and implement high-performance C++17+ infrastructure libraries and tools. Develop ultra-low latency systems for global trading operations. Engineer core platform components: memory allocators, kernel bypass, custom RPC, and distributed compute frameworks. Optimise performance at the hardware/software boundary, including GPU acceleration and CUDA-based compute. Work on Linux kernel internals, networking stacks, and system-level debugging. … kernel-level development. Deep understanding of data structures, lock-free algorithms, and low-latency systems. Familiarity with Linux internals, system calls, and performance profiling tools. Background in platform engineering, distributed systems, or high-performance computing. Preferred Background: Participation in competitive programming contests (IOI, ICPC, Codeforces, etc.). Experience in high-frequency trading, market data systems, or real More ❯
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Senior Test Manager

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Balance Talent
Hybrid Type: Full-time - Permanent Salary: Six-figure salary + benefits The headlines: A high-growth consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Test Manager to lead strategy across complex, distributed systems in a regulated industry setting. This is a strategic test leadership role supporting large-scale transformation programmes, involving integration-heavy platforms, data pipelines, and compliance-driven technology … estates. The successful candidate will guide distributed QA teams, shape automation-led strategies, and ensure test coverage aligns with regulatory expectations, system design, and user confidence. You’ll be the kind of person who doesn’t just “own the test plan” you’ll understand the entire E2E system at both the low-level detail and how the whole solution … of freedom to make this role truly yours, with minimal restrictions and an exciting roadmap ahead. You’ll Thrive Here If You: Have lead test programmes across complex, regulated systems Think like an architect, but act like a delivery leader Are confident guiding teams in automation-first environments (CI/CD, shift-left approaches) Have worked on integration-heavy More ❯
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Contract Golang Engineer

Reading, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
JR United Kingdom
a Backend Engineer for a fully remote contract with a leading UK fintech. This is a high-impact role within a well-established engineering team, focused on building scalable systems using Golang at production scale. You’ll be contributing to a modern, microservices-driven architecture powering services used by millions daily. If you're confident in your backend skills … first, product-led organisation—this is the one. ?️ What We’re Looking For ️ 3+ years' backend development experience ️ Strong commercial experience with Golang ️ Proven track record working on scalable, distributed systems ️ Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment Inside IR35 - up to £700/day Fully remote within the UK Initial 6-month contract More ❯
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Technical Lead : C++ Algo / Electronic Trading - Global Energy Company

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Eaglecliff Recruitment
Market Making/Trading Business to build the next generation trading system. Skills Required: • Minimum 5-10 years of experience contributing to Algorithmic/Electronic/Real Time Trading Systems • Deep expertise in C/C++ Programming, Systems Design, Architecture, Distributed Systems, DSA, Performance and Latency Optimisation • Track record of significant contribution to high-performance and … sophisticated Algorithmic/Electronic/Real Time Trading Systems • Excellent communication skills with the ability to drive technical agenda, lead a team, and influence business stakeholders • Strong domain knowledge With a focus within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets and Commodities, we offer a transparent Recruitment Service that has proven to be reliable and effective for over 40 years. More ❯
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Technical Lead : C++ Algo / Electronic Trading - Global Energy Company

Slough, England, United Kingdom
JR United Kingdom
Electronic Market Making/Trading Business to develop the next-generation trading system. Skills Required: Minimum 5-10 years of experience in Algorithmic/Electronic/Real-Time Trading Systems Deep expertise in C/C++ Programming, Systems Design, Architecture, Distributed Systems, DSA, Performance, and Latency Optimization Proven track record in high-performance Algorithmic/Electronic …/Real-Time Trading Systems Excellent communication skills to drive technical agendas, lead teams, and influence stakeholders We focus on Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Markets, and Commodities. Our transparent recruitment service has been reliable for over 40 years. We are ISO accredited and have excellent TrustPilot reviews. For your next contract or permanent role, contact Eaglecliff Recruitment. Please More ❯
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Full-time Funded PhD position in London - (open to home and international applicants)

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
London South Bank University
time telemetry, region-specific emissions visualisation, and dashboards • AI-powered forecasting and optimisation for energy-intensive workload scheduling • Subscription-based models, carbon-credit integration, and ethical data sharing via distributed ledgers • A cloud-native, event-driven platform designed for continuous improvement through pilot studies This research is positioned at the intersection of AI, green computing, and cloud systems … class undergraduate and Merit/Distinction MSc degree in Computer Science, Software, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering • Strong background in AI/ML and optimisation (e.g. MILP) • Knowledge of distributed systems, OS scheduling, virtualisation • Programming fluency in C++, Java, or C# and Linux scripting • Research potential (e.g. thesis, publications) • IELTS 7.0 minimum (no sub-score <7) for international More ❯
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New Trading Team's 1st C++ Quant Developer | HFT

Slough, England, United Kingdom
JR United Kingdom
What You’ll Bring: Expertise in Modern C++ : You’re an expert in C++ and can write low-latency code that powers high-performance trading systems. Understanding of Trading Systems: You understand trading systems (anything from packet-level exchange connectivity to improving the performance of strategy code) better than most. Passion for Building : You’re excited by the … C++17, C++20, C++23, Quant Research, Quant Development, Quant Developer, Intraday Trading, Quant Fund, Hedge Fund, Finance, Equities, Futures, FX, Modelling, Strategies, Trading Signals, Multithreading, Linux, Unix, High-Performance, Operating Systems, Real-Time, Algorithms, Algorithmic Trading, Electronic Trading, E-Trading, Systematic Trading, High-Frequency Trading, HFT, High Frequency, Startup, Scaleup, Prop Trading, Execution, Algo Trading, Quant Trading, Parallel Computing, Optimisations … Low-Latency, Algorithms, Distributed Systems, Market Data, Connectivity, Trading Engine, Systems Design, Hardware, Kernel, Sockets, Networking, TCP/UDP, Systems Programming, Low-Level, Trading. #J-18808-Ljbffr More ❯
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System Engineer, AWS

Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Amazon
ll be part of a world-class team in a dynamic environment that has the entrepreneurial feel of a start-up. This is an opportunity to operate and engineer systems on a massive scale, and to gain world class experience in cloud computing. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about cloud computing, believe that first class … build, own, and run a service in high growth environment Solve unique and first-order problems at massive-scale across many AWS Services Learn how to build and operate distributed systems at massive scale Build and influence the tools and utilities that are part of the AWS fleet running our internal services Key job responsibilities WHAT DOES A … SYSTEMS ENGINEER DO AT AMAZON? Amazon has a collaborative, purposeful and enthusiastic environment where we "Work Hard, Have Fun, Make History." On a typical day engineers might dive deep into understanding the root cause of a customer issue, investigate why a metric is trending the wrong way and consult with senior engineers at Amazon. We own our services and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Software Engineer - Elixir

Reading, England, United Kingdom
Code Wizards
for the Software Engineer - Elixir role at Code Wizards Code Wizards are looking for a skilled Elixir Developer to join on an initial contract basis, working on high-performance systems powering multiplayer gaming experiences. You’ll help build scalable, reliable infrastructure that keeps players connected and engaged in real-time. This hands-on development role may involve working on … Write tests, participate in code reviews, and uphold code quality standards Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decisions Skills And Experience Significant professional experience with Elixir Solid understanding of distributed systems and functional programming Experience with real-time messaging and databases. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Previous experience or passion for games, especially multiplayer or online real More ❯
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Distributed Systems
Berkshire
25th Percentile
£77,500
Median
£85,000
75th Percentile
£92,500