Software Engineer

Compare The Market Limited; City of London, Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven company in the UK seeks a motivated Software Engineer to join its team. In this entry-level role, you will work with the latest technologies including Javascript and React. Expect to collaborate with Product Managers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions while ensuring high standards of testing and security. This position offers a full-time commitment and the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience building scalable, highly available services and products.
• Experience designing and maintaining build, test, and deployment pipelines.
• Knowledge of security engineering practices and methods.
• Technical expertise with willingness to adapt to new technologies.
• Creative problem solver who organizes a team around a challenge.

Responsibilities

• Work with Product Managers and Engineering teams to design solutions.
• Interact with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency.
• Take responsibility for the development life cycle.
• Ensure testing and security standards are embedded.
• Participate in software development methodologies.

Skills

Javascript

Typescript

React

Node.JS

.NET

Agile methodologies

Lean thinking methods

Job description

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Job Description

Software Engineer

Function: Technology

Location: London, Peterborough

At Compare the Market, we’re a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We’re building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes at pace. Every role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.

We’ve carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we’re looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you’ll fit right in.

This role will offer you the opportunity to get hands on with a number of different technologies, including Javascript, Typescript, React, Node.JS and .NET

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work with Product Managers, Engineering Managers, and Engineering Leadership to design solutions and consider trading-offs between technical and operational considerations
• Interact with cross-functional engineering teams across the company to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks
• Take responsibility for key aspects of the development life cycle, from design to implementation, testing, security, and maintenance
• Ensure testing and security standards are well embedded into the software the team produces
• Be active in a community of practice for engineering to develop and share knowledge
• Lead design reviews, prototype new technology and evaluate technical feasibility with your peers and colleagues
• Address all aspects of technology and service readiness
• Effectively participate in the team's software development methodologies, such as pairing, code and documentation reviewing and continuous delivery

What We’re Looking For

• Experience building scalable, highly available services and products
• Experience designing and maintaining build, test, and deployment pipelines as part of delivering robust software systems
• Knowledge of security engineering practices and methods
• Technical expert in a chosen domain, with a willingness to adapt to new technologies to support the team
• Creative problem solver who organizes a team around a challenge
• Experience with agile methodologies and lean thinking methods
• Active learner, both within your technical and professional area of expertise

Why Compare the Market?

We’re a business built for pace and performance. Here, you’ll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress.

We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive.

If you’re ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that’s serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniorities and Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: Software Development

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