We’re Hiring: Senior Software Engineer in Edinburgh

We’re Hiring: Senior Software Engineer in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Full-Time 56700 - 69300 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Cathcart Technology

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead mobile platform development and optimise Android components for high-performance experiences.
  • Company: World-class tech company in Edinburgh with a vibrant culture and innovative projects.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, uncapped holidays, and hybrid working options.
  • Other info: Enjoy a fun office environment with games, a gym, and excellent career growth.
  • Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact in mobile technology.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Android development with Kotlin and mentoring skills.

The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.

Lead Tech Recruiter / Software Engineers - Edinburgh World-Class Technology company in Edinburgh are looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer (Android / Kotlin) to join one of their core mobile platform squads.

Hybrid working , modern tech, and an outstanding culture on offer.

The company has been growing steadily and is now recognised as a leader in their field .

They’re scaling multiple engineering squads and investing heavily in their mobile platforms – making this a perfect time to join and have a real impact in a growing sector of the business.

You’ll be part of a key product team , focusing on strengthening the foundations of their mobile platform.

Your work will centre on optimising native Android components, improving core frameworks, and enhancing tooling to deliver high-performance, scalable mobile experiences.

This year, there’s a strong focus on platform performance and Android optimisation , giving you plenty of opportunity to work on challenging and meaningful problems.

They’re an Agile squad of Engineers, covering a range of experience levels.

On a day-to-day basis, you’ll work across native Android and React Native codebases – building and refining critical Android features while also contributing to React Native performance and maintainability.

You’ll regularly participate in design discussions and technical decisions, with the freedom to propose solutions and help shape the team’s approach.

As a Senior Engineer, you’ll also mentor and support other Engineers , sharing expertise in Kotlin , native Android optimisation, and cross-platform integration.

You’ll ideally have good experience with most of the following; Native Android development with Kotlin Delivering production React Native applications Mobile performance profiling and optimisation Strong awareness of best practices, testing, and CI/CD pipelines Working effectively within Agile teams The following experience is highly desirable; Improving app scalability and performance Mentoring and supporting Engineers They’ve got a custom-built office in central Edinburgh , complete with games consoles, pool tables, and even a gym – where they support hybrid working , with most team members in the office a couple days a week.

In return, they’re offering a competitive salary (happy to discuss prior to submitting an application) and a strong benefits package to match – including multiple bonuses and uncapped holidays.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established tech company that continues to grow and innovate within an interesting problem space.

If you’re keen to find out more, please apply or drop Doug a message via Linked In.

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We’re Hiring: Senior Software Engineer in Edinburgh employer: Cathcart Technology

Cathcart Technology is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and hands-on experience in cutting-edge AI and ML projects, employees can thrive in a supportive environment while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working in the beautiful city of Edinburgh.

Cathcart Technology

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Cathcart Technology Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace We’re Hiring: Senior Software Engineer in Edinburgh

Android Development
Kotlin
React Native
Mobile Performance Optimisation
Agile Methodologies
CI/CD Pipelines
Mentoring