At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and development of AI-driven services and modernise legacy systems.
- Company: Join Compare the Market, a purpose-driven tech company in London or Peterborough.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values innovation and performance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on financial decision-making for millions using cutting-edge AI technology.
- Qualifications: Proven backend development skills and experience with complex systems.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Function: Technology
Location: Hybrid, London or Peterborough office
Curious about what’s next? So are we. Join Compare the Market and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions. 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.
Some Of The Great Things You’ll Do
- Lead the design and development of services that support AI agent interaction
- Drive the application of GenAI to modernise, refactor, and accelerate legacy systems
- Define and implement APIs, contracts, and metadata aligned with the Model Context Protocol
- Shape and evolve internal tooling that supports AI‑native SDLC workflows
- Influence architecture decisions, conduct design and code reviews, and lead incident response
What We’d Like To See From You
- Proven backend development expertise, with experience delivering complex, high‑scale systems
- Ability to mentor, guide, and upskill engineers within the team
- Familiarity with:
- Model Context Protocol for managing context and tool interfaces for agents
- LLM integration patterns including prompt orchestration, multi‑agent planning and tool calling
- Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) for dynamic context injection
- Model selection / A/B testing / observability
What Will Success Look Like
- Delivers high‑quality, maintainable code that meets business needs
- Takes ownership of complex problems end‑to‑end, from design through deployment
- Rapidly learns, applies, and advocates for emerging AI‑native engineering patterns
- Raises the bar for technical excellence, system simplicity, and agent‑readiness
- Actively contributes to the growth and effectiveness of the wider engineering team
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.
Senior Software Engineer - AI Native Platforms employer: Compare The Market Limited
At Compare the Market, we pride ourselves on being a purpose-driven employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture. With hybrid working options in London or Peterborough, we offer our Senior Software Engineers the chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation is celebrated, and personal growth is encouraged. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive atmosphere that values accountability and diverse perspectives.
Contact Details:
Compare The Market Limited Recruitment Team
