Your Mission
Senior Software Engineer
Reports to: Engineering Team Lead
Works closely with: Engineering Tech Lead, QA team members
Software: C#
Location: UK / Estonia / US (remote-friendly within these regions)
Role purpose
The Senior Software Engineer is a high-impact individual contributor who delivers complex work and raises the effectiveness of the team around them.
This role exists to tackle technically challenging problems, support less experienced engineers, and contribute to sound technical decisions — all while remaining aligned with agreed architecture and standards.
Experience and capabilities
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Strong experience as a software engineer in a production SaaS environment
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Proven ability to deliver complex, high-quality solutions
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Strong understanding of testing, performance, and maintainability
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Ability to mentor others and influence through example
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Sound technical judgement under pressure
Why this role matters
Senior engineers set the technical tone within teams.
Done well, this role:
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Improves delivery quality and resilience
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Develops other engineers
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Reduces technical risk
What You'll Bring To The Role
Key responsibilities
Technical delivery
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Design and implement complex features and improvements
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Take ownership of technically significant or high-risk work
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Ensure solutions are maintainable, testable, and well understood
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Help diagnose and resolve complex production issues
Technical leadership (within the team)
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Provide guidance and mentoring to junior and mid-level engineers
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Contribute strongly to code reviews and design discussions
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Support the Engineering Tech Lead in maintaining technical quality
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Identify technical risks and raise them early
Collaboration and quality
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Work closely with QA to ensure confidence in delivered changes
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Engage constructively with Product and other stakeholders as needed
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Balance pragmatism with long-term thinking
What this role is not
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This is not a formal people management role
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This is not ownership of cross-team architecture
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This is not a substitute for a Tech Lead or Principal Engineer
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Senior engineers succeed by delivering difficult work and elevating others.
Why us?
Perks & Benefits
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Remote & flexible working – with hybrid options in London or Chichester
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Fantastic team culture based on trust and belonging.
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Laptop & home office budget – £500 to set up your ideal workspace.
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Private Medical Insurance with Aviva, including Dental & Optical.
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Group Life Insurance & Yulife Wellbeing & Rewards.
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Mental well-being support – Access therapy, mental health sessions, and yoga through a free premium subscription to Headspace.
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EAP confidential benefit – 24/7 access to compassionate guidance & expert advice
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Training, support, and personal development
About us
Life at Linnworks:
Linnworks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EoE). We believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background leads to a better environment for our employees and better service for our customers. We value the training and development of our employees deeply. We are committed to continuous investment in their personal growth, providing clear paths for career progression, and equipping them with the tools and training required to become experts in their profession.
Senior Software Engineer in Chichester employer: Linnworks
Linnworks is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant team culture built on trust and belonging, making it an ideal place for Implementation Specialists to thrive. With flexible remote working options and a generous benefits package including private medical insurance and a dedicated budget for home office setup, employees are empowered to create their best work environment. The company prioritises personal development through comprehensive training and support, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to grow and innovate in the dynamic e-commerce landscape.
