At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive high-quality software solutions and collaborate in an agile environment.
- Company: Join Softwire, a leading UK tech consultancy transforming visionary ideas into reality.
- Benefits: Competitive contract rates, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting projects with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Experience in software development, particularly with React, TypeScript, and Azure.
About the role
- Self-starter, someone who can pick up context quickly, drive outcomes efficiently, and to a high quality.
- Competent in doing high-level designs, solution management, and scoping.
- Understanding of data modelling best practices.
- Ability to translate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders and bring them on the journey.
- Experience working in an agile delivery environment.
- Experience working with React, TypeScript, Azure, Microsoft SQL, and Databricks (if they don’t have all of these, that’s workable, but be good to understand any they don’t have experience with).
Frontend
- React + TypeScript + Vite
- Material UI with Emotion for styling
- TanStack React Query 5 for server state
- React Router 7
- MSAL for Entra ID auth
- Jest + Testing Library for unit tests; Playwright for E2E and visual tests
- Hosted as an Azure Static Web App
- Azure Functions apps with Azure Service Bus, Azure Storage, Azure communication email, and Azure identity
Common backend tooling:
- Jest (unit + integration)
- Testcontainers (Azurite + MSSQL)
- ESLint/Prettier
- Yup
Database
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Prisma
Data/Infrastructure
- Azure Databricks notebooks with deployment scripts
- Terraform / OpenTofu (hub-and-spoke infrastructure)
End date: 18/11/2026
About Softwire
Softwire is a leading UK technology and strategy consultancy. From enterprise to government, we help visionary organisations turn strategic ambitions into results at scale. Our practices cover AI transformation, data platforms, systems engineering advanced CX and experience design.
Senior Software Engineer (Contract) employer: Softwire
At Softwire, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our continuous learning opportunities and support for professional development, making it an ideal environment for Senior Software Engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the technology and strategy consultancy space. Located in the heart of the UK, we offer a dynamic workplace where creativity thrives, and every team member's contributions are valued.
