Software Engineer

BT Group

. Design intuitive user interfaces, cloud-native applications, scalable backend services, data-processing systems and operating-system-level software .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing user interfaces and cloud-native applications while ensuring code quality and performance standards. Proficient in software development, testing, and DevOps practices, with a strong focus on automation and collaboration.

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DV Security ClearanceSoftware DevelopmentDevOpsAgile MethodologiesProgramming in C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Objective-C, Python, or Scala

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSoftware TestingInfrastructure AutomationCode ReviewPerformance OptimizationMonitoring FrameworksCI/CD Pipeline ImprovementsUser Interface DesignCloud-Native ApplicationsBackend Services

Soft Skills

CollaborationKnowledge SharingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceGitGitHubGitLabBitbucketLinuxWindowsMacOSKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

DV Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Agile Software DevelopmentPerformance SLAsAutomation ToolsData-Processing SystemsOperating-System-Level Software

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudiOSJavaJavaScriptKubernetesLinuxMacOSObjective-CPythonScalaTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design intuitive user interfaces, cloud-native applications, scalable backend services, data-processing systems and operating-system-level software
Develop resilient, well-tested code
Perform code reviews and work with team members to maintain code quality standards
Keep up to date with software engineering best practices
Engage with end users to understand needs and design user interfaces
Ensure platforms meet performance, availability and reliability SLAs
Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and production risks
Maintain and improve monitoring, logging and alerting frameworks
Build and maintain automation tools for deployments, scaling and failover
Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements
Identify and improve inefficient ways of working
Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities
Work with customers, stakeholders and experienced engineers to develop solutions and shape product technology, architecture and direction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must already hold the relevant DV Security Clearance
Experience in software development, programming or scripting
Experience in software testing and DevOps
Experience using collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence
Experience with source code management using Git-based platforms such as GitHub, GitLab or Bitbucket
Experience working within Agile software development teams
Experience of test and infrastructure automation using associated frameworks
Experience in one or more relevant software engineering areas
Programming experience with one or more of C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Objective-C, Python or Scala
Experience with Linux, Windows, macOS, iOS or Kubernetes is relevant
Located on site during working hours
Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

A structured Technical Progression Pathway
Competitive DV market aligned salaries
Tiered role based DV allowance
World-class training and development opportunities
10% on target bonus
Equal family leave: 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate
Enhanced women’s health support, including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more
BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
New BT Better Workplace working environments at strategic locations across the UK
Flexible benefits including an EV salary sacrifice, cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan, additional annual leave
On-call allowance depending on role requirements
Access to retail discounts including the BT shop
24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
25 days annual leave, not including bank holidays, increasing with service
2 weeks paid carer’s leave
Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
Enhanced life assurance of up to ten times base salary