Software Engineering

Vacancies are increasing, technological evolution is accelerating, and identifying top candidates is trickier than ever.

For over ten years, Trust in SODA have taken a community-led approach to recruitment, and in that time, we’ve helped thousands of incredible software engineers find meaningful work in a world that won’t sit still.

Between the influx of candidates and the widespread adoption of AI, software engineering is in a transition period, making it difficult for hiring managers to conduct prompt searches. This is where we come in.

Our specialist software engineer recruiters have the knowledge, means, and community network needed to pinpoint top software engineering talent in a turbulent tech market.

We provide proven full-service permanent and contract talent solutions across the UK, Ireland, the US, Switzerland, Germany, and Luxembourg. Whether you’re hoping to build out an entire software engineering function, jumpstart your latest project, or move into your first interim software engineering job, the Trust in SODA team is here to help.

Want to know more? Contact the team today to find out how we can support your hiring needs. 

 

LIVE JOBS

London, Greater London, South East, England
SDET
We're seeking an experienced Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join a scaling leader in Cloud Computing.As an SDET, you'll be responsible for ensuring top-tier system quality, developing robust automation frameworks for microservice deployments, and leading critical cloud initiatives through your technical expertise.📍 Location: Remote from the UK - Unfortunately, we are not able to provide sponsorship at this pointWhat You'll Do:As a Senior SDET, you'll be instrumental in ensuring system quality:Improving internal processes and systems on an ongoing basis.Designing and building highly available, scalable, secure, performant, and distributed systems.Demonstrating excellence in coding and test automation with languages like Python and Golang.Leveraging automation tools and frameworks such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions.Applying your expertise in Linux, networking, microservices, and Kubernetes fundamentals.Measuring system performance and preventing regressions across all operational states.What You'll Bring:To be successful in this role, you'll have:Proficiency in programming languages like Python or Go.Kubernetes - essentialA strong understanding of systems programming (GNU/Linux) and networking concepts.Experience with functional and non-functional testing of containers, infrastructure-as-code, Kubernetes, and related technologies.Experience working in agile environments.The ability to write organized, efficient, and well-documented code.If you're ready to make a significant impact on a global cloud platform, drop me a message 😊
Dominika Kodadova Dominika Kodadova
Zürich, Switzerland
On-Prem DevOps Engineer
Location: Zurich, Switzerland (3 days onsite per week) Start Date: ASAP Duration: Until 31.12.2025 (Extension likely) Workload: 100% Language Requirements: Fluent German & English Rate: Up to 100CHF/Hour Engagement: Freelance (Service Contract) 🏦 The Opportunity: Join a long-standing digital transformation initiative supporting a large Bank via a leading consultancy. This role sits within a team that provides critical DevOps support across multiple value stream applications that gather, analyze, and publish Swiss economic data. You will play a pivotal role in enabling development teams, modernizing deployment and monitoring pipelines, and maintaining robust platform infrastructure in a regulated, mission-critical environment. 🛠 Key Responsibilities:Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub, SonarQube, Artifactory)Automate release and deployment workflows across multiple environmentsSupport development teams with platform services, standards, and guidelinesIntegrate monitoring and observability tools (Dynatrace, etc.)Contribute to platform modernization efforts and legacy system replacementAssist in containerization and infrastructure provisioning✅ Must-Have Skills:Expertise in:AnsibleJenkins infrastructure and build pipelinesIntermediate in:Containers (Docker/Kubernetes)NGINXFamiliarity with:SpringBoot, J2EE, IntelliJ, ChocolateyScripting/Automation experience with Terraform, Groovy, Bash, PythonStrong understanding of networking and on-prem/cloud hybrid systemsProven experience in regulated industries (finance or public sector)
Daniel MapstoneDaniel Mapstone
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Senior IT Business Analyst – Source to Pay
Senior IT Business Analyst – Source to Pay  We’re seeking a Senior IT Business Analyst to join our team in Dublin on a hybrid basis (2–3 days on-site/week). Reporting to the IT BRM – Supply Chain, you'll play a key role in aligning business objectives with technology solutions within Source to Pay functions. As a strategic partner to both IT and Supply Chain, you’ll lead requirements gathering, process optimization, and solution design across complex initiatives. You’ll facilitate workshops, mentor junior analysts, and ensure business needs are translated into actionable specifications. Your focus will include procurement, supplier onboarding, purchase order management, and data-driven process improvements. Requirements:7 years’ experience as a Business Analyst, with 2 years in a senior or lead roleExpertise in Source to Pay processes and business process modelling (BPMN)Strong communication and stakeholder management skillsFamiliarity with Agile, Scrum, and/or Waterfall methodologiesProficient in Visio, Power BI, and Focus Build (or similar)Preferred:Background in automotive/high-tech manufacturingBA or Agile certifications (CBAP, PMI-PBA, Scrum Master, etc.)Big Four consultancy experienceReady to make an impact? Apply now to be part of our forward-thinking IT and Supply Chain team.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Hoxton, Greater London, South East, England
Front-End Engineer
We're seeking an experienced Front-End Software Engineer to join a dynamic FinTech company revolutionizing the way businesses access finance. As a key member of our team, you'll develop cutting-edge technology that empowers businesses and contributes to a more inclusive financial ecosystem. We are all about leveling up the playing field 😊👌📍Office in London, but happy to be flexible on site but ideally 1/weekWhy Join Us? 🎉Make a real impact: Contribute to a mission-driven company that's empowering businesses and shaping the future of finance.Grow your career: Join a high-growth environment with opportunities for professional development and advancement.Enjoy a rewarding work-life balance: Competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package.Be part of a vibrant culture: Experience a dynamic and supportive work environment with team events, social clubs, and a focus on employee well-being.About You: 😊Extensive experience with TypeScript & ReactYou're passionate about data and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Keen to be part of a dynamic & growing environment that strongly favours ownership-led approachBonus Points: 👀Experience with Django and PostgreSQL.A strong academic background in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Ready to make your mark? Drop me a message 📩
Dominika Kodadova Dominika Kodadova
Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland
Agile Product Owner
Agile Coach – Glasgow (Contract) Rate: Up to £330/day (Inside IR35) Location: Glasgow (Hybrid 2 days onsite) Duration: Until 31/12/2025 Are you an experienced Agile Coach with a track record of leading high-performing teams and transforming enterprise-level organisations? Join us on a major digital journey where your leadership and coaching will drive agile maturity across complex delivery teams. We’re seeking a hands-on Agile Coach to support the implementation of large-scale agile frameworks and drive continuous improvement across technology delivery teams. Based in Glasgow, you will work with cross-functional stakeholders and engineering teams to embed agile principles, develop sprint goals, and align practices to both industry standards and the bank’s strategic objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesCoach and support high-performing engineering teams to resolve complex technical challenges.Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure agile delivery aligns with business objectives, security standards, and compliance.Implement continuous improvement initiatives and optimise development processes.Stay current with industry trends and contribute to internal technology communities.Contribute to strategy, policy, and resource planning; drive and manage change.ExpectationsFacilitate agile ceremonies, influence at all levels, and promote agile maturity across teams.Offer strategic and technical guidance to teams and leadership.Identify and mitigate risk, ensuring alignment with governance and regulatory frameworks.Lead and inspire through core leadership behaviours (LEAD: Listen, Energise, Align, Develop).Essential Skills & ExperienceProven experience as an Agile Coach in an enterprise setting.Expertise in large-scale agile framework implementation.Strong facilitation, negotiation, and coaching skills.Previous experience as a Scrum Master.Agile certifications (e.g. SAFe, Scrum Alliance, ICAgile).Background in technical development or software engineering.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Zürich, Switzerland
Findur Developer
💼 Findur Developer – Contract Opportunity (Hybrid | Basel) 💰 CHF 700 - 850/day 📅 6–12 Months (with likely extension) Are you a hands-on Findur Developer looking for your next contract in a dynamic and regulated banking environment? I'm currently supporting a key client in Basel who is undergoing a major phase of enhancements across their trading platforms – and they're looking for strong Findur expertise to join their team. This is a hybrid role with a collaborative and engineering-led culture. If you’ve worked in fast-paced financial environments and enjoy solving complex integration and trading system challenges, read on. 🔧 Key ResponsibilitiesEnhance, test, and document functionalities within FindurAnalyze requirements in close collaboration with business stakeholders and SMEsWork with wider IT teams on integration, design standards, and change processesAct as Level 2 support on high-priority production incidentsDrive continuous improvement of team tools and development processes🧠 What You'll BringStrong Findur/Endur development experience (JVS or Open Components)Background in financial product development and trading workflowsFamiliarity with Connex Gateways for integrationExposure to YAML pipelines or automation/scripting toolsBonus: Knowledge of Bloomberg, Refinitiv, FXall, Tradeweb, Eurex, C# and automated testing📍 Location: Hybrid in Basel (2–3 days onsite) 🕐 Start: ASAP (flexible for the right person) 💵 Rate: CHF 700 – 850/day
Daniel MapstoneDaniel Mapstone
Remote work, United Arab Emir
Python Developer
The RoleWe are looking for a Mid-Level Python Developer who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys building scalable backend systems. You’ll work on developing new microservices and improving existing ones that power key parts of our trading infrastructure. If you’ve built resilient, observable, and performant services—and enjoy writing asynchronous code and integrating with external systems—you might be a great fit.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain Python-based microservices supporting trading operations.Develop new features for internal systems (e.g. funding rates prediction, exchange automation).Extend our exchange connectivity by adding new markets. Route/Handle data from trading across our internal systems. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues using observability tools (logs, metrics, alerts).Deploy and monitor services in a Kubernetes environment using Docker, CI/CD, and Helm.Collaborate closely with traders, C engineers, QA, and data teams to align on business needs.Required Skills & ExperienceMinimum 4-5 years of backend development experience with Python.Strong experience with asynchronous programming and parallelism in Python.Proficiency in at least one modern Python web framework (FastAPI, Django, or Flask).Experience working with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred).Comfortable with Docker and CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc).Solid understanding of service monitoring using Sentry, Prometheus, or Grafana.Ability to diagnose and fix incidents in remote production environments.Bonus PointsExperience with Kubernetes and Helm for scalable deployments.Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Redis PubSub for event-driven architectures.Experience with NoSQL databases (Redis, DynamoDB, etc).Understanding of trading systems, high-volume data environments, or HFT workflows.
Lauren Langdell Lauren Langdell
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
SAP ICR Specialist
SAP ICR Functional Advisor – Remote (Ireland-Based)  Location: Remote within Ireland (Client HQ in Dublin) Duration: 3 monthsRate: Up to €600 per day Start: Immediate Are you an SAP Financials expert with deep knowledge of Intercompany Reconciliation (ICR)? We’re seeking an experienced SAP ICR Functional Advisor to join a high-impact finance transformation programme at Kerry Group during a critical build and implementation phase. You’ll play a pivotal advisory role as the project transitions from design into build, supporting a cross-functional team to implement ICR within SAP ECC. This is a standalone, client-facing role where you'll provide subject matter expertise, guide best practices, and help troubleshoot technical and functional challenges. Key Responsibilities:Act as the SAP ICR SME, advising the client and internal stakeholders during the build and test phases.Provide expert input on SAP ICR configuration, including Reconciliation Types 001, 002, and 003.Guide and support junior resources in execution, testing, and transport processes.Liaise with project leads and stakeholders to answer implementation questions and support post-go-live planning.Assist with technical queries during UAT, ensuring alignment with best practices and system capabilities.Essential Skills & Experience:Deep functional knowledge of SAP FI, particularly AR/AP and General Ledger processes.Extensive experience with intercompany transactions, postings, and eliminations.Strong configuration knowledge of SAP ICR, including matching rules, partner assignments, and reconciliation keys.Hands-on experience with SAP ECC ICR, including executing settlement and clearing of reconciled transactions.Confident communicator, capable of advising stakeholders and addressing complex queries independently.Nice to Have:Prior experience working in a client advisory or consulting capacity.Familiarity with SAP programme delivery environments.Why Join?Opportunity to work with a globally recognised brand in the food and ingredients sector.High-impact, advisory-focused role with visibility across business and technology teams.100% remote flexibility within Ireland.Play a crucial part in shaping how intercompany processes are managed and optimised in a live SAP environment.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
APTIV
20
Roles Placed
Aptiv, a global tech leader with over 190,000 employees in 46 countries, is developing safer and more sustainable vehicles, including autonomous driving technology. They faced challenges sourcing and retaining top talent in a competitive market with high demand and rising pay rates for specialised tech candidates. Partnering with Trust in SODA provided access to a wider talent pool through an expansive community network. This partnership has positively impacted Aptiv's ability to meet client demand by reducing the time to fill and securing high-quality hires through a wider talent pool.
Aptiv
ARM
6
Key Hires
100%
Fill Rate
Arm, a global leader in computing technology, sought to fill niche roles and partnered with Trust in SODA based on a recommendation from an RPO provider. SODA collaborated with Arm to refine their hiring process, focusing on both technical skills and cultural fit. This involved weekly market insights, qualification calls, and onsite visits to understand Arm's culture. The improved process resulted in a 1.9:1 CV-to-interview ratio and a 1:1 fill rate for all vacancies since May 2023.
arm
CAPGEMINI
169
Placements
118
Permanent
51
Contract
For over 50 years, Capgemini have delivered transformative business solutions to their clients through leading-edge tech, industry expertise and a highly talented workforce. They faced challenges attracting top talent in a candidate-short market, compounded by UK mobility and security clearance requirements. Partnering with Trust in SODA, Capgemini benefited from dedicated resources, tailored searches, specialized teams, and a global network. SODA quickly became a top supplier, exceeding hiring targets annually and supporting high-volume projects for major clients like Deliveroo, John Lewis, EDF, and public sector organisations.
Capgemini

‘Trust in Soda were one of the key suppliers in relation to both quality and volume of candidates successfully placed.

Communication was key to this success, and our working relationship only strengthened as the year progressed, with mutual respect and honesty being the theme of conversations.’

COMAVE GLOBAL
38
Permanent Hires
SODA Max
Hiring Solution
12
Contract Hires

ComAve are building the first-ever super app designed exclusively for sports fans, turning passion into rewards. ComAve is redefining what it means to be a fan, blending technology, gamification, and loyalty rewards to create a one-of-a-kind ecosystem where fans always win

After landing £100m in funding, they were experiencing serious growth and had no talent or HR function. Trust in SODA started with recruiting the HR team and then became the talent function. Setting the strategy for all five of the Comave businesses, we provided a linked ecosystem for talent attraction and management. 

We successfully recruited across Sales, Technology, Engineering, Operations and Marketing, from Junior to C Suite including the COO, across Europe, covering Eastern Europe, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and France, as well as the UK. Following the successful completion of multiiple placements, we are delighted to now be supporting Comave in North America and South America. 

One of the most important requirement to Comave is speed of delivery, and the SODA team have delivered every time. In addition we have supported with an EOR Solution, and implemented a Workable ATS for the team there. 

 

Comave Global
Sarah Lee

Lauren made it a great experience!! She understood from minute 1 what I needed and was super quick finding the perfect person. She was always available, answered all my questions and made me and the candidate feel super attended all the time."

Sarah Lee
Sarah Lee
People Director
DELIVERY HERO
46
Hires
As Delivery Hero were going through a period of growth due to the internationalisation of their product offering, they onboarded SODA as an embedded partner to assist with reducing time to hire and accessing international talent pools. Working closely with internal stakeholders, we worked across multiple business units and were successful in making 46 hires across React, Mobile, Engineering Management, Go, Flutter, Product, Scala, Data Science, Data Engineers, MLOps.
Delivery Hero

E-commerce, Food

SODA Max
DELOITTE
57
Key Hires
Trust in SODA has been partnered with Deloitte Ireland for over five years, and in that time, we've made 57 hires across tech and finance roles. Recognising the challenges of Ireland's tech talent market, Deloitte expanded their partnership to include SODA's Contract team. SODA doubled their candidate database within 12 months using a diversity-focused approach, expanding access to a broader talent pool across key areas like software engineering, DevOps, data, cloud, infrastructure, and creative. Leveraging deep industry knowledge, SODA quickly identified niche talent without compromising quality, becoming Deloitte's top-performing agency.
Deloitte
DIGI2AL
59
Roles Placed
Digi2al, experiencing rapid growth, sought a recruitment partner with expertise in immersive GDS technologies to support project planning. They needed to quickly scale their delivery capability without sacrificing quality to meet client demands. Trust in SODA provided a dedicated team, built virtual talent pools, and proactively completed pre-employment checks to expedite hiring. This collaborative approach resulted in 59 successful placements over 18 months. Ultimately, this partnership enabled Digi2al to expand, pursue new opportunities, and enhance its brand reputation.
Digi2al
DYSON
34
Roles Placed
Dyson, a global tech pioneer, needed to expand its creative and technical teams at its competitive institute in Malmsbury, England. Facing geographical restrictions and a desire to diversify its shortlists, Dyson partnered with the Trust in SODA team. SODA immersed itself in Dyson's culture through on-site visits, then leveraged an international network and market-mapping expertise to fulfil Dyson’s hiring needs on time and in budget.
Dyson

Having placed 34 contract roles, Trust in SODA emerged as one of Dyson’s Top suppliers across Technology & Creative roles. 

G.NETWORK
32
Critical Hires
G.Network, upgrading London's internet with full-fibre broadband, needed to rapidly scale its team to support its ambitious expansion. Facing the challenges of hyper-growth, they partnered with Trust in SODA to optimize their hiring process. SODA provided a steady talent pipeline of high-quality candidates through dedicated resources, diversity-focused searches, and market insights. Over two years, SODA delivered 32 mission-critical hires across DevOps, Design & Change, Software Engineering, and Infrastructure, enabling G.Network to accelerate its scaling efforts.
G.Network
John Porter

‘Adam, Viki, Gabs and the wider team at Soda have been highly instrumental in enabling our scaling plans over the last few years. They have delivered some high calibre and strategic resources to our business quickly and are always ready to support our needs when required. As a client, I always feel that I have their complete focus and attention. I would highly recommend their services’.’

John Porter
John Porter
Head of Talent Acquisition
GUIDANT GLOBAL
129
Roles Placed
17
Brands Serviced
Guidant Global takes a creative approach to talent management. Having delivered bespoke recruitment solutions to clients all over the globe, Guidant Global is breaking the mould in the MSP, RPO, and SOW markets. To meet mounting demand and alleviate subsequent pressure on candidate pay rates, Guidant Global turned to the team at Trust in SODA to deliver complex hiring projects to their end clients. To date, the SODA squad have provided talent solutions across technology and enablement for seventeen of Guidant Global’s customers, including Dyson, Burberry, Pfizer, The AA, and Novartis. The seamless integration of Trust in SODA’s permanent and contract teams has created dependable hiring coverage across DevOps, Software Engineering, Cloud and Infrastructure, Data, and Creative roles.
Guidant Global
David Miranda

Trinnovo Group is a valued and trusted partner in our never-ending quest to find talent. 

David Miranda
David Miranda
Talent Consultant
NATWEST BOXED
23
Key Hires
Natwest Boxed, the UK's leading banking-as-a-service provider, needed to rapidly expand its team by 30 people in two months to support their growing customer base. They needed to fill hard-to-reach roles across SDET, Engineering Management, Java Development, and Product Management. Partnering with Trust in SODA, they leveraged a dedicated team of five recruiters. This collaboration resulted in over 100 shortlisted candidates, 45 interviews, and 23 successful placements within the tight two-month timeframe.
Natwest Boxed
Mike Jetson

NatWest Boxed and Trust in Soda have built a successful partnership focused on specialist engineering recruitment, ensuring access to top-tier talent. Together, they have prioritized diverse hiring, helping NatWest Boxed strengthen its engineering teams with a more inclusive and high-performing workforce.

Mike Jetson
Mike Jetson
(Talent Acquisition Lead - NatWest Boxed & Mettle by NatWest)

MEET THE TEAM

Oliver Perry

Managing Director

Lauren Langdell

Director (DACH) and Founder at Women in DevOps

Ryan Hill

Sales Director

Ryan Jones

Associate Director - US

Adam Brinkley

Business Manager

Adam Whitehurst

Senior Principal Consultant

Billie Spencer

Senior Principal Consultant

Zaynab Khan

Senior Recruitment Consultant - DACH

Dominika Kodadova

Principal Consultant

Alex Okla

Senior Principal Consultant

Nathan Peters

Team Lead & Senior Contract Recruitment Consultant

Daniel Mapstone

Executive Consultant

Joe Dukes

Consultant (US)

Michelle Sutherland

Delivery Consultant

Lesedi Komape

Search Consultant - Contract

Robyn Links

Search Consultant