Software Engineer (Application Engineer or Cloud Engineer)

Role summary

Software Engineer (Application Engineer or Cloud Engineer) is a full-time role at Arqiva in United Kingdom (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-03. Salary: GBP 60,000 per year. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Software Engineer (Application Engineer or Cloud Engineer)

Company

Arqiva

Location

United Kingdom

Work arrangement

hybrid

Employment type

full-time

Category

DevOps & Infrastructure

Salary

GBP 60,000 per year

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-10-03

Job description

Software Engineer (Application Engineer or Cloud Engineer)

Contributes significantly to the design, development, testing and operation of software systems, using AI-assisted and agentic engineering approaches where they improve delivery. This is a professional role for an experienced software engineer who can translate requirements into well-designed solutions, produce and review implementation work, and take responsibility for software quality.

Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid – Winchester or London office 1–2 times a week)

We offer:

Up to £60K base salary

6% pension contribution

Private Medical Insurance

25 days annual leave

Access to flexible benefits including discounts on major brands, wellness programmes, gymflex, travel and dental insurance

A flexible and hybrid working culture

Overview:

Designs, builds, tests and supports secure, reliable software solutions as part of a cross-functional engineering team.

This role uses modern software engineering practices, including AI coding assistants and agentic development tools, to accelerate delivery while maintaining strong human ownership of requirements, solution design, security, testing, quality and operational outcomes.

We are looking for engineers who can translate business requirements into effective technical solutions, leverage AI-assisted development responsibly, and ensure that all delivered software meets high standards of quality, maintainability and reliability.

We are recruiting for Full-Stack developers and DevOps/Cloud Engineering specialisms.

Accountabilities:

Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, acceptance criteria and technical solutions.

Design, develop and deliver software features, enhancements and defect fixes.

Use AI-assisted and agentic development tools responsibly to improve engineering productivity.

Review and validate AI-generated and human-written outputs for quality, security and maintainability.

Build automated tests and verify solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements.

Participate in design reviews, code reviews and technical problem-solving activities.

Create and maintain clear technical documentation and operational guidance.

Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices, tooling and ways of working.

Required Technical Skills:

Full-Stack and Backend Developers

Proficiency and experience with Python

Experience designing and building APIs, services and integrations

Understanding of scalable and secure backend architectures

Full-Stack and Frontend Developers

Proficiency and experience with JavaScript / TypeScript

Experience with React, Next.js or similar modern frontend frameworks

Understanding of modern frontend architecture and user experience principles

DevOps / Cloud Engineers

Good working knowledge of AWS and cloud engineering practices

AWS certification desirable but not essential

Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code, ideally Terraform

Experience operating secure, reliable cloud-native platforms

Working knowledge of Kubernetes deployments.

Proficiency and experience with Python

Skills Relevant Across All Specialisms

Experience using AI coding assistants and agentic development tools to support software delivery

Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI-generated code and artefacts

Experience validating software against requirements through automated and manual testing approaches

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows and Agile delivery practices

Familiarity with cloud-native development and modern software delivery practices

Knowledge of software security, observability and operational best practices

Other Key Skills:

Strong software engineering fundamentals and problem-solving ability

Ability to analyse requirements and contribute to solution design

Critical thinking and sound engineering judgement when reviewing AI-generated outputs

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills

Effective communication and collaboration within cross-functional teams

Ability to balance delivery speed with quality, security and maintainability

Experience working across the full software development lifecycle

Proven ability to deliver quality software solutions in a professional environment

Experience working within product, platform or engineering teams

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent industry experience

Why Arqiva:

We enable a switched-on world to flow. As the UK’s leader in TV and radio broadcast and the country’s top smart utilities platform, we are shaping the future of connectivity.

Our infrastructure delivers media and data exactly where they’re needed - whether that’s bringing TV and radio to your home or sending smart meter data to your utility provider. Our technology works quietly behind the scenes, connecting millions every day.

But it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it. At Arqiva, you’ll find real connection: supportive teams, active colleague networks and plenty of ways to get involved and feel part of our community. We’ll give you the space and support to grow - whether that’s developing your skills, trying something new or taking on fresh challenges. And because there is more to life than work, our rewards and benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, your lifestyle and what matters most to you.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Arqiva, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we work hard to remove barriers so every colleague can thrive. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to talent@arqiva.com.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you!

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