Senior Software Engineer
Posted 2 days ago by Haystack
£540 Per day
Undetermined
Remote
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Senior Software Engineer focused on high-level Java development for a global leader in warehouse automation. The position involves leading the software development lifecycle for advanced applications that control robotic systems in automated environments. The engineer will collaborate remotely with engineering teams to optimize and innovate software solutions for smart factories. This opportunity offers a lucrative daily rate and the flexibility of remote work across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle for advanced Java applications within massive automated warehouse environments.
- Design and implement software architectures that control high-speed robotic systems and sophisticated automation equipment.
- Collaborate remotely with site-based engineering teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and upgrade live automated facilities.
- Drive innovation by researching and integrating the latest software development methodologies into the company’s core technology stack.
- Translate complex operational requirements into high-performance technical specifications and maintainable code bases.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of professional experience specializing in Java Development with a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise software.
- Extensive hands-on experience in full-stack software development, particularly focusing on back-end logic and systems integration.
- A solid understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), distribution workflows, or industrial automation software.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical software development and physical machinery teams.
- Experience working in Agile environments and a deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines to support remote deployment.
Salary (Rate): £540 daily
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Senior Software Engineer | Manchester | Remote | £450 - £540
We're working with a global leader in high-tech warehouse automation on this exciting opportunity. This is your chance to architect the brains behind massive, state-of-the-art robotic distribution facilities that are defining the future of logistics. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead high-level Java development projects, creating robust systems that manage complex automation workflows. You will be instrumental in deploying cutting-edge software solutions across a national network of smart factories, ensuring peak efficiency through clean, scalable code.
The Role
- Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle for advanced Java applications within massive automated warehouse environments.
- Design and implement software architectures that control high-speed robotic systems and sophisticated automation equipment.
- Collaborate remotely with site-based engineering teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and upgrade live automated facilities.
- Drive innovation by researching and integrating the latest software development methodologies into the company’s core technology stack.
- Translate complex operational requirements into high-performance technical specifications and maintainable code bases.
What You'll Need
- 5+ years of professional experience specializing in Java Development with a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise software.
- Extensive hands-on experience in full-stack software development, particularly focusing on back-end logic and systems integration.
- A solid understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), distribution workflows, or industrial automation software.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical software development and physical machinery teams.
- Experience working in Agile environments and a deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines to support remote deployment.
What's On Offer
- Lucrative daily rate between £450 - £540 on a long-term 9-month contract.
- 100% Remote working flexibility—base yourself anywhere in the UK while working on industry-leading tech.
- The opportunity to work with an undisputed market leader that is years ahead of the competition in the automation space.
- Exposure to massive-scale robotics and innovative engineering projects that impact the global supply chain.
Apply via Haystack today!