JOB DESCRIPTION
Join Kainos and Shape the Future
At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.
We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:
As a Senior Software Engineer (Senior Associate) in Kainos,you’llbe responsible fordeveloping high quality solutions which delight our customers andimpactthe lives of users worldwide.It’sa fast-paced environment so it is important for you to make sound, reasoned decisions.You’lldo this whilst learning aboutnew technologiesand approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow as you, in turn, mentor those around you.
MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:
• Proficient in designing, building, testing and maintaining modern software applications
• Experience applying development best practices and patternsrelatedto security, scalability and performance
•Experience using modern version control andcontinuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines
• Experienceinusing cloud technology platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), etc.
•Experience in contributingto technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation
• Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to technical and non-technical people
• Experienceindesign and development across multiple layers of an application
•Experience in mentoringand coachingjunior team members
DESIRABLE:
• Experience of debugging and troubleshooting live applications
• Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences
• Experience of multiple programming languages and data storage technologies
• Experience of balancing technical decisions with user needs and commercial constraints
Embracing our differences
At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.
Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.
We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.