Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software Engineer role at Aberdeen
Job Description
At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry’s best talent. Our people put stakeholders at the heart of everything we do, helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders and society.
We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset‑management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent.
About The Department
At Aberdeen Adviser, we are building a modern, scalable technology platform that empowers financial advisers to serve their clients more efficiently. Our engineering teams work in cross‑functional squads to develop innovative, high‑quality software solutions that make a real impact. We foster a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and continuous learning, where every engineer can shape the future of our platform.
About The Role
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be at the heart of our engineering team, leading by example and driving best practices across full‑stack development. Reporting to an Engineering Chapter Lead, you will design, build, and optimise cloud‑native applications, taking ownership of delivering high‑quality, maintainable, and scalable software solutions. You will work across the entire technology stack, with flexibility to use the right tools for the right job, and mentor others in the team.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop high‑quality web applications and services across the entire technology stack, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
* Design and implement RESTful microservices and distributed systems leveraging Microsoft Azure, with consideration for event‑driven architectures where appropriate.
* Support and mentor mid‑level and junior engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and best practice sharing.
* Explore AI, automation, and AI‑powered development tools to improve engineering efficiency and create smarter solutions.
* Work in a lean agile environment, focusing on continuous improvement, rapid iterations, and delivering value to customers efficiently.
* Implement and maintain test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability best practices, ensuring seamless deployment and monitoring of applications.
* Identify areas for improvement, refactor code, and propose innovative solutions that enhance engineering effectiveness.
* Collaborate closely with Product Managers, UX Designers, and other engineers to translate business needs into high‑impact technical solutions.
* Advocate for secure coding practices and ensure applications meet performance, reliability, and compliance standards.
About The Candidate
* Strong experience in full‑stack development, with expertise in React / React Native, JavaScript/TypeScript, Next.js, or equivalent modern technologies.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, including containerization, serverless functions, and microservices architectures.
* Experience designing RESTful microservices and distributed systems, with an understanding of event‑driven patterns as a consideration.
* A keen interest in AI, automation, and emerging technologies, and how they can be applied to solve engineering challenges.
* Deep understanding of modern software engineering practices, including test‑driven development (TDD), CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and observability.
* Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to both engineers and non‑technical stakeholders.
* A growth mindset, constantly looking for opportunities to learn, improve, and stay ahead of industry trends.
Our Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, discretionary performance‑based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare, and a range of flexible benefits – gym discounts, season ticket loans, and access to an employee discount portal.
Inclusive Working
At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a blended working approach, combining face‑to‑face collaboration with the flexibility of working from home. We support a culture that values diversity, belonging, and inclusion. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer, willing to provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
Position Details
Seniority level: Mid‑senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
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