Better decisions, transparency and operational efficiency. Sitting within DTI, the Advanced Analytics & Data Science Unit team develops the FCA's organisation‑wide capability to drive an analytics‑led regulatory approach.
Role responsibilities
* Design and deliver advanced analytics applications that enhance the FCA's ability to detect harm early and protect millions of UK consumers.
* Partner closely with product managers, data scientists and end users, turning complex challenges into intuitive tools that support fairer and safer markets.
* Transform new data‑science concepts into enterprise‑grade products, giving the FCA smarter ways to intervene decisively and effectively.
* Build high quality, resilient software that decision‑makers can trust when acting in the public interest.
* Champion modern engineering practices and emerging technologies to unlock new value and future‑proof the FCA's digital capabilities.
* Support an inclusive, collaborative culture by sharing insights, coaching colleagues and elevating the engineering community.
* Oversee Agile planning and delivery to uphold momentum, promote transparency and highlight clear progress on strategic initiatives.
* Invest in your growth and expand your technical skills by working with advanced data science and regulatory technology that fast tracks your long‑term career development.
Skills required
* Minimum: Proven experience in Python programming, with the ability to produce clean, reliable and maintainable code that supports high quality engineering delivery.
* Demonstrable experience solving complex, cross‑platform technical issues, showing judgement when working through challenges.
* Essential: Strong software engineering background with Python as a core skill.
* Experience working with at least three of the following technologies or practices:
o Pydantic for data modelling and validation
o Django, Flask, or FastAPI for backend development
o AWS services such as Lambda or S3 for application development
o Relational database systems
o NoSQL databases like Elasticsearch or DynamoDB
o Test automation tools such as Behave or PyTest
o Terraform, GitHub Actions, web scraping, or Natural Language Processing
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Hybrid model: minimum 40% in‑office each month for staff, 50% for senior leaders, 60% for Directors and Executive Directors.
* Non‑contributory pension (8‑12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary.
* Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection and 24/7 Employee Assistance.
* 35 hours of paid volunteering annually.
* A flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle.
Values and culture
* Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, free from discrimination and bias, celebrating difference and supporting colleagues to deliver at their best.
* We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to better the organisation – making better decisions, driving innovation and delivering better regulation.
* If you require any adjustments due to a disability or condition, your recruiter is here to help – reach out for tailored support.
* We welcome diverse working styles and aim to find flexible solutions that suit both the role and individual needs, including part‑time and job sharing where applicable.
* We are a Disability Confident Employer. People or individuals with disabilities and long‑term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment process.
* In cases of high application volumes, we may progress applicants whose experience most closely matches the role's key requirements.
Timeline
* Job advert closes: 6th April 2026 at 11:59 pm.
* CV review/shortlist: 8th April 2026.
* Technical test: week commencing 13th April 2026.
* Interview: from 22nd April 2026.
* Recruiter will discuss the process in detail; please indicate any unavailability during this period.
Job Title: Software Engineer
Department: Advanced Analytics & DSU
Division: Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI)
Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £39,100 to £45,600 and London £41,600 to £48,500 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)
Role graded as: Associate – level 8 – Corporate.
Recruitment contact: Steve Christopher (steve.christopher@fca.org.uk). Applications must be submitted through the official portal; social media or email submissions are not accepted.
About the FCA and team
We regulate financial services firms in the UK to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you'll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth and shaping the future of UK finance services. The DTI division enables the FCA to be a digital‑first, data‑led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile and cost‑effective technology and data ecosystem that drives.
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