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Software Engineer

A major UK retailer handling £300m worth of transactions weekly with over 145,000 employees.
Leeds, UK
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Retail

Description For Software Engineer

Asda, a major UK retailer processing £300m in weekly transactions, is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Engineering Excellence team. This role focuses on developing and supporting Jira & Confluence systems while contributing to broader DevSecOps initiatives. The position offers a hybrid work environment with minimum 3 days in the Leeds office.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical abilities in software development with expertise in Atlassian products. You'll be responsible for managing system-wide customizations, implementing DevOps processes, and ensuring seamless CI/CD pipelines. The role involves close collaboration with multiple engineering teams, promoting best practices, and driving innovation in engineering productivity.

Key technical requirements include proficiency in modern programming languages, experience with Azure cloud platforms, and expertise in Infrastructure as Code. The position offers comprehensive benefits including flexible working, competitive salary, pension matching, healthcare benefits, and significant employee discounts.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to make an impact in a large-scale retail technology environment. The role combines hands-on technical work with opportunities for mentoring and strategic input, making it ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a supportive, innovative environment.

Last updated 4 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer

  • Administer and develop solutions for Jira and associated plugins
  • Manage upgrades to the Atlassian toolset and plugins
  • Design, implement, and maintain modern DevOps processes and CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to establish best practices
  • Deliver initiatives to improve system observability and incident response
  • Conduct technical reviews and mentor team members
  • Maintain and rationalize engineering tool chain

Requirements For Software Engineer

Python
JavaScript
Kubernetes
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence administration
  • Strong DevOps practices knowledge
  • Proficiency in modern programming languages (Python, Go, JavaScript)
  • Experience with monitoring tools like New Relic or Azure Monitor
  • Deep familiarity with Azure cloud platforms
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC) experience
  • Experience with reporting tools like PowerBI, Tableau
  • Agile methodology experience

Benefits For Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
  • 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
  • 4 weekly pay
  • Digital GP and Wellbeing sessions
  • Employee discount at Asda and George
  • Career development opportunities
  • Free city centre parking
  • Company pension up to 7% matched
  • Discretionary company bonus
  • Health and dental cash plans
  • 24/7 employee assistance helpline

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