developrec

About the Company

Welcome to develop.

We are a leading contributor to the software engineering community and a disruptive recruitment business comprised of eight specialised brands: develop .NET, develop Java, develop Python, develop PHP, develop JavaScript, develop DevOps, develop Change, and develop Technology.

At develop, we scale the software engineering teams that shape our world. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our three key USPs:

1. Specialised Knowledge: All our Consultants learn to code in the language they recruit for.
2. Technical Validation* Each candidate we represent is technically tested using IKM.

3. Collaborative Integration: All clients receive a Slack collaboration channel built directly into our business.

We listened to our market's needs and responded with a range of recruitment products designed to deliver solutions, improve quality, reduce time-to-hire, and save money.

Partnering with the world’s most innovative businesses, we offer product-based solutions for both permanent and contract recruitment objectives. Our teams are talented, and our processes are sophisticated.

Are you looking for a Software Engineer to join your team? Or are you seeking a new role? Please feel free to send us a message.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

developrec

Job Title

Director of Software Engineering

Job Description

Job title: Director of Software Engineering Role Summary: Lead end‑to‑end engineering delivery for a live Finance SaaS platform, guiding an initial team of ~15 engineers and scaling the team and platform. Drive technical excellence, stability, and innovation while aligning with commercial objectives and board‑level stakeholders. Expactations: • Own the engineering roadmap, delivery, and operational excellence for the Finance SaaS product. • Scale engineering resources and platform capabilities to support aggressive growth targets. • Maintain high standards of security, performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance. • Leverage modern engineering practices, including AI‑assisted development, to accelerate delivery. • Provide strategic technical leadership and influence product, design, finance, and executive teams. Key Responsibilities: - Own comprehensive delivery of the Finance SaaS platform. - Grow and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team. - Balance BAU operations with new feature development and innovation initiatives. - Collaborate closely with Product, Design, Finance, and executive stakeholders. - Implement best practices in security, performance, reliability, and compliance. - Introduce and champion modern engineering approaches, including AI‑assisted tools. - Deliver against commercial targets and timelines. Required Skills: - Proven experience scaling engineering teams in a SaaS environment. - Deep technical expertise (ideally former developer) with credibility in architecture and delivery. - Familiarity with finance, ERP, or regulated platforms; transactional and analytics experience highly desirable. - Commercial acumen – understanding of how engineering impacts customer value and revenue growth. - Strong communicator, capable of influencing and challenging stakeholders. - Experience with C#, .NET, Azure, and Angular technologies. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field. - Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent) preferred.

Nottingham, United kingdom

On site

09-03-2026

Company Name

developrec

Job Title

Contentful specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Contentful Specialist (Contract) Role Summary: Execute rapid content architecture design and implementation on Contentful for the Helix product launch, ensuring a scalable, efficient CMS structure that supports UK & Ireland launch in May. Expectations: • Deploy fully functional content framework within a tight launch schedule (May). • Work autonomously, integrating quickly with existing teams and evolving requirements. • Deliver a maximum of 75 content block types while supporting multilingual and promotional content. Key Responsibilities: • Define and model content blocks, components, and buckets in Contentful. • Build scalable content architecture aligned with application needs. • Map existing application content to the new structure. • Implement non-menu assets such as onboarding screens, welcome flows, and promotional material. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure content dependencies meet the launch timeline. Required Skills: • Direct, hands‑on experience with Contentful CMS, especially content modelling. • Strong grasp of content architecture principles in headless CMS environments. • Proven ability to set up content structures quickly for product/platform launches. • Self‑directed work ethic and capacity to deliver in a fast‑paced environment. • Familiarity with UI/UX requirements for onboarding and promotional assets. Required Education & Certifications: No formal education requirement specified; relevant experience and proficiency with headless CMSs preferred.

United kingdom

Remote

09-03-2026

Company Name

developrec

Job Title

Cloud Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Cloud Engineer **Role Summary:** Manage and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure for a SaaS and payments organization, focusing on scalability, cost efficiency, and security while collaborating with engineering teams. **Expectations:** Ownership of cloud strategy and operations, including infrastructure design, enterprise technology management, network security, and cost optimization. **Key Responsibilities:** - Design, implement, and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure for reliability and scalability. - Administer Microsoft 365 platforms, identity management, and Azure Virtual Desktop. - Architect secure cloud networks, including virtual networks, firewalls, and secure third-party integrations. - Implement infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/Bicep) for deployment automation. - Strengthen cloud security through access controls and Azure best practices. - Design disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity. - Drive cost optimization using FinOps practices and resource monitoring. - Monitor platform health and resolve incidents with agility. **Required Skills:** - Microsoft Azure architecture, PaaS, and Azure DevOps. - Azure data services (Data Factory, Databases, SQL). - Containerization (Docker, AKS) and Azure container services. - Networking expertise (VNETs, NSGs, Firewalls, Application Gateway, VPN). - Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform or Bicep). - Microsoft 365 administration and Azure Virtual Desktop support. - Agile collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams. - Compliance and security best practices in cloud environments. **Required Education & Certifications:** None specified. Preferred: Azure-related certifications (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-400).

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

10-03-2026

Company Name

developrec

Job Title

Software Engineer in Test

Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineer in Test Role Summary: Develop, maintain, and expand automated test suites for a high‑traffic online gaming platform. Lead regression and functional testing, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and improve QA processes to ensure release quality. Expectations: Deliver robust automated tests that cover new and existing features, analyse test results, provide clear defect reports, and support continuous improvement of testing practices. Maintain test environments, data, and documentation, and communicate quality metrics to stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using C# and industry‑standard frameworks. - Collaborate with development, product, and operations teams to understand requirements and align testing strategies. - Expand test automation coverage by implementing new frameworks, tools, and methodologies. - Execute comprehensive regression tests, ensuring new features do not regress existing functionality. - Perform root‑cause analysis on failures, working closely with developers to resolve defects. - Create and manage test data, environments, and harnesses required for automated testing. - Monitor, analyse, and report on test results and quality metrics. - Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance testing efficiency and quality. - Stay informed on industry trends and best practices, sharing knowledge within the team. Required Skills: - Proficiency in C# programming. - Experience in software testing (functional and data validation). - Ability to translate business requirements into test cases. - Familiarity with version control (Git). - Experience testing APIs and working with databases. - Strong analytical and root‑cause problem‑solving skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Adaptability to evolving technologies and QA trends. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (preferred). - Relevant QA or testing certifications (e.g., ISTQB, CSM, or equivalent) are a plus.

Newcastle upon tyne, United kingdom

Hybrid

13-03-2026