Job Description

Software Engineering Professional

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Job Req ID: 52017
Posting Date: 21 Oct 2025
Function: Software Engineering
Unit: Digital
Location:
Orion Building B62-MH, Ipswich, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive with Benefits

Recruiter: Molly Lees

Hiring Manager: Michael Vallelly

Career Grade: E

Internal Closing Date: 30th October

Why this job matters

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The Software Engineering Professional supports the execution of the software engineering strategy and roadmap that supports BT's commercial strategy through cross functional project and technical delivery and the participation of a team that pursues innovation as well as engineering excellence.

What you'll be doing

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Supports on the implementation of technical solutions for both customers and colleagues and delivers on the resolution of inter-system issues, working within cross-functional squads to assist in creating and implementing technical solutions for a domain or cross domain activity within a specific technology

Supports in the execution of technical decisions, technology choices and architecture for a wide range of high-performance products, capabilities, and platforms, effectively balancing short-term impact with long-term transformation

Supports the design and development of software solutions in accordance with the wider architecture and security standards

Undertakes technical reviews to continually update knowledge and skills in software engineering principles and practices, ensuring a base level of technical specialism proficiency to enable industry and quality standards to positively impact work and customers

Supports with the designs of technical specifications and development of software solutions of smaller and /or less complex initiatives in partnership with team, contributing towards the quality of delivery

Writes, tests and reviews code, refining and rewriting as necessary under supervision and communicates to engineering professionals and colleagues involved in the project

Integrates existing software products and solves routine problems to enable incompatible platforms to work together

Skills

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Applies problem solving methods to repair failed products or processes.

Uses a group of methodologies based on iterative development, where requirements and solutions evolve through collaboration between self-organising cross-functional teams.

Finds and resolves bugs within computer programmes, software, or systems.

Applies a computer language to communicate with computers using a set of instructions and to automate the execution of tasks.

Microservices/Service Oriented Architecture - Develops software systems, focusing on building single-function modules with well-defined interfaces and operations.

Version Control - Tracks and manages changes to software code.

Software Testing - Conducts an investigation to provide stakeholders with information about the quality of the software product or service under test.

Application Development - Creates a computer program or a set of programs to perform the different tasks that a business requires.

Algorithm Design - Develops methods or a mathematical process for problem-solving and engineering algorithms.

Software Development Lifecycle - Follows a specific process used by the software industry to design, develop and test high quality software.

Cloud Computing - Uses a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a local server or a personal computer.

Database Design/Development - Designs and developments data management systems.

Our leadership standards

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Looking in:

Leading inclusively and Safely

I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity.

Owning outcomes

I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation.

Looking out:

Delivering for the customer

I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business.

Commercially savvy

I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making.

Looking to the future:

Growth mindset

I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation.

Building for the future

I build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.

Benefits

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Competitive salary

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

10% on target bonus

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Direct share scheme

Option to join the Healthcare Cash Plan or other benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships etc.

50% off EE mobile pay monthly or SIM only plans

Exclusive colleague discounts on our latest and greatest BT broadband packages

BT TV with TNT Sports and NOW Entertainment

50% discount for friends and family on EE SIM Only plans & airtime element off a Flex Pay plan


With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We've brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.


We're a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it's not just the technology that matters, it's what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.


We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.


As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you're a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.


We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the , please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.