Consultant Software Engineer - Career Switchers and Returners 2026

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
London, Cambridge
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Software Engineering
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SKILLS

Coding Source Control (Git) Modern Technology Stacks AI-Assisted Development System Design Development Methodologies Client Advisory Logical Analysis

FULL DESCRIPTION

Consultant Software Engineer - Career Switchers and Returners 2026

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Consultant Software Engineer for career switchers and returners in 2026. The role blends high-level software engineering with strategic client advisory. Locations: London, Cambridge. Salary: £45,000 + Profit Share.

About the Role

As a consultant engineer at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you’ll be part of a bright, inclusive, supportive team. You will work directly with customers to solve challenges, making a genuine difference. Interspersed with project work, you’ll benefit from structured training.

What We’re Looking For

  • A passion for solving real-world challenges
  • A consultancy mindset – excited about working with customers
  • A positive, can-do team player
  • Extreme STEM skills – exceptional logical analysis and reasoning

Benefits Package

  • Starting salary of £45,000
  • 50% of company profits paid as profit share
  • 25 days annual holiday with option to buy/sell, plus charity days
  • Generous maternity, paternity and adoption pay
  • Great offices, free on-site gym, subsidised restaurant in London

Application Process

We aim to get back to you within two working days. Interviews are conducted remotely except final in-person group assessment. Start dates in July, September, November 2026. Apply now at online.[Employer hidden].com.

Key Facts

  • Locations: London and Cambridge – hybrid (min 3 days/week in office or on client site)
  • Salary: £45,000 + profit share
  • Start dates: July, September, November 2026
  • Eligibility: 2+ years full-time permanent employment since education, and no software engineering role in past 2 years
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