Metrica Recruitment

Senior Software Engineer – AI and Cloud Platforms

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Updated: August 20, 2026
Experienced
Healthcare, IT
London
£80,000

Senior Software Engineer – AI and Cloud Platforms

Take on complex technical challenges and shape the future of clinical technology by designing scalable, AI-enabled software solutions in Central London.

The Company

This fast-growing health technology organisation is transforming the clinical research sector with cutting-edge software solutions. Operating as a remote-first UK business, they are replacing outdated systems with intuitive, cloud-based platforms that improve efficiency, data quality, and patient outcomes. Join a collaborative engineering team where you’ll work on innovative projects, influence technical decisions, and contribute to products that support healthcare innovation.

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll tackle complex technical challenges across the full software development lifecycle. From designing secure, scalable applications to delivering AI-assisted solutions, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of clinical technology. Working across frontend, backend, and cloud technologies, you’ll help modernise clinical trial delivery and improve patient recruitment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Design and deliver scalable software solutions using modern engineering practices.
  • Build applications with Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
  • Develop backend services and APIs using Python and FastAPI.
  • Shape cloud infrastructure using AWS and infrastructure-as-code tools.
  • Influence architecture, engineering standards, and technical decisions.
  • Contribute to AI-assisted software development with a focus on quality and governance.

Benefits and Perks

This organisation values technical excellence and meaningful ownership, offering experienced engineers the opportunity to influence products, technology, and engineering practices. As well as a starting salary of £70k-£80k, you will also get the following benefits:

  • Equity options.
  • Remote-first UK working.
  • High levels of technical ownership and autonomy.
  • Opportunity to shape innovative AI-enabled healthcare technology.
  • Work alongside experienced product and engineering leaders.

Requirements

Must-Have:

  • Commercial experience as a Senior Software Engineer or Full Stack Software Engineer.
  • Strong knowledge of React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern software engineering practices.
  • Experience developing backend services using Python and FastAPI.
  • Experience with PostgreSQL, Docker, and AWS.
  • Strong communication skills with a collaborative, product-focused approach.

Nice-to-Have:

  • Experience within healthcare, life sciences, or regulated software environments.
  • Knowledge of clinical trial platforms, medical data, or healthcare technology.
  • Exposure to AI, large language models, or AI-assisted software development.
  • Experience with Playwright, Pulumi, or modern DevOps practices.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to tackle complex technical challenges and shape the future of clinical technology, we welcome your application.

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Job details

Job ID: 37848
Type: Experienced
Company: Metrica Recruitment
Locations: London
Salary: £80,000
Industries: Healthcare, IT
Courses: Data Science, Economics, IT, Life Science, Maths and Stats, Physics
Grade: 2:1
Updated: August 20, 2026
Closing: September 14, 2026
Starting: Immediate

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