Contract Software Engineer jobs in Dorset

You will join a cross-functional product engineering team working on the evolution and modernisation of a core SaaS platform. The focus is on building scalable, cloud-native services while improving reliability, performance, and long-term maintainability.

You will design and deploy robust frontend client, backend services, infrastructure automation, and cloud-native solutions by utilising your software development knowledge and your DevOps proficiency across AWS and GCP.

Software Engineer - TestWinfrith, near Dorchester (4 days on site per week) – 6 month duration – Outside IR35We are looking for a Software Test Engineer to work for our defence client in Winfrith, near Dorchester. This can operate on an Outside IR35 basis and the main purpose is: delivery of Software Test activities (including planning, management, and testing) within the software development...

Reports to: Technology Director / Executive Sponsor Location: Remote with occasional travel to London (2 times a month) Contract: Full-time, permanent Base Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 location and experience dependent + 10% company bonus scheme and sales commission scheme Why This Role Exists Serve Legal is entering a new chapter: evolving beyond compliance auditing into AI enabled,...

First Point Group is recruiting for a Core Network Engineer (Ericsson/Nokia) with specific previous experience working on Virgin Media / VMO2 and/or BT/EE networks and projects. The successful candidate will have extensive experience within operational support, optimisation, and evolution of a next-generation IMS and 5G core network. This is a fully remote role based on a daily rate...

Machine Learning Engineer - Contract (Financial Services, Outside IR35) Duration: 6 months Rate: £650 - £750 per day IR35: Outside Location: UK / Remote We’re seeking an experienced Machine Learning Engineer to support a Financial Services organisation on an initial 6-month contract, working on production-grade ML systems that operate in regulated, high-volume environments. This role is...

Detail Design Engineer – Marine Projects Location: UK Remote Employment Type: Permanent or Contract Are you passionate about delivering precision engineering solutions? Belcan is looking for a Detail Design Engineer with expertise in either Outfit, Structural, Piping, or Electrical design to join our Naval team. Belcan then has the role for you! Key Responsibilities Detailed Engineering...

Senior Systems & Regulatory Software Engineer Medical Devices | High Salary or High-Rate Contract | Kent | Remote We are seeking an experienced Technical Expert to join our global team, working with active medical devices under MDR 2017/745 and ISO 13485 standards Electrionics device and audit experience is recognised. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from...

Civil Engineering Assistant CPL have partnered with Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) to recruit for Civil Engineering Assistants (PTO Grade) to join their team on a temporary contract, with possibility of extension. · Pay Rate - £17.43 per/hr · Location – DfI TRAM – Multiple Locations · Benefits – 37 days holiday per annum · Hours – 37 hours per week Multiple locations...

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer (Refrigeration) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Location: Remote - Based anywhere in the UK (Head office is based in Leicestershire) Salary: circa £75K plus company car or cash allowance & benefits & performance bonus Industry: Industrial Cooling & Refrigeration PRS Engineering has engaged with a key client and a leading Industrial Cooling & Refrigeration...

You will use your development skills to deliver innovative solutions that help our clients improve the services they provide.

You will be responsible for team decisions, engage with multiple teams, and contribute to key decisions while providing solutions to problems for your immediate team and across multiple teams.

Lead Electrical Protection Engineer 6 month contract initially Inside IR35 – Remote working 40 hours per week Job Summary: The preferred candidate is responsible for design preparation based on customer specification, conduct engineering activities from design stage until site commissioning and acts as a technical interface between customer and technical community. In-depth hands-on...

Systems Engineer – Surface Ships Location: Dorchester, Dorset, England Salary: Competitive Market salary Package Includes: • Career Development and Training • Employee pension contribution is matched 1.5 times by TKMS Atlas to a maximum of 10.5% ER contribution • 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years) • Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme •...

HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEER – CONTRACT 12 MONTHS – CHRISTCHURCH DORSET / HYBRID 3 days on site As a Human Factors Specialist supporting the TRINITY (Battlefield Communications) Programme, you will assist in delivering User-Centred Design and Integration activities. This could include assessing Commercial-Off-The-Shelf equipment against system requirements / user needs; engaging with users to...

Safety Engineer (Senior / Principal) – Contract – INSIDE Location: Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester DT2 8ZB On-site: 3–4 days per week (flexibility available) Duration: 6 months initially, likely extension to 12 months Clearance: Must be eligible for UK SC Clearance Overview: We are seeking a Safety Engineers at Senior or Principal level to support a growing portfolio of...

Systems Engineer – Surface Ships Location: Dorchester, Dorset, England Salary: Competitive Market salary Package Includes: • Career Development and Training • Employee pension contribution is matched 1.5 times by TKMS Atlas to a maximum of 10.5% ER contribution • 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years) • Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme •...

HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEER – CONTRACT 12 MONTHS – CHRISTCHURCH DORSET / HYBRID 3 days on site As a Human Factors Specialist supporting the TRINITY (Battlefield Communications) Programme, you will assist in delivering User-Centred Design and Integration activities. This could include assessing Commercial-Off-The-Shelf equipment against system requirements / user needs; engaging with users to...

Job Description Highways Lighting Design Engineer – National Highways SDF Rate: £40–£50 per hour (Umbrella) – negotiable based on experience Location: UK-wide (Flexible – offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and others) Contract: Long-term (aligned with the National Highways Scheme Development Framework) Hours: 40 hours per week (flexible working arrangements) About the...

Safety Engineer (Senior / Principal) – Contract – INSIDE Location : Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester DT2 8ZB On-site: 3–4 days per week (flexibility available) Duration : 6 months initially, likely extension to 12 months Clearance : Must be eligible for UK SC Clearance Overview: We are seeking a Safety Engineers at Senior or Principal level to support a growing portfolio of...

Job Description Senior Technical Author – London Industry: Defence, Maritime & Advanced Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Security: UK Security Clearance required Summary - Recruiting on behalf of a leading defence and advanced engineering organisation - Opportunity to join an established Technical Authoring function supporting complex hardware and software systems - Role involves...