Overview

Join Esri's team of passionate and technical engineers in our UK Research and Development centers, designing and building new geospatial tools as web services.

We need candidates that are technically driven, are effective communicators, and possess the initiative to tackle challenging problems. In return we will provide you with the support you need to achieve a meaningful and successful long-term career in software engineering. You will have the chance to work across several technical areas and teams, using technologies such as Rust, AWS, Jenkins, Docker, JavaScript, Open API/Swagger, Git and many more.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Cardiff area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Build modern web services with Rust
• Collaborate with other engineers throughout the development process
• Design, develop, and test code
• Communicate your design and implementation decisions

Requirements

• 2+ years of proven team-based software development experience (including commercial or educational projects)
• Fluent in and passionate about Rust
• Interest in designing easy to use APIs
• Enthusiasm for quality software engineering
• Smart, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or related field
• Existing work authorization for United Kingdom

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with C++ or JavaScript
• Familiarity in designing and developing RESTful web services
• Experience in using Git source control
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform or AWS is helpful but not required
• Familiarity with GIS applications and technologies an advantage
• Understanding of Test-Driven Development

Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is £36,000 - £61,200

About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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Requisition ID: 2026-3904

Available in

Cardiff, UK

Job Category

Software Development and Engineering

Role Type

Individual Contributor

Experience Level

Early Career