Software Engineer (Norwich, UK)
About this role
Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You
Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource. For more than 120 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.
Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. We are committed to building a workplace where we shape a more sustainable future, celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation. Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!
What You Will Contribute:
The Software Engineer provides support for cloud platform development and maintenance with regular oversight and mentorship. This includes performing testing and validation, assisting with system implementations, and participating in agile development teams focused on Badger Meter cloud-based software platforms.
Essential Job Duties
Development & Implementation
Design, develop and test software components for Badger Meter cloud-based software platforms
Write clean, maintainable code following established patterns and best practices
Assist with front-end and back-end development of user-facing systems
Support systems connected to deployed IoT hardware
Debug applications and resolve defects under guidance of senior team members
Participate in code reviews to maintain quality standards
Cloud Platform Support
Assist with maintaining and improving cloud infrastructure services
Support deployment pipelines and containerised applications
Help troubleshoot customer issues related to platform functionality
Document technical implementations and procedures
Collaboration & Learning
Actively participate in agile ceremonies and sprint planning
Collaborate with senior engineers to understand system architecture
Learn and develop expertise in product domain knowledge
Contribute ideas and feedback during technical discussions
Support customer success and field technician teams with technical queries
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
1+ years of software development experience or relevant education
Proficiency in JavaScript/Node.js fundamentals
Proficiency in REACT
Proficiency in Python
Understanding of version control systems (Git/GitHub)
Basic knowledge of cloud computing concepts
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance
Preferred Experience
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Familiarity with AWS services (Lambda, S3, EC2)
Knowledge of containerisation (Docker)
Understanding of CI/CD principles
Experience with Elastic Stack (ELK), PostgreSQL or MySQL databases
Knowledge of Java or PHP
What to Expect in This Role
Learning cloud platform architecture and product requirements
Gaining expertise in IoT data processing and real-time monitoring
Understanding DevOps practices and infrastructure as code
Building knowledge of multiple programming languages and tools
Developing skills in both independent work and team collaboration
Competencies
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives
Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others
Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Benefits
Competitive salary range, based on experience and qualifications
25 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
12 weeks of fully paid sick leave
Auto-enrolment pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option
Company-wide bonus scheme
Private medical insurance, including dental and optical coverage
Group life insurance for added peace of mind
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, provided by Headspace
Hybrid working options, supporting flexibility and work-life balance
Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
Annual health checks to support employee wellbeing
Company-sponsored social events are held annually.
Additional information
Type of Contract:��Full-time (37.5 hours / week)
Workplace type: On-site / Hybrid (three days on-site together with the team and two days working from home each week)
Working hours: While the role follows standard UK working hours 9am – 5pm, flexibility will be required to support meetings and collaboration with our US-based colleagues.
Location: Badger Meter UK | Business Centre Broadland Business Park Peachman Way Norwich Norfolk NR7 0WF
At Badger Meter, we see diversity and inclusion in all its dimensions as a strength of our globally operating organisation. As an equal opportunity employer, we make our personnel decisions regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, religion and belief, age, sexual orientation, national origin or disability.
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