Software Engineer (Java/React)

Company: Anaplan
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the Platform & AI Enablement team within our GPTO Engineering, Orchestration, and Data organization, based in our Manchester, UK (hybrid) office. The team builds core capabilities that power our data infrastructure, enabling scalable, resilient, and intelligent systems to support enterprise‑scale Business Planning Software solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and ship enterprise‑grade applications that serve thousands of tenants and tens of thousands of customers.
  • Write high‑quality, well‑tested code in Java and React, delivering features from idea to production in fast release cycles.
  • Collaborate daily with engineers, designers, and product managers to iterate quickly while keeping long‑term maintainability in mind.
  • Apply engineering best practices in code reviews, pair programming, and design discussions, helping to raise the bar for quality.
  • Contribute to our API‑first platform, ensuring consistency, reliability, and developer‑friendly design across services.
  • Take pride in building software that is robust, secure, and scalable, while championing automation and CI/CD in every step of delivery.
  • Be an active voice in shaping solutions, bringing ideas to the table, and collaborating openly without ego.

Qualifications

  • Hands‑on software engineering experience with Java and React as core strengths.
  • Proven track record of delivering enterprise‑scale applications in collaborative team environments.
  • Strong knowledge of APIs, event‑driven systems, and data‑centric architectures.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and daily release workflows.
  • Experience working in environments where quality, security, and performance cannot be compromised.
  • Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multiple teams and communicate clearly in fast‑moving projects.
  • Genuine passion for software engineering as a craft—you code because you love it, not just as a job.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience scaling systems that support large multi‑tenant customer bases.
  • Polyglot mindset, using the right tool for the job when needed.
  • Enjoy mentoring junior engineers through pair programming, design input, or sharing best practices.
  • Thrives in fast‑paced, high‑velocity environments without cutting corners on quality.
  • Curiosity for new technologies and approaches, always looking for ways to improve how we build software.

Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Statement

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equitable benefits and all privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Posted: May 25th, 2026