Manager - Software Engineer; Azure, Security & Compliance

About Us

At Squarcle, our people are at the heart of what we do. We’re a digitally native supply chain consultancy, helping clients transform how they plan, buy, and operate. Squarcle is a fast‑growing, award‑winning SME with offerings across enterprise design and change, supply chain and digital capabilities.

Transforming procurement and supply chains with expert insight, digital innovation and data‑driven precision, we combine deep supply chain expertise with cutting‑edge digital tools and data science to deliver practical, lasting results. Whether it’s optimising end‑to‑end processes, redesigning supply chain networks, improving cost‑to‑serve, or shaping smarter S&OP strategies – we work side by side with clients to build supply chains that are efficient, resilient, and fit for the future.

Our Technology Services department provides specialist technology support (software engineering, data analysis and engineering, architecture) to clients operating in fast‑moving global environments. The team is composed of technology subject matter experts who report to a manager and generate insight, analysis and recommendations that underpin client engagements and internal corporate projects. Whether working collaboratively or independently, each consultant is expected to engage with clients, both on‑site and remotely, to solve their most complex and high‑impact business challenges.

The Software Engineer reports to the Head of Software Engineering and will work on both client and internal projects. As a Software Engineer specialising in Azure services and Enterprise Integration Patterns, you will play a key role in designing and implementing cloud services and integration patterns that underpin our clients’ supply chain and operational systems. You will work both independently and as part of multi‑disciplinary teams, collaborating closely with consultants, architects and client stakeholders.

You will be expected to support solution design, lead technical implementation, troubleshoot complex integration issues and ensure robust, scalable, and secure cloud services.

• Design, develop, and deploy cloud‑native applications and integrations using Microsoft Azure services.
• Build and maintain solutions using Azure Service Bus, including queues, topics, subscriptions, and message routing.
• Implement event‑driven and microservices architectures that support high‑availability business operations.
• Develop APIs, functions, and automation workflows using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and related services.
• Collaborate with solution architects to refine technical designs and align solutions with business goals.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across distributed cloud environments.
• Contribute to technical documentation, design patterns, and best‑practice guidance.
• Work on‑site with clients when required, providing hands‑on support and technical expertise.
• Support the Test manager on all testing requirements within area of responsibility.

• Support business development by contributing to the development of proposals and tenders.
• Commit to continuous development by supporting the organisation of team events, training sessions and recruitment activities.
• Contribute to the development of Squarcle's propositions and internal knowledge base by sharing insights from client engagements.
• Stay abreast of the latest technologies and their applications within the supply chain and Defence sectors.
• Champion an inclusive team culture where diverse contributions are recognised and valued.
• Carry out other duties as specified by Engagement Directors and Performance Managers.

• 5+ years in software/integration engineering, with at least 2+ years building integrations in Azure or equivalent cloud environments.
• Proven experience using Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, Azure Event Management.
• Proven track record in delivering Enterprise Integration Platforms or ESB solutions at scale.
• Experience in multi‑system data integration (ERP, WMS, DMS, TMS, CRM, etc.).
• Knowledge of API Gateway and API lifecycle…