Software Engineer II

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.

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Wood Mackenzie Values

• Inclusive – we succeed together
• Trusting – we choose to trust each other
• Customer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisions
• Future Focused – we accelerate change
• Curious – we turn knowledge into action

At Wood Mackenzie, we’re not just a data analytics company – we’re a force driving global change. With our expertise in natural resources and our innovative data analysis and visualization platform, we empower our customers to make billion-dollar decisions and lead the transition to a more sustainable tomorrow. Our presence spans the globe, and we’re on a mission to redefine possibilities.
 

Now, we’re inviting you to be part of this transformative journey as a Senior Software Engineer on our  AI Engineering team.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Step into a high-impact role at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and real-world challenges. You’ll research, design, and deliver innovative AI solutions that power our products and redefine industries. Collaborate with a dynamic, cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers. Your work won’t just make an impact – it’ll help shape the future of sustainable innovation.

Based in Edinburgh or nearby, you’ll work as part of our local team while being fully integrated into a global engineering group that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and diversity.
 

This is your opportunity to work on exciting, scalable, and robust solutions that drive change, all while honing your skills with the support of a forward-thinking team.
 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Innovate: Partner with our product team to solve customers’ toughest challenges with groundbreaking AI solutions.
• Lead: Break down complex problems into achievable iterations, mentoring junior engineers to deliver excellence.
• Build Smarter Systems: Develop CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment of our solutions.
• Collaborate & Improve: Work with teams using our platform and shape it with your feedback.
• Deliver Quality: Ensure the successful implementation of our roadmap with scalable, maintainable, and testable code.
• Grow Together: As a senior member of our team, your growth matters. We’ll support your journey toward new technical frontiers.

Why You?

• You’re a seasoned software engineer with experience building web services and working with AWS.
• You thrive in a high-performing team and embrace agile practices like TDD and paired programming.
• You know that building great software is about more than just code – it’s about communication and collaboration.
• You’re eager to explore cutting-edge technology and solve complex challenges.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in Python development and its ecosystem.
• Expertise in cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for scalable solutions.
• Knowledge of software architecture patterns, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins) and data engineering principles.
• AWS Bedrock experience is desirable but not mandatory – training will be provided. What we value most is a passion for learning and a commitment to solving complex problems. However, if you have any experience in a related product, do let us know.
• Bonus: Knowledge of data science techniques and AI frameworks.

Our Technology Stack

Here’s a glimpse into the tools we work with:

• AI & Cloud Platforms: AWS (including AWS Bedrock Claude Sonnet 3.5)
• Infrastructure: AWS (Lambda, ECS, Kubernetes), CloudFormation, CDK
• Frontend: TypeScript, React, Redux
• Backend: Python, NodeJS, C#/.NET, GraphQL, REST APIs
• Data Stores: DynamoDB, Redshift, Postgres, Elasticsearch, S3, Snowflake
• ETL Pipelines: Python-based

What Makes This Role Exciting?

• Be part of a global company leading the charge toward a sustainable future.
• Work in Boston while collaborating with a global engineering family that champions innovation, diversity, and teamwork.
• Explore the frontiers of AI in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Collaborate with talented professionals who share your passion for solving hard challenges.
• Make an impact on industries and businesses around the world.

At Wood Mackenzie, you’re not just an engineer – you’re a creator of solutions that matter. Together, let’s build a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov 

If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability, we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.