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As you'd expect for a software house, we have a huge number of opportunities within IT, from Java Software Developers to Application Support Engineers, and from Internet Developers to Test Analysts.
But it's not all IT. We also regularly recruit to roles in service management, client relationship management, finance and HR. You can find out more about the opportunities at CDL by browsing the job descriptions below.
But it's not all IT. We also regularly recruit to roles in service management, client relationship management, finance and HR. You can find out more about the opportunities at CDL by browsing the job descriptions below.
Work at CDL
As you'd expect for a software house, we have a huge number of opportunities within IT, from Java Software Developers to Application Support Engineers, and from Internet Developers to Test Analysts.
But it's not all IT. We also regularly recruit to roles in service management, client relationship management, finance and HR. You can find out more about the opportunities at CDL by browsing the job descriptions below.
But it's not all IT. We also regularly recruit to roles in service management, client relationship management, finance and HR. You can find out more about the opportunities at CDL by browsing the job descriptions below.
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Intermediate Data Engineer We're seeking an Intermediate Data Engineer to join our Insurance Retail department, supporting development squads with reliable, automated and cloud-ready data solutions. This role is suited to someone who can combine strong SQL, scripting and AWS experience with modern DevOps practices to build, maintain and improve data pipelines, data services and supporting infrastructure. AI is a key part of the role. You will be expected to use AI-assisted engineering tools responsibly to accelerate development, improve documentation, support analysis and identify opportunities to automate repeatable data engineering and operational tasks. Working closely with engineers, analysts, architects and stakeholders, you will help turn data requirements into maintainable, observable and secure solutions. You will maintain awareness of industry and technology developments, contribute to technical discussions, and support continuous improvement across data engineering, automation and operational practices. The role includes ownership of work throughout its lifecycle, from development and testing through to production support, incident resolution, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the department. About CDL CDL is one of the UK's leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company's robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace. We have built a collaborative and creative culture, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance our products, processes and decision-making. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company. In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients!
Intermediate Software Engineer - Java, DevOps & AI We're looking for an Intermediate Java Developer to join our engineering team. This role is suited to a proficient engineer who can deliver high-quality software, take ownership of features, and contribute to continuous improvement within their squad. You will work across Java development, DevOps practices, and emerging AI-driven approaches to support CDL's products and platforms. About CDL CDL is one of the UK's leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company's robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace. We have built a collaborative and creative culture, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance our products, processes and decision-making. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company. In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients! Why Join CDL Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale, cloud-native platforms Strong focus on engineering quality, automation, and modern practices Growing adoption of AI-supported development approaches Clear and transparent career progression framework Collaborative environment across squads and technology communities
Intermediate Platform Engineer Do you possess experience configuring and integrating cloud infrastructure services? Are you interested in improving efficiency and user experience through better performing applications? Would you like to be part of a collaborative engineering culture? We are seeking an Intermediate Platform Engineer with a background in cloud infrastructure services, automation and modern engineering practices. You will work with AWS technologies to build, maintain and enhance cloud platforms through Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines and operational automation. As a member of Platform Engineering Squad 3, you will be responsible for delivering and supporting platform capabilities that underpin critical business services. You will work closely with engineering, architecture and security teams to implement reliable, scalable and secure solutions while continually identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, automation and user experience. You will also utilise modern AI-assisted engineering tools, including Kiro, GitLab Duo and Microsoft Copilot, to accelerate delivery, automate repetitive tasks, improve code quality and documentation, and enhance operational effectiveness. We are looking for engineers who are comfortable embracing emerging technologies and applying them pragmatically to solve real business and technical challenges. About CDL CDL is one of the UK's leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company's robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace. We have built a collaborative and creative culture, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance our products, processes and decision-making. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company. In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients!
Senior Business Analyst We are looking for a technically minded Senior Business Analyst who is comfortable operating at the intersection of business analysis, systems analysis and software delivery. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with developers, architects and product teams to understand complex systems, investigate issues, analyse application behaviour, and help shape technical solutions. This role requires someone who is naturally curious, willing to explore source code when required, leverage AI-assisted development tools, and rapidly build an understanding of complex platforms and integrations. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring solutions are both technically feasible and aligned to business outcomes. There is also a requirement to interact with clients and CDL teams across the business. About CDL CDL is one of the UK's leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company's robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace. We have built a collaborative and creative culture, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance our products, processes and decision-making. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company. In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients!
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At CDL, we source candidates directly and on occasion we will, upon invitation, use a specified list of preferred suppliers to help support us in sourcing candidates for particular roles.
We don't accept any speculative CVs from recruitment agencies or suppliers who are not part of our preferred supplier list, and we only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team.
We don't accept any speculative CVs from recruitment agencies or suppliers who are not part of our preferred supplier list, and we only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team.
At CDL, we source candidates directly and on occasion we will, upon invitation, use a specified list of preferred suppliers to help support us in sourcing candidates for particular roles.
We don't accept any speculative CVs from recruitment agencies or suppliers who are not part of our preferred supplier list, and we only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team.
We don't accept any speculative CVs from recruitment agencies or suppliers who are not part of our preferred supplier list, and we only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team.
We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to CDL or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, CDL reserve the right to contact these candidates directly and have discussions with them without paying any agency fees.
Thank you for your co-operation. All agency enquires should be directed to the CDL Recruitment Team on hremail@cdl.co.uk
Thank you for your co-operation. All agency enquires should be directed to the CDL Recruitment Team on hremail@cdl.co.uk
We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to CDL or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, CDL reserve the right to contact these candidates directly and have discussions with them without paying any agency fees.
Thank you for your co-operation. All agency enquires should be directed to the CDL Recruitment Team on hremail@cdl.co.uk
Thank you for your co-operation. All agency enquires should be directed to the CDL Recruitment Team on hremail@cdl.co.uk
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