We are community-led tech recruiters, delivering diverse talent and world-class customer experiences.

TRUST IN SODA

Welcome to Trust in SODA, your go-to recruitment specialist for all things DevOps, Software Engineering, Cloud and Infrastructure, Data, and GTM (Go-to-Market). Whether you’re looking for your perfect tech job or hoping to hire best-in-class candidates, our consultants have you covered.

For the last 10 years, we’ve been shaking up recruitment with our community-led approach to talent. As a certified B Corp, we’ve had the pleasure of supporting the world’s businesses with sustainable, personalised, outcome-focused recruitment services across the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Germany, and the USA.

Let’s talk tech. We’re here to build meaningful, long-term partnerships with our clients, candidates, and communities, underpinned by a commitment to our group’s mission: to build diversity, create inclusion and encourage workplace innovation.  

Trust in SODA have been unlike any other partner we have worked with in bringing the top talent into the business. They go to pains to get to know the business drivers across our wide range of apps, get to know the people, and build an informed opinion on what is going to work and what isn't, overlaying their market expertise with business needs. They deliver, every single time.

 

Ann Roberts, Chief People Officer
Flo Health

OUR RECRUITMENT AND CONSULTING SERVICES.

When fluctuating demands make it tough to manage talent, you need an adaptable, cost-sustainable workforce solution. Precise, fast, compliant – Trust in SODA’s recruitment and consulting services are designed to help you thrive at a time of growing complexity. 

SODA Contract
SODA Search
SODA Energy
SODA Max
SODA Contingent
Nearshore Talent Solutions
Trinnovo Consulting

SODA Contract

Fully compliant contract / freelance payrolled resource. Hourly, daily, or statement of work solutions. We are fully compliant across all regions we operate in, including Switzerland, Germany, UK, Ireland and the US. 

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SODA Contract

SODA Contract

Fully compliant contract / freelance payrolled resource. Hourly, daily, or statement of work solutions. We are fully compliant across all regions we operate in, including Switzerland, Germany, UK, Ireland and the US. 

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SODA Search
SODA Energy
SODA Max
SODA Contingent
Nearshore Talent Solutions
Trinnovo Consulting

COUNT ON OUR COMPLIANCE TEAM.

We’re here to Reduce Risk and Alleviate Regulatory Pressures.

Turn data protection and regulatory adherence into strategic advantages. Our dedicated compliance function is equipped with the localised regulatory expertise necessary to help you stay ahead of changing industry standards. We are fully licensed across the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Germany and the USA, enabling us to support customers with cross-border talent acquisition.

We are committed to being a community-led recruiter. Our communities are SODA Social and Women in DevOps, as well as our Group communities Pride in Tech, Ex-military Careers, and Ethnicity Speaks.

SODA Social is our pioneering, innovative networking event and online platform, created to bring together technology experts for networking and knowledge-sharing. SODA Social events discuss and debate hot topics, market trends, and future opportunities within the world of technology.

Established in 2017, Women in DevOps is a global movement on a mission to close the DevOps gender gap and inspire the future leaders of the technology world. With over 18,000 followers, we bring together our community via our events programme, through our podcast series, and in our participation in the biggest technology conferences around the world.

Across our communities, our panellists and hosts are thought leaders from both global companies and the most exciting growth organisations within the technology sector.

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LIVE JOBS

Cumbria, North West, England
SC Cleared Network Engineer
Network Engineer6 Months initiallyOnsite: Barrow-in-Furness 4 days a week minimum Up to £650 per day Inside IR35ACTIVE SC Clearance REQUIREDAre you a seasoned Network Engineer with a passion for delivering business-critical work? My client a leading Consultant services organization is looking for a Network Engineer to join their team.Responsibilities:5 years of Network engineeringCreating Low Level designs from approved High Level DesignConfiguring core infrastructure components e.g. Data Centre Fabric, Access/Distribution Switches, routers, WAN, firewalls, load balancers, Authentication servers, Wifi controllers, management toolingPerforming impact assessments on large or complex networksSkills Required:4 years of Network engineeringNetwork Architecture / Architecture (Compute/storage/End User)Network Design (HLD/LLD); Cisco Networking (Routing/Switching)Data Centre NetworkingCisco ACI, Palo Alto, CiscoAuthentications, Network Management Load balancing; encryption
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Cumbria, North West, England
Network Engineer
Network Engineer (Active SC Required) Location: Barrow in Furness (Hybrid, 4 days a week) Duration: 6 Months Rate: up to £650 per day Inside IR35 Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join our dynamic Network Operations Centre team in Barrow in Furness. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in network engineering while working on both RUN and Project activities, collaborating closely with a team of talented Network Analysts. As a key member of the team, you will play an integral role in ensuring network performance, resolving incidents, and contributing to project-based initiatives. Your work will involve supporting and enhancing the capabilities of enterprise networks while gaining valuable professional development. Key Responsibilities:Troubleshoot and Configure Enterprise Networks: Utilize your expertise to diagnose and resolve network issues across a variety of enterprise environments.Incident Management: Take responsibility for network incident diagnostics and resolution, ensuring minimal disruption to service.Network Change Implementation: Support and implement network changes as required to optimize the network infrastructure.Project Support: Assist both internal and external project managers with network-related tasks, ensuring successful project delivery.Continuous Development: Enhance your technical skills and knowledge through professional training, certifications, and hands-on experience.Required Skills & Experience:Proven Network Support Experience: Strong background in supporting enterprise-level networks, with valid technical certifications that demonstrate your proficiency in networking.Expertise in Cisco ACI: Extensive experience working with Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) software-defined networks, including multi-site and multi-pod environments.Firewall Support: Proficient in supporting a variety of firewalls including Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA, and AnyConnect Remote Access.Advanced Troubleshooting: Skilled in identifying and resolving routing issues, with a deep understanding of protocols like BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.Comprehensive Networking Knowledge: Solid grasp of networking protocols, such as IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.If you are passionate about network engineering and are eager to contribute to a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to this exciting project. Important: This role requires an Active SC clearance
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Greater London, South East, England
Senior Data Engineer
Senior Data Engineer – OUTSIDE IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 3 months (with a view to extend) Location: 1 day every month in the London office Rate: £500 - £560 per day Outside IR35 Responsibilities:Collaborate with our clients to design and build modern data platforms using a variety of technologiesHelp lead the design and implementation of complex, cloud-based data ingestion and transformation pipelines Implement scalable and secure Data Lakes/WarehousesHelp drive effective development patterns and delivery practicesContinually improve with our internal development program, including mentoring and paid training/ certificationsSkills: PythonNifiSnowflake, SnowSQLSQLAirflowDBTETL, Spark
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Waterloo Front End Engineer
Job Specification: Frontend Engineer – Waterloo, Canada Company Overview: We are working with an elite, stealth-mode AI startup on a mission to empower humanity to shape the AI era. This company is building cutting-edge consumer-grade AI applications for daily information needs, defining a new category in AI technology. Unlike enterprise AI solutions, their products are designed for everyday users, making AI more accessible and intuitive. Backed by A16z with tens of millions in seed funding, this company boasts a world-class founding team from Google, Twitter, and Coinbase. The team has a strong track record of scaling consumer tech products. Previous ventures include Twitter (scaling from thousands to hundreds of millions of users) and Google Pay (growing from pre-product to 100M users). With a team of just 12 people and rapid expansion plans, this is an opportunity to join early, make a significant impact, and shape the AI landscape. Role: Frontend Engineer Location: Waterloo, Canada Start Date: By May latest Work Type: In-office (Waterloo hub) Salary: Highly competitive (adjusted for the Waterloo market, significantly above average) Equity Why Join?Be one of the first engineers at the new Waterloo hub, working alongside Professor Jimmy Lin, a leading AI expert and the company’s Chief Scientist.Join a team of ex-Google, ex-Twitter, and ex-Coinbase engineers who have successfully built and scaled global consumer products.Work in deep stealth mode on a mission-critical AI product backed by A16z.Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI applications in a consumer-focused environment.Directly impact product development in a high-growth startup with an ambitious vision.Key Responsibilities:Build and optimize high-performance frontend applications using React and Node.js.Collaborate closely with designers, backend engineers, and AI researchers to create intuitive and scalable user interfaces.Contribute to the product roadmap and help define the engineering culture at the new Waterloo hub.Ensure seamless deployment and production readiness for consumer AI applications.Work in a fast-paced, agile environment with an emphasis on rapid iteration and experimentation.Key Requirements:3-5 years of frontend engineering experience, ideally in consumer-focused tech companies.Strong proficiency in React and Node.js (Python knowledge is a plus but not required).Preference for University of Waterloo graduates due to their co-op experience and ability to navigate the local tech ecosystem.Ability to thrive in a startup environment and work autonomously as an individual contributor (IC)—no teams to lead, just hands-on coding and problem-solving.Experience with agile development, sprint planning, and deploying production-ready applications.Strong product sense—engineers who understand consumer needs and build with a user-first mindset.Interview Process:Initial Screening – Conversation with the hiring manager.Technical Coding Round – Assessment of frontend development skills.Potential 1-Day Paid On-Site Work Trial – To assess real-world problem-solving and team fit (to be discussed).Compensation & Perks:Highly competitive salary (above market for Waterloo, equivalent to Bay Area rates adjusted for location).Equity in a well-funded AI startup with significant growth potential.Work directly with some of the most accomplished engineers and AI experts in the industry.Be part of a company that is redefining the AI space for consumers.This is a rare opportunity to join an elite AI startup at its foundational stage, working on a product with mass-market potential and learning from some of the best minds in the industry. If you are a highly skilled frontend engineer with a consumer-first mindset and a passion for AI, we’d love to hear from you!
Joe DukesJoe Dukes
San Francisco, California, United States
Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack
(AI-Powered Video Creation Platform)Join a fast-growing AI startup that recently raised over $10 million in seed funding! Our platform empowers users to generate lifelike, expressive characters from simple text, images, or voice inputs, enabling the creation of talking and singing avatars in various styles. We are building cutting-edge technology for content creators, marketers, and storytellers, and we’re looking for top-tier engineering talent to help us scale.Who We're Looking For:We’re seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer who thrives in both startup and large-scale tech environments. The ideal candidate has:Experience at a FAANG company or a high-growth tech scale-up (e.g., Cruise, DoorDash) that went from startup to IPO.Experience working at a startup with fewer than 100 people—someone who understands the fast-paced, dynamic nature of early-stage companies.A background in AI, LLMs, or machine learning—or a strong interest in contributing to AI-driven products.4-5 years of full-time software engineering experience.Technical Skills:Frontend: TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Next.jsBackend: Python or GolangEducation:Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.Master’s and PhDs are welcome!Compensation & Location:Base Salary: $160K - $225KEquity: Meaningful stock optionsLocation: Hybrid (New York City or San Francisco)If you’re excited about building the future of AI-powered video creation and working in a high-impact role at a fast-growing startup, we’d love to hear from you! 🚀
Joe DukesJoe Dukes
California, United States
Product Engineer
Are you a Software Engineer that is looking to work on an ambitious / well backed tech project?You will work with a research company on a mission to create digital human beings - machines with fundamental human qualities that live, care, and grow with us.The team includes computational neuroscientists, AI researchers, and world-class engineers from top institutions and companies, working at the intersection of neuroscience, AI, and software engineering to push the boundaries of human-computer interaction.Why You Should Join Us:Build Cutting-Edge Tech – Work on human-like AI systems that blend machine learning, neuroscience, and advanced software engineering.Own the Full Stack – From seamless UX/UI to scalable backend systems, you’ll design, build, and ship frontier products.Move at Lightning Speed – Operate in a high-velocity, research-driven environment where rapid prototyping and iteration are key.Work with the Best – Join an elite team of engineers and researchers from top institutions, shaping the future of AI-powered digital beings.Who You Are:A proven product builder who has successfully shipped high-impact applications.A problem-solver with a keen eye for UX/UI and a deep understanding of scalable architectures.A fast learner who thrives on mastering new technologies and tackling uncharted challenges.A self-starter who takes ownership and drives innovation without waiting for direction.Someone who excels under pressure, making sound decisions in a fast-paced, ever-changing landscape.If you want to be part of a team redefining the future of AI and human-computer interaction, let’s talk. Help shape the next generation of digital beings!
Joe DukesJoe Dukes
Munich, Bayern, Germany
Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager opportunities – Drive Innovation in a Fast-Growing Tech CompanyLocation: Munich, Germany (Hybrid: 2 days onsite)About the company:Our client is a rapidly growing tech company that's making significant strides in the travel industry. They’re on a mission to deliver innovative solutions that support a dynamic network of users and internal teams.The Role:We're seeking Engineering Managers to lead cross-functional teams of approximately 4 engineers. In this role, you’ll spearhead the development of technical solutions that drive both user satisfaction and ambitious growth targets.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the functional and disciplinary leadership of your team.Collaborate with your engineers to deliver high-quality solutions in cross-functional projects.Work with cross-functional stakeholders to define goals and roadmap.Partner with product, design, and other key teams to understand business context.Collaborate with peers and senior technical leaders to influence strategic tech decisions.What You Bring:A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and a proven track record as a Software engineer, with experience in building backend and/or frontend applications.Proficiency in Java/Kotlin/Spring; bonus points for experience with JavaScript/TypeScript/React.Demonstrated technical leadership, including system design, goal setting, architecture design, task planning, and code reviews.Experience as an (informal) team leader with a knack for fostering a strong, collaborative team culture.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Whats on offer:Seize the chance to own the tech and be a key part of our company’s journey.Excellent salary mini-ownership stake with stock options worth 40% of your salary, putting real skin in the game.Get full control over your domain, leading your team while staying hands-on.Benefit from a discounted gym membership.Enjoy 28 vacation days plus public holidays.Flexibility to work remotely as and when you needIf you’re currently a hands-on Engineering Manager or a Senior Tech Lead informally managing a small team and eager to take the next step into management, we’d love to hear from you!Apply now to join a forward-thinking team where you can make a lasting impact!DE: 493031196755UK: 442033076824Email: yashica.bharvirkar@trustinsoda.com
Yashica Bharvirkar Yashica Bharvirkar
County Dublin, Ireland
DevOps Engineer
DevOps EngineerWe've been working with this business for quite some time to expand across a number of their engineering teams in Dublin. The current focus is on DevOps and they're looking to add a mid-level engineer to the team. You'll have a lead engineer to mentor you and help you get up to speed quickly whilst also being given the on the job training and freedom to step up to the senior level as quickly as possible. There's a big list of projects to get stuck into so it's certainly not somewhere you're going to be bored. They're looking for an engineer who comes from a systems engineering background and has worked extensively in AWS environments. Desire Tech Skills: - 3-5 years hands-on systems/DevOps engineering experience- Strong commercial experience in AWS environments and with a range of AWS services- Hands-on experience with Terraform and solid scripting skills- Strong systems and networking background- Any exposure to Docker & Kubernetes would be a big plus tooIf you'd like to apply, drop your CV across immediately or contact Adam Whitehurst at Trust in Soda for more info.
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OUR CUSTOMERS SAY GOOD THINGS ABOUT US

The SODA team have been great, quick to submit candidates, really responsive on interview requests and offers made. Great Service! Feedback score 10/10. 

Deloitte, Client

Always been very easy to work with, you listen to our requirements, ask the right questions and provide regular updates. You've been successful with a few of our hires over the last few year and made an impact to the teams as well as making my job a lot easier. Feedback score: 10/10.

G. Network, Client

Oliver did an amazing job on our introduction call - tbh I'm generally unimpressed with recruiting firms but Oliver quickly understood our priorities and was highly responsive. Feedback score 10/10. 

Virtasant, Client

Nathan listened, learned, adjusted and delivered, exactly as required, most in recruitment don’t understand this, Nathan just got it, impressive work. Feedback score 10/10. 

DR.PN, Client

Great company, great people, great results! Feedback score 10/10.

Zeal Network, Client

Adam Whitehurst is a great guy, very knowledgeable and gets our requirements. Feedback score 10/10. 

Fidelis Ireland, Client

Trust In Soda has provided create candidates for our company as we start up here in Ireland. It's been our single source of recruitment and we wouldn't be where we are today without the hard work put in by the team. Feedback score 10/10.

Onda.ai, Client

Dom is fantastic, and always now my first port of call when we begin hiring! Feedback score 10/10. 

Bupa, Client

Lauren Langdell made it a great experience!! She understood from minute 1 what I needed and was super quick finding the perfect person. She was always available, answered all my questions and made me and the candidate feel super attended all the time. Feedback score 10/10. 

Comave Global, Client

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