Independent software consultancy.

Huntingdon Research is an independent software consultancy led by a hands-on senior consultant with over 20 years of experience across web, mobile, cloud, and distributed systems.

We work with organizations to design, build, and modernize production systems — from early-stage platforms to highly regulated, large-scale environments — with a focus on clarity, maintainability, and long-term value.

We've worked with hundreds of amazing people

  • OpenText
  • Virgin Media O2
  • Collinson
  • Eurostar
  • Booking.com
  • J.P. Morgan
  • Sky
  • Applivity
  • Capgemini
  • Sainsbury's
  • The Access Group

Harnessing technology for a brighter future

We apply technology with care and intent, focusing on work that is practical, resilient, and grounded in real-world constraints.

OpenText

Case study

Enterprise SaaS systems in regulated environments

Delivery of production-grade SaaS functionality for highly regulated enterprise AI products.

Virgin Media O2

Case study

High-traffic e-commerce and API platforms

Re-engineering of customer-facing systems supporting online sales and acquisition.

Collinson

Case study

Greenfield platform delivery for global loyalty and travel services

Design and delivery of a new platform supporting airport lounge and loyalty services for a global customer base.

Joined at a critical point and immediately raised the bar. The balance between long-term architecture and short-term delivery made a tangible difference.

Senior Engineering Manager

Enterprise Software

Services - Practical engineering support for complex systems.

We work with teams at moments of change — helping them make sound technical decisions, reduce risk, and deliver systems that hold up over time.

  • System design & architecture. Designing and evolving systems that are understandable, resilient, and suited to real-world constraints — not just diagrams.
  • Application development. Building and extending production systems with a focus on correctness, maintainability, and operational clarity.
  • Platform modernization. Helping teams reduce legacy risk through careful refactoring, migration, and incremental improvement — without unnecessary disruption.
  • Technical leadership. Providing senior-level guidance on architecture, delivery, and decision-making when it matters most.

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  • Manchester
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