ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN!
Entry Deadline: Friday 15 January
Awards Ceremony: May 2027
Celebrating the people, teams and technologies transforming the future through AI and software innovation
Following a hugely successful inaugural year, the AI and Software Development Awards return to celebrate the organisations, teams and individuals transforming the technology landscape. From pioneering AI solutions to exceptional software development projects, the awards shine a spotlight on the innovation, creativity and technical excellence driving the industry forward. As the sector continues to evolve at pace, these awards recognise those leading the way and shaping what's next.
View the categories below, including some new ones for 2027!
Company Categories
- **NEW** AI or Software Startup of the Year
- Best Place to Work in Software
- Most Innovative UK Software Company
Tools and Product Categories
- **NEW** Best AI Development Platform or Framework
- **NEW** Best AI Security, Governance or Risk Tool
- **NEW** Best Developer Productivity Tool
- **NEW** Best Business Automation or AI Workflow Platform
- **NEW** Best User-Facing AI Application
- Best AI Agent Platform
- **NEW** Best Enterprise AI Infrastructure Project
- Best Software Automation Project
- Best Use of AI and Machine Learning in Development
- Best Use of AI in Security
- Best Use of DevOps, DataOps or GitOps
- Edge/IoT Software Project of the Year
- Innovation of the Year
Individual Categories
- Data Scientist of the Year
- Developer of the Year
- DevOps Practitioner of the Year
- Software Leader of the Year
- Software Rising Star of the Year
View the 2026 highlights
In 2026, the AI and software development industry came together for the inaugural AI and Software Development Awards, celebrating the people, projects, and technologies shaping the future of innovation. Following an outstanding first year, take a look at the highlights below and see what's in store for 2027.
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