AI Software Engineer — Mid-Level (Research-Driven)

RedTech Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health for family

Enhanced pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

RedTech Recruitment is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join a research-centric technology company in Cambridge. The role offers a hybrid work model with a Cambridge office available at least two days per week and a salary of £60,000–£80,000 plus benefits.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python, have strong knowledge of Python internals, experience with Docker, and a STEM degree. You will tackle complex problems and collaborate across researchers and engineers.

Qualifications

• Proficient Python programming.
• Strong understanding of Python concepts (decorators, generators, context managers, multithreading).
• Experience with Docker.
• Degree in a STEM subject.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and enhance innovative software products and platforms.
• Contribute to greenfield development and enhancement of existing systems.
• Prototype new concepts and evaluate technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers and stakeholders across disciplines.
• Analyze complex technical problems and develop robust solutions.
• Improve software quality, performance and scalability.
• Develop expertise across technologies and domains.
• Senior hires provide technical direction and mentorship.

Skills

Python

Docker

Multithreading

Analytical thinking

Production-ready code

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

None

Job description

RedTech Recruitment is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join a research-centric technology company in Cambridge. The role offers a hybrid work model with a Cambridge office available at least two days per week and a salary of £60,000–£80,000 plus benefits.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python, have strong knowledge of Python internals, experience with Docker, and a STEM degree. You will tackle complex problems and collaborate across researchers and engineers.