IoT Backend Engineer: Prototyping, Cloud & APIs

cThings Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated support and mentoring

Opportunities to lead and define products

Solid work-life balance

22 days holiday

Contributory company pension scheme

Job summary

cThings Limited in Cambridge is looking for a mid-level software developer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge IoT devices and systems. The role involves tackling diverse software challenges, from firmware writing to machine learning analytics, and requires collaboration across all company areas to ensure effective problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, possess excellent Python skills, and have experience with cloud platforms and RESTful API development. Benefits include mentoring, opportunities for advancement, and a solid work-life balance.

Qualifications

• At least two years working as a software developer.
• Deep understanding of Python and best practice coding.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms, ideally AWS.

Responsibilities

• Help develop advanced IoT devices and systems.
• Work on diverse software challenges, including firmware development.
• Lead prototyping of products for usability and research activities.

Skills

Python coding skills

RESTful API development

Cloud computing platforms (AWS)

SQL (MySQL)

DevOps knowledge

Education

1st or 2:1 degree in computer science, engineering or scientific degree

Tools

Flask

FastAPI

Docker

Redis

Elasticsearch

Job description

cThings Limited in Cambridge is looking for a mid-level software developer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge IoT devices and systems. The role involves tackling diverse software challenges, from firmware writing to machine learning analytics, and requires collaboration across all company areas to ensure effective problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, possess excellent Python skills, and have experience with cloud platforms and RESTful API development. Benefits include mentoring, opportunities for advancement, and a solid work-life balance.