Python Software Developer (tool Flow Development - AI Hardwa

microTECH Global Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Python Software Developer for a 6-month contract focused on developing software tool flows for AI hardware. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and maintain automation flows and ensure efficient hardware development. This is a remote role, with the requirement to attend the Cambridge or Bristol site on Day 1 for onboarding and equipment collection.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in Python software development.
• Experience building automation, tooling, or workflow software for hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise Python-based tool flows for AI hardware.
• Build automation frameworks for data processing and verification workflows.
• Integrate tools with existing EDA environments and CI/CD frameworks.

Skills

Python software development

Automation and tooling development

CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)

Problem-solving

Tools

EDA tools

Version control (Git)

Scripting languages (Bash, Tcl)

Job description

Python Software Developer (Tool Flow Development – AI Hardware)

Contract: 6‑month contract
Engagement: Inside IR35
Location: Remote (UK candidates only)
On‑Site Requirement: Must attend Cambridge or Bristol site on Day 1 to meet the team and collect equipment
Start: ASAP

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Python Software Developer to support the development of software tool flows used in next‑generation AI chip hardware design. You will work closely with hardware engineers, toolchain specialists, and cross‑functional engineering teams to build, enhance, and maintain automation flows, data pipelines, and development tools that accelerate hardware development cycles. This is a remote role with a mandatory Day 1 on‑site visit for laptop collection and onboarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimise Python‑based tool flows supporting AI hardware and silicon development.
• Build robust automation frameworks for data processing, simulation, testing, and verification workflows.
• Integrate tools with existing EDA environments, internal build systems, and CI/CD frameworks.
• Collaborate with hardware designers and verification teams to understand workflow requirements and deliver effective software solutions.
• Troubleshoot toolchain issues and contribute to improving development efficiency across the hardware organisation.
• Produce high‑quality, well‑documented, and maintainable code following best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong professional experience in Python software development (3+ years desirable).
• Demonstrable experience building automation, tooling, or workflow software for hardware, silicon, or embedded development.
• Familiarity with EDA tools, hardware design concepts, or related engineering workflows.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, version control (Git), and code quality principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving ability and ability to collaborate in cross‑disciplinary engineering teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI chip, accelerator, or SoC development environments.
• Knowledge of hardware description languages (Verilog, VHDL) or hardware verification flows.
• Experience with scripting languages beyond Python (e.g., Bash, Tcl).
• Background in high‑performance computing or data pipeline automation.

Additional Requirements

• Must be based in the UK and eligible to work under an inside IR35 contract.
• Must be able to attend Cambridge or Bristol on Day 1 for equipment pickup and team.