(Senior) Software Engineer

Toshiba EMEA; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Software Engineer or Senior Software Engineer to develop quantum communication systems at their Quantum Technology Centre in Cambridge. The role involves designing software stacks and device drivers, contributing to next-gen secure communication technologies in a collaborative engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Software engineering experience with systems programming languages.
• Excellent knowledge of C required.
• Familiarity with Linux and kernel space development.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain command and control software.
• Design and develop Linux device drivers for custom electronics.
• Test and debug systems within a multifunctional development team.

Skills

C

Linux

Rust

Networking

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

Toshiba Europe Limited has pioneered the development of quantum communication systems over the past decade, setting new standards for cryptography and data security. We are currently seeking a Software Engineer (or Senior Software Engineer, depending on experience) to join the growing team developing our products within Toshiba’s new Quantum Technology Centre, based in Cambridge, UK.

The successful candidate will play a leading role in the design, implementation and maintenance of the software stack for our new quantum communication products. In this role, you will develop both kernel-space device drivers and user-space command and control software (Linux environment), ensuring robust and reliable system operation. You will join a dynamic organisation, working within a diverse team of engineers, with the ability to make a significant impact and playing a major role in the development of next-generation secure communication products.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, build and maintain command and control software to orchestrate hardware and implement quantum communication protocols
• Design, develop and maintain Linux device drivers for our custom electronics and quantum-optic hardware
• Work closely within a multifunctional development team to test and debug systems
• Write technical design and test documentation
• Guide product development and overall systems architectures based on software engineering expertise, including participation in code reviews and mentoring other staff

Essential:

• Software engineering experience with systems programming languages
• Excellent knowledge of C
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn and develop in, Rust
• Strong familiarity with Linux and kernel space development (e.g. familiarity with custom device drivers)
• Detailed knowledge of networking, hardware interfacing and system programming (within Linux environments)
• Excellent programming and problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently debug issues
• Familiarity with software development practices from project conception through to test and maintenance, including best practices such as Git, unit testing, code quality automation, CI/CD etc.
• Motivation to work in a mutlidisciplinary product team, demonstrating excellent communication skills and time management to successfully drive projects

Desirable:

• Knowledge of multiple programming languages (e.g. Python, Bash, etc.)
• Experience of development for microcontroller platforms (e.g. STM32) and associated interfaces (e.g. i2c, SPI, UART, JTAG etc.)
• Experience with using custom PCBs, PCIe devices & FPGAs

• Experience in cyber-security, cryptography (including post-quantum cryptography, PQC) and/or systems hardening
• Software engineering experience in the communications industry
• Enthusiasm to learn new skills and pursue new knowledge, with a self-starter team-player mindset