Senior Software Engineer - Python / Data Systems

Principle HR; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Python Developer in Cambridge to build and maintain software for data collection systems. The ideal candidate will have strong Python skills, expertise in Linux, and experience with RESTful APIs. This is a 12-month contract, fully onsite, with an attractive salary range of £90,000-£110,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Python development.
• Linux and shell scripting expertise.
• Proven experience with RESTful APIs and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Python-based software for data collection systems.
• Integrate prototype devices into existing pipelines.
• Debug and troubleshoot onsite when systems need attention.
• Deploy, test and improve distributed platforms.

Skills

Python development

Linux

Shell scripting

RESTful APIs

Distributed systems

Problem-solving

Tools

SQL

NoSQL

FastAPI

React

Job description

The Offer

• Salary: £90,000-£110,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• 12-month contract - PAYE - inside IR35 - Paid on a weekly basis
• Location: Cambridge - Fully onsite - non-negotiable
• Weekly payroll through Principle HR

What you'll do

• Build and maintain Python-based software for data collection systems
• Work with prototype devices (smart glasses, VR headsets) and integrate them into existing pipelines
• Debug and troubleshoot onsite when systems need attention
• Deploy, test and improve distributed platforms handling audio/video streams
• Collaborate with engineers and researchers to make data processing faster and smarter

What we\'re looking for

• Strong experience in Python development (this is your main language)
• Linux and shell scripting expertise
• Proven experience with RESTful APIs and distributed systems
• A problem-solver who enjoys getting stuck into technical challenges

Nice to have

Database skills (SQL/NoSQL), internal UI development, audio/video streaming knowledge, FastAPI, React, or systems administration.

Interested?

If this sounds like the right next step in your career, apply now through Principle HR and we\'ll be in touch.