Software Engineer

Electus Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment firm is looking for a Software Engineer in North Somerset to work on R&D applications. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in Python and C++, and experience with GUI development and AI tools. This fixed-term contract position offers the chance to work on high-impact projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python and C++.
• Experience with PyTorch or similar machine learning frameworks.
• Skilled in GUI development with frameworks like PyQt or Tkinter.
• Knowledge of real-time data processing and multithreaded applications.
• Comfortable working in Linux and Windows environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools like GitHub.
• Able to use AI tools for code development.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Must be a UK national eligible for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of R&D software applications.
• Design and implement software for prototype systems.
• Integrate AI models with hardware systems.

Skills

Python

C++

PyTorch

GUI development

Real-time data processing

Linux

DevOps tools

AI tools

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Software Engineer – Python/C++ | R&D Applications

Join a high-priority, multidisciplinary R&D team where your expertise in Python, C++, GUI development, and real-time data processing will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge sensing and intelligent systems. You’ll play a key role in creating prototype and customer-focused applications that support advanced technology demonstrations and trials.

Work in a collaborative and innovative environment based in North Somerset, where rapid development and experimentation are encouraged. This role involves working within multidisciplinary project teams, developing user and application software that will integrate with physical hardware systems and prototype technologies, designed for a well-defined user base.

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the development of R&D software applications. You’ll be involved in designing and implementing software for prototype systems, integrating AI models, and working closely with hardware teams to deliver complete solutions.

About You – Key Skills & Experience

• Strong proficiency in Python and C++
• Experience with PyTorch or similar machine learning frameworks
• Skilled in GUI development (e.g., PyQt, Tkinter) and webUI frameworks
• Knowledge of real-time data processing and multithreaded applications
• Comfortable working in Linux (Ubuntu, Raspbian, Yocto) and Windows
• Familiar with DevOps tools (e.g., GitHub) and backlog management
• Able to use AI tools to support code development
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Must be a UK national, eligible for security clearance

Overview

• Job Title: Software Engineer – Python/C++
• Main Skill: R&D Applications Development
• Location: North Somerset
• Salary: Competitive, dependent on qualifications and experience

Key Skills

Python, C++, PyTorch, GUI Design, Real-Time Processing, Linux, DevOps, AI-Assisted Development

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact R&D projects, contribute to advanced technology demonstrations, and collaborate with experts across disciplines in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of work undertaken, candidates must undergo pre-employment screening and be able to satisfy UK Security Vetting criteria to SC Level.

Recruitment Statement

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to several high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time.

Contract Type

This role is a fixed term contract position.