Software Engineer

Blaize; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Open culture

Impactful work

Growth path

Cross-disciplinary exposure

Job summary

Blaize is seeking a Software Engineer in Leeds to join a close-knit team. You will work with mentorship from day one and contribute to an energy-efficient AI platform designed for real-world deployment.

As you ramp up, you will build and maintain the Video Analytics library, collaborating across AI Development, Platform, and Solution Validation teams to deliver cross-functional solutions. We value curiosity, collaboration, and hands-on problem solving, offering a supportive environment where

Qualifications

• Exposure to at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, or similar).
• Basic understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Familiarity with version control concepts (Git).
• Comfortable reading and debugging code, even at a foundational level.
• Solid grounding in mathematics and analytical problem-solving.
• Curiosity about how systems and technology work under the hood.
• Collaborative, proactive, and open mindset - comfortable sharing ideas and working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Blaize's Video Analytics library and contribute to internal tooling.
• Ramp up on tooling, codebase, and processes with the Solutions engineering team.
• Collaborate with AI Development, Platform, Rapid Prototyping and Solution Validation teams on cross-functional work.
• Take on increasingly independent tasks as familiarity grows.
• Contribute to an open, collaborative team culture by sharing ideas and feedback.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Git

Algorithms

Data structures

Job description

About Blaize

Blaize (Nasdaq: BZAI) builds a programmable AI platform for inference in real-world environments. At its core, the Blaize Graph Streaming Processor (GSP) is a purpose-built, energy-efficient architecture for real-world AI inference, combined with GPU in a hybrid AI infrastructure that runs across the edge, cloud, and datacenter. Our platform powers computer vision, multimodal AI, and sensor-driven applications across smart cities, industrial automation, telecommunications, retail, logistics, healthcare, automotive, and defense.

Software Engineer

Leeds, UK

About The Role

Blaize is growing our Solutions engineering team, and we are looking for a Software Engineer to join a close-knit, multi-disciplinary group at the start of their career. This is a newly created role designed to bring fresh talent into the team, with strong mentorship built in from day one. You will work alongside experienced engineers who are genuinely invested in helping you grow, in an organization where every voice is heard regardless of tenure.

Our management style is open and collaborative - we encourage autonomy, welcome differing opinions, and make space for real discussion rather than top-down direction. No one is siloed away on a project; everyone has a voice.

What you’ll do

• Build and maintain our Video Analytics library, contributing to internal tooling and workflows that are already well-defined and established
• Work closely with the existing Solutions engineering team as you ramp up on tooling, codebase, and processes
• Partner with AI Development, Platform, Rapid Prototyping and Solution Validation teams as needed on cross-functional work
• Take on increasingly independent tasks as your familiarity with the codebase and workflows grows
• Participate actively in an open, collaborative team culture - sharing ideas and feedback freely

Requirements

Basic skills

Programming

• Exposure to at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, or similar)
• Basic understanding of data structures and algorithms
• Familiarity with version control concepts (e.g., Git)
• Comfortable reading and debugging code, even at a foundational level

STEM Fundamentals

• Solid grounding in mathematics and analytical problem-solving
• Ability to apply structured, logical thinking to technical problems
• Exposure to engineering or scientific methods through coursework or projects
• Curiosity about how systems and technology work under the hood
• Collaborative, proactive, and open mindset - comfortable sharing ideas and working as part of a team

Why Blaize

• Real mentorship: Learn directly from experienced engineers who are invested in your growth
• An open organization: Speak up, share ideas, and be heard - regardless of your level
• Meaningful impact: Work in an exciting, fast-moving industry with the opportunity to see your work reach real-world deployment
• Growth path: A clear runway through the IC track, with strong support to develop your career over the next 1-2 years and beyond
• Multi-disciplinary exposure: Work across a team spanning multiple backgrounds, locations, and projects with a shared purpose

Blaize is an equal opportunity employer. We pride ourselves on having a diverse workforce and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. We respect the gender, gender identity, and gender expression of our applicants and employees, and we honor requests for preferred pronouns. It is our policy to comply with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination and equal opportunity.