Software Engineer

Avanti Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering deep-science organization in Oxford is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop backend control software for advanced scientific systems. This hands-on role involves collaboration with scientists and engineers, requiring a strong background in Python and familiarity with compiled languages like Rust. The position offers a salary of up to £75,000 along with an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong professional background in Python software engineering.
• Experience with at least one compiled language (Rust, C, C++ etc.).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain backend control software for scientific systems.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to optimize performance.
• Apply strong software hygiene and testing practices.

Skills

Python software engineering

Rust or another compiled language

Linux environments

Containerised deployments

CI/CD pipelines

Proactive problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or another STEM field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

GitLab/GitHub Actions

Job description

We're representing a pioneering deep‑science organisation that designs and builds advanced scientific systems used by global research, defence, and industrial partners. The business has recently entered a major growth phase and is expanding its UK engineering team to support new programmes of work.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in developing the control systems that power highly complex physical equipment—translating experimental requirements into clean, production‑ready software.

This is a hands‑on technical role working closely with scientists and engineers to design elegant, maintainable software solutions that make a tangible impact in the real world.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain backend control software for advanced scientific systems.
• Collaborate with scientists, hardware, and systems engineers to architect and optimise performance.
• Develop tools and interfaces to manage experiments, data pipelines, and control sequences.
• Apply strong software hygiene, testing and CI/CD practices.
• Contribute to design reviews and mentor junior engineers.

Tech Environment

• Languages: Python (core), Rust (or another compiled language)
• Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, GitLab/GitHub Actions
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Methodology: Collaborative, high‑autonomy engineering culture

What We're Looking For

• Strong professional background in Python software engineering.
• Experience with at least one compiled language (Rust, C, C++ etc.).
• Proficiency with Linux environments and containerised deployments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern development workflows.
• A proactive problem solver with the ability to design structured, well‑engineered code.
• Degree (preferably Master's) in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or another STEM field.

What's On Offer

Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience + an excellent benefits package.