Software Engineer

Gerrell & Hard Ltd.; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a motivated Software Engineer to develop an integrated engineering design platform. The role involves collaborating with engineers, integrating tools, and automating workflows, with a focus on C++/C#. The position offers competitive pay and flexible working arrangements, including potential hybrid options. Applicants must hold a NATO passport.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Motivated Software Engineer to build an integrated software platform.
• Strong proficiency in C++ or C# and Python required.
• Experience in managing substantial technical projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modules within the engineering design platform.
• Integrate software modules with a secure cloud compute environment.
• Automate existing manual workflows through robust software solutions.
• Collaborate within an agile, fast-paced team of engineers.

Skills

C++

C#

Python

Software design patterns

Clear communication

Education

STEM degree (2:1 or above)

Tools

AWS EKS

Vue3

TypeScript

Django

Job description

Software Engineer – Engineering Design Platform

Oxford - Some flexibility on the working times and potential for some hybrid working for the right candidate

£Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Join a rapidly growing, venture‑funded technology company developing next‑generation metal components and advanced microturbine engines. Our teams across the UK, Japan, and the US combine cutting‑edge engineering and high‑performance software to push the limits of design and materials innovation.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer to help build an integrated software platform that unifies internal and commercial engineering tools. This platform will enable rapid exploration and optimisation of microturbine designs, supporting performance improvements and fast scaling for new applications.

In this role, you will work closely with aerothermal and mechanical engineers to productionise internal code, integrate commercial simulation tools into C++/C# modules, and connect these components to automated cloud‑based workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modules within the engineering design platform
• Integrate software modules with a secure cloud compute environment
• Collaborate within an agile, fast‑paced team of engineers and technicians
• Automate existing manual workflows through robust software solutions
• Contribute to innovative problem‑solving for complex engineering challenges

Essential Skills

• STEM degree (2:1 or above)
• Strong proficiency in C++ or C# and Python
• Excellent grasp of software design patterns and best practices
• Clear communicator, collaborative, organised, and self‑driven
• Ability to independently manage substantial technical projects

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Vue3, TypeScript, Django, or full‑stack development
• Familiarity with AWS EKS deployments
• Exposure to machine‑learning or agentic‑AI pipeline development
• Understanding of FEA, CFD, aerothermal design, or turbomachinery principles

This position is only open to NATO passport holders