Software Engineer

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI technology firm in Saffron Walden seeks a skilled Software Engineer to develop software for both prototypes and production-ready products. This position requires a strong background in a STEM discipline, proficient Python programming, and an eagerness to solve complex technical challenges. You will collaborate with engineers to integrate software with hardware and contribute to various R&D efforts. This role offers autonomy and the chance to work across multiple technical domains.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Eagerness to learn new tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for prototype systems and production-ready products.
• Collaborate closely with engineers on integrating software with hardware.
• Support software development for controlling hardware platforms.

Skills

Proficient in Python programming

Problem-solving

Autonomous work ethic

Eagerness to learn new tools

Education

2:1 or above in a STEM discipline

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Location: Saffron Walden

Type: Permanent

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm

Salary: Competitive

Job Reference: 35911

Our innovative and rapidly growing AI client in Saffron Walden is looking for a talented Software Engineer to join their expanding development team. In this role, you'll work on diverse projects, from early prototypes to fully developed products, helping to build cutting-edge technologies that tackle real-world challenges. This is a dynamic, hands‑on position that offers a lot of autonomy, responsibility and the chance to work across multiple technical domains.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for both prototype systems and production‑ready products, contributing to the full development lifecycle
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, solving a variety of technical challenges
• Collaborate closely with engineers to integrate software with hardware and other system components
• Learn quickly and apply new technologies to support various RandD efforts and technical challenges
• Contribute to problem‑solving and technical decision‑making at all stages of development
• Support the development of software for controlling hardware platforms, sensors or custom devices

Essential Requirements

• A strong academic background with a 2:1 or above in a STEM discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering)
• Proven ability to solve complex and ambiguous technical problems
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Eagerness to learn new tools, technologies, and programming languages quickly
• Proficient in Python programming

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with software‑hardware integration or working with embedded systems
• Familiarity with computer networking concepts
• Experience using deep‑learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Understanding of machine learning, statistics, optimisation or algorithm development
• Experience developing mobile applications (iOS/Android)

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below