Software Engineer - Build System

Fractile; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Bristol is seeking a Software Engineer -- Build System to develop robust CI/CD pipelines and manage containerised environments. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of software engineering experience, strong proficiency in Docker and Kubernetes, and a degree in Computer Science or Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies and contribute to rapid innovation.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in Software Engineering or Infrastructure Engineering.
• 3 years developing tools or systems for developers.
• Strong background in containerisation and orchestration.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Bazel.
• Manage containerised environments with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Administer cloud infrastructure for high-velocity workflows.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines design

Containerization with Docker

Orchestration with Kubernetes

Scripting in Python

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Bazel

GitHub Actions

Job description

Driving Infrastructure for the Future of AI Acceleration.

We're building cutting-edge AI accelerator solutions, spanning hardware and software, and we're looking for a Software Engineer -- Build System to help us scale fast, build smart, and stay ahead of the curve. You'll deploy leading technologies to create a modern, scalable development infrastructure—one that empowers our teams to move quickly and innovate confidently.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions and Bazel
• Manage and scale our containerised environments with Docker and Kubernetes
• Work closely with hardware and software engineers to streamline the entire development lifecycle
• Optimise builds, testing, and deployment for complex, performance-critical systems
• Administer cloud infrastructure to support high-velocity development and deployment workflows

What You Bring

• 5 years experience in Software Engineering or Infrastructure Engineering
• 3 years of experience with building tools or systems for developers
• Strong background in containerisation and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience building and maintaining advanced CI/CD pipelines for large-scale products
• Proficiency with Bazel, GitHub Actions, and modern cloud services
• Scripting and automation skills in Python
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Additional Skills

• Familiarity with C/C++
• Experience working with machine learning pipelines or large language models
• Knowledge of build systems for complex, multi-language projects