Software Engineer (Emerging Technologies)

Xibis Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Gloucester is looking for a Software Engineer specializing in Emerging Technologies. In this role, you'll support clients in sectors like defense and intelligence while working with advanced technical challenges. Candidates should have strong skills in Python or C/C++, an interest in technologies such as AI and a willingness to learn. UK Security Clearance is needed for this position.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills ideally under Linux.
• Interest in emerging technologies and security.
• UK Security Clearance or eligibility for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with technical challenges.
• Contribute to research and evaluation of technologies.
• Manage in-house infrastructure platform.

Skills

Programming skills in Python and/or C/C++

Familiarity with managing infrastructure

Good written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of security in system design

Interest in areas like AI/ML, Reverse Engineering

Willingness to learn new technical areas

Tools

Linux

AWS

Open-source hypervisors

Network-based storage

Virtualization

Job description

Overview

Software Engineer (Emerging Technologies)

Category: Analytics and Emerging Digital Technologies

Main location: United Kingdom, England - South West, Gloucester

Position ID: J0925-0845

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description

Would you like to work at the forefront of CGI technical innovation? Do you want to work with emerging technologies that could make a difference? Are you naturally inquisitive, creative and innovative, with solid technical foundations and a passion for problem solving?

We are seeking engineers with strong software and infrastructure skills to join CGI’s Emerging Technologies Lab in Space, Defence and Intelligence. You will help deliver novel solutions for our customers while growing your own skills in a supportive environment.

Your Future Duties And Responsibilities

• As a member of CGI’s Emerging Technologies Lab team, your mission will be to:
• Support clients ranging from law enforcement to the UK military in tackling some of their toughest technical challenges.
• Contribute to research, prototyping, and evaluation of emerging technologies.
• Manage and maintain the Lab’s in-house infrastructure platform, which provides:
• Virtualisation with open-source hypervisors
• GPU resources for accelerated workloads
• Network-based storage
• Work with AWS-hosted services where cloud integration is required.
• Ensure security is considered in all activities, from design through to delivery.
• Develop proof-of-concept software, perform technology assessments, or support the transition of solutions into delivery projects.

You will be encouraged to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion, while collaborating with colleagues in a fast-paced, research-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

• The ideal candidate will have:
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or C/C++, ideally under Linux.
• An interest or background in one or more of the following areas: Reverse engineering Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Edge processing RF systems Covert communications
• A willingness to learn new technical areas where direct experience is not yet developed.
• Familiarity with managing infrastructure (virtualisation, GPUs, storage, AWS) and a keen awareness of security in system design and operation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for sharing knowledge with clients and colleagues.
• The ability to work within a research-oriented culture, showing initiative even when deliverables are uncertain.

Due to the secure nature of the clients we work with, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or above. If you do not currently hold clearance, you must be eligible and prepared to go through the clearance process.

Skills

• English
• Network
• Python

What You Can Expect From Us

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You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.