Software Engineer – Golang

JobCubby; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health for family

Enhanced pension

Job summary

RedTech Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Software Engineer specialized in Golang to join a technically advanced AI-focused team in Cambridge. The role combines production-grade Go development with Python expertise in a research-driven environment.

The position offers a hybrid work pattern with Cambridge office presence and a salary of £60,000–£65,000 plus comprehensive benefits including private health and enhanced pension. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial software engineering experience using Golang / Go.
• Good working knowledge of Python.
• Excellent understanding of modern software engineering principles and practices.
• Experience developing high-quality, production-ready software.
• Strong academic background with a STEM degree.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative teams.
• Interest in complex technical challenges, data-driven systems and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and enhance software products and platforms using Golang and Python.
• Contribute to greenfield projects and enhancements of existing systems.
• Prototype new concepts and evaluate technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers and stakeholders across disciplines.
• Analyze complex technical problems and develop robust solutions.
• Improve software quality, performance and scalability.
• Develop expertise across technologies and domains.

Skills

Golang

Python

CI/CD

Distributed systems

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Docker

Git

CI/CD

JavaScript

TypeScript

Rust

C++

Job description

Software Engineer – Golang

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to join a highly innovative technology company at the forefront of advanced AI research and development. Working as part of a world-class engineering team, you will help design and develop cutting‑edge software solutions that tackle complex real‑world challenges. This role is particularly suited to a Software Engineer with strong Golang expertise who enjoys technically challenging projects within a research‑driven environment.

Location

Cambridge office available, minimum 2 days per week in office

Salary

£60,000 - £65,000 basic per annum + comprehensive benefits package, including private health for family, enhanced pension, etc.

Requirements for Software Engineer – Golang

• Strong commercial software engineering experience using Golang / Go


• Good working knowledge of Python


• Excellent understanding of modern software engineering principles and practices


• Experience developing high-quality, production‑ready software


• Strong academic background, including a degree in a STEM subject


• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills


• Comfortable tackling complex technical problems where there may not be an established solution


• Ability to work both independently and within collaborative engineering teams


• An interest in complex technical challenges, data‑driven systems and emerging technologies


• Experience with Docker, cloud environments, Git, CI/CD, JavaScript, TypeScript, Rust or C++ would be beneficial but is not essential

Responsibilities for Software Engineer – Golang

• Design, develop and enhance innovative software products and platforms, primarily using Golang alongside Python


• Contribute to both greenfield development projects and the enhancement of existing systems


• Prototype new concepts and evaluate their technical feasibility


• Collaborate with engineers, researchers and technical stakeholders across multiple disciplines


• Analyse complex technical problems and develop robust solutions


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software quality, performance and scalability


• Develop expertise across a broad range of technologies and technical domains


• Contribute to technical discussions and help shape engineering approaches and solutions

What the role offers

• The opportunity to solve genuinely complex technical problems where there is not always an obvious or established solution


• A high level of technical autonomy, with the freedom to explore new ideas and approaches


• The opportunity to specialise in Golang while working across Python and a diverse, technically interesting software environment

Please note: Our client cannot currently offer visa sponsorship for this role.

RedTech Recruitment Ltd focus on finding roles for Engineers and Scientists. Even if the above role isn’t of interest, please visit our website to see our other opportunities.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.