Software Engineer - Maths, Stats, Machine Learning

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in Southampton is seeking a Software Engineer with expertise in C++ and statistical methodologies. This role involves applying complex algorithms to programming tasks in a hybrid work environment, with flexible hours, and the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in software development, particularly in mathematical or statistical applications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics, Physics, or relevant field.
• Proven commercial experience with C++ programming.
• Experience in research and commercial software environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement complex mathematical and statistical algorithms in scalable code.
• Understand and apply findings from research papers.

Skills

C++ programming

Mathematical algorithms

Machine learning

Education

Degree in Mathematics or Physics

PhD in Maths or similar subject

Tools

MATLAB

R

Python

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Software Engineer - Maths, Stats, Machine Learning, southampton

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Client:

Spectrum IT Recruitment

Location:

southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Software Engineer required by a successful software company located in Southampton. The company requires a C++ Software Engineer to join a niche internal C++ software engineering team specialising in complex, statistical C++ software programming.

Hybrid working - generally 2 days per week in the Southampton office. Flexible working hours.

The successful Software Engineer will likely have a relevant degree in Mathematics, Physics or similar and will have proven commercial experience with C++ programming with a statistical or mathematical bias.

The successful Software Engineer will be tasked with understanding complex mathematical and statistical research papers and then implementing those algorithms in code in a scalable fashion.

Key experience

• Mathematical algorithms eg statistical / machine learning / econometric time series
• C++ programming on Windows and/or Linux

Any of the following would be advantageous

• PhD in Maths or similar subject
• Experience in both research and commercial software environments
• MATLAB
• R
• Python

This is an opportunity to join a highly successful, expanding company offering the chance to work on complex, interesting C++ programming in a relaxed atmosphere. If you are looking for an opportunity of this nature please get in touch.