Software Engineer – Mid-Level or Senior

RedTech Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RedTech Recruitment is seeking experienced Software Engineers (mid-level to senior) to work on cutting-edge AI research projects in Cambridge. You will join a world-class team, designing and developing software that tackles complex real-world challenges with a focus on production-ready code and scalable systems.

The role offers hybrid working with a Cambridge office, a salary range of £60,000–£80,000 plus comprehensive benefits, and visa sponsorship is currently not available.

Qualifications

• Proficient Python programming
• Strong understanding of Python concepts (decorators, generators, context managers)
• Experience with Docker
• STEM degree required
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to write production-ready code
• Collaborative teamwork orientation
• Interest in complex technical challenges and data-driven systems

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and enhance innovative software products and platforms
• Contribute to greenfield development and enhancement of existing systems
• Prototype 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 various technologies and domains
• Senior hires will provide technical direction and mentorship

Skills

Python

Multithreading

Problem-solving

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Docker

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for experienced Software Engineers 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 would suit experienced software engineers looking to work on technically challenging projects within a research-driven environment.

Location: Cambridge office available (minimum 2 days per week in office)

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 basic per annum + comprehensive benefits package, including private health for family, enhanced pension, etc.

Requirements for Software Engineer – Mid-Level or Senior:

• Proficient programming ability in Python
• Strong understanding of Python concepts such as decorators, generators, context managers and multithreading
• Experience with Docker
• Strong academic background, including degree educated in a STEM subject
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to write high-quality, production-ready code
• Comfortable working both independently and within collaborative engineering teams
• An interest in complex technical challenges, data-driven systems and emerging technologies

Responsibilities for Software Engineer – Mid-Level - Senior:

• Design, develop and enhance innovative software products and platforms
• 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
• Senior hires will provide technical direction, mentor other engineers and contribute to higher-level technical decisions.

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

Please note: Our client is not currently able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

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