Software Engineer – Real-Time APIs & AI Planning Systems

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering tech start-up in Manchester is looking for a Software Engineer specializing in Real-Time APIs and AI Planning Systems. Join a close-knit team and contribute to the future of urban mobility through advanced AI applications. This role offers flexible hybrid work and a supportive culture focused on innovation and diversity.

Benefits

Share scheme

Agile working environment

Strong team culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience with real-time API systems, particularly in transport data.
• Background in Python and web development (Django/Flask, Node JS, React JS).
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop APIs for traffic signal feeds and live transport data.
• Support AI planning engine evolution using PDDL+ and Prolog.
• Work with authorities to ensure data integrity and usability.

Skills

API Development

AI Planning

Python

Web Development

Communication

Education

2:1 or above degree

Tools

Django

Flask

Node JS

React JS

PDDL+

Prolog

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16.06.2025

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31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Software Engineer – Real-Time APIs & AI Planning Systems

Location: Manchester or Huddersfield (Hybrid Remote)

A pioneering tech start-up working at the intersection of AI, transport, and geospatial data is seeking a Software Engineer with a strong foundation in real-time APIs and a passion for intelligent systems.

This is a rare opportunity to collaborate with one of the UK’s foremost academic experts in AI planning and scheduling, contributing to a transformative software platform being used to reimagine how transport systems are managed across the North of England.

If you're keen to work with cutting-edge AI, are comfortable navigating live data feeds, and want to help build smarter, more sustainable cities, then read on.

Your Role Will Involve:

• Developing real-time API integrations for ingesting and processing traffic signal feeds and other live transport data
• Supporting the evolution of a sophisticated AI planning engine built using PDDL+ and Prolog
• Working closely with a leading professor in AI planning to modularise and scale the current architecture
• Interfacing with public sector authorities and vehicle OEMs to ensure data integrity, usability, and responsiveness
• Contributing to a highly collaborative and mission-led tech team, blending cutting-edge research with real-world impact
• Strong experience designing and building real-time API systems – particularly involving transport or mobility data
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn PDDL+ and Prolog
• Familiarity with AI planning/scheduling systems or an academic interest in intelligent systems
• Background in Python and web development (e.g. Django/Flask, Node JS, React JS)
• Confident working with data from geospatial or traffic systems
• A 2:1 or above from university, plus 2+ years of professional software experience
• Excellent communication skills, especially when collaborating with technical and public sector partners
• An inclusive mindset – the team is actively seeking to improve diversity and welcomes applicants from underrepresented backgrounds

Why Join?

This is more than a job – it’s a chance to shape the future of urban mobility using advanced AI techniques. You’ll be joining an agile, close-knit company with a supportive culture and strong growth trajectory. There’s also a share scheme in place, meaning you’ll directly benefit from the company’s success.

If you're excited by real-time systems, intelligent planning, and working with leading minds on meaningful challenges, we’d love to hear from you.