Software Engineer – Near Cambridge
My client, a fast-growing AI company based near Cambridge, is seeking talented Software Engineers to join a small but rapidly expanding development team. This is an opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects—from early-stage prototypes to fully developed products- helping to create new technologies that solve complex, real-world challenges.
This is a hands-on role offering autonomy, responsibility, and exposure to diverse technical domains across the full R&D lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Designing and developing software for both prototype systems and production-ready products
* Working across multiple projects concurrently and adapting to varied technical challenges
* Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineers to integrate software with hardware and wider system components
* Rapidly learning and applying new technologies
* Contributing to problem-solving throughout the development process
* Supporting software used to control hardware platforms, sensors, or custom devices
Requirements
* Strong academic background (2:1 or above) in a STEM discipline
* (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, etc.)
* Demonstrated ability to tackle difficult or ambiguous technical problems
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
* Willingness and ability to learn new tools, languages, and technologies quickly
* Working knowledge of Python
Desirable (Not Essential)
* Experience interfacing software with hardware or embedded systems
* Familiarity with computer networking
* Experience with deep-learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
* Understanding of machine learning, statistics, optimisation, or algorithm development
* Experience developing mobile applications (iOS and/or Android)
Suitable for both graduates and experienced engineers with strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn.
Role Details
* Location: Near Cambridge
* Working Pattern: Onsite, 5 days a week
* Eligibility: Full UK work rights required (no sponsorship available)
* Opportunity: Work across the entire prototype-to-product lifecycle in a fast-paced R&D environment
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