Software Engineer (R&D Applications) Location: Outskirts of Bristol - North Somerset end
Salary up to £60,000 + Yearly Bonus + excellent company benefits
You must be Security Cleared or be eligible for SC Clearance and be a Sole British National
NexGen Associates are working with a fantastic client who is an innovative technology organisation working at the forefront of advanced sensing and intelligent systems development is looking for a Software Engineer to join their research and development function. This role sits within a specialist team focused on building prototype and proof-of-concept software solutions for cutting-edge applications – not production-line or volume commercial software.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys rapid R&D cycles, solving complex technical problems and turning theoretical concepts into functional demonstrators for real-world use cases.
The role:
Interpreting technical and user requirements to design and build bespoke software solutions.
Creating applications in Python and C++ for prototype systems and research programmes.
Designing and implementing intuitive graphical interfaces to support real-time data processing and visualisation.
Incorporating machine-learning models, including PyTorch, into applications for testing and evaluation.
Developing software for Linux-based platforms such as Ubuntu, Raspbian or Yocto.
Working closely with hardware, electronics and embedded specialists to integrate software into physical demonstrators.
Supporting customer demonstrations, trial environments and evaluation activities.
Requirements for the role:
Strong coding skills in Python and C++
Familiarity with machine-learning frameworks (PyTorch or similar)
Experience building GUIs (e.g. PyQt, Tkinter) and/or full-stack interfaces
Understanding of real-time data handling, multithreaded systems and performance-driven code
Comfortable working within Linux and Windows environments
Knowledge of DevOps tools and Git-based version control
Experience using AI-assisted development tools
Strong communication and technical documentation skills
Prototype experience working on transferring Software into Hardware products
Benefits:
~28 days holiday
~ Private Medical Cover
~5% Employers Pension Contribution
~ Tailored Training and Development