Description
Our client is a leading research organization focused on advancing the future of virtual and augmented reality technologies. Their Audio Research team is dedicated to two transformative goals: creating virtual sounds that are perceptually indistinguishable from reality, and redefining human hearing. These innovations aim to foster deeper human connection across distances and enable seamless communication in challenging acoustic environments.
They are seeking a contract software engineer to support and enhance the software and systems used in their data collection lab located in Cambridge, UK. The role involves building software that interfaces with cutting-edge prototype devices and integrating them into a robust data collection platform.
You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of audio/video engineers, recording technicians, software engineers, and researchers across locations. The role requires strong communication and teamwork skills to scope, prioritize, and deliver high-quality, maintainable software.
Location Requirement: Onsite visits required (Cambridge city centre and Bourne)
DResponsibilities
Develop software for prototype wearable devices.
Improve efficiency, reliability, and accuracy of data collection processes.
Work with audio, video, inertial measurement, and other sensor equipment.
Deploy, test, and evaluate updates to distributed data collection systems.
Build and maintain system health monitoring tools.
Enhance tools for data validation and processing.
Debug onsite issues and perform root cause analyses.
Collaborate with engineers to triage issues, design solutions, and estimate work.
Promote engineering best practices across teams.eQualifications
Required:
BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
3+ years of professional programming experience.
Strong proficiency in Python for large-scale projects.
Experience with Linux and shell scripting.
Network maintenance and improvement skills.
Experience with distributed RESTful and concurrent systems.
Familiarity with FastAPI or similar Python backend frameworks.
Understanding of time-synchronization concepts.Desirable:
Experience with hardware multimedia sensors.
Knowledge of audio, image, and video formats.
Experience with relational and NoSQL/graph databases.
Familiarity with software/hardware testing frameworks.
Working knowledge of React or similar JavaScript frontend frameworks.
Experience with Windows systems administration.sKey Skills
Python
Linux
Shell scripting
RESTful APIs
Database systems (SQL and NoSQL)
UI development
Job Title: Python Developer - 8 -10 Years Experience - 5 Days In Office In London
Location: London, UK
Job Type: Contract
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