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Software Engineer

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4 days ago
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Varied technical projects in software for defence / AI applications
This start-up defence company are developing technologies that utilise AI at the heart of their products. They are currently growing and are looking to recruit a number of roles including for a Software Engineer to join their team.
As their next Software Engineer hire, you would join a small, growing team that are working on early-stage prototypes as well as more mature product technologies. The position is fully hands-on and requires a good sense of understanding and experience for task prioritisation, as well as ability to work on projects concurrently.
Requirements:

  • 1st / 2.1 in Computer Science or similar (MSc or PhD would be desirable).
  • Extensive demonstrable experience using Python for complex prototyping and / or production code. Must have the aptitude to pick up new languages and technologies when needed.
  • Experience with hardware devices or sensors. Any experience with embedded systems, mobile OS or computer networking would be beneficial.
  • Experience with deep-learning frameworks (TensorFlow or PyTorch) would be desirable.
  • Exposure to computational statistics, algorithm development or machine learning optimisation would be a bonus.
    Due to projects being related to defence applications, candidates must be British nationals, resident in the UK for the past 5 years and eligible for security clearance.
    The offices are based south of Cambridge and this role would require candidates to be based fully onsite. In return, as well as a competitive salary, you will get to work on interesting projects that will challenge you technically and allow you to develop your skills and knowledge with like-minded engineers.
    Keywords: Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Sensors, Embedded Systems, Hardware Interface, Mobile OS, Algorithms, Statistics, Machine Learning, Defence, Security Clearance, Start Up
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