Software Engineer

Saffron Walden
3 months ago
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Our client is a rapidly growing technology company specialising in advanced AI-driven solutions is seeking a Software Engineer to join its expanding development team.

This is a hands-on role offering significant autonomy and the chance to work across the full lifecycle of innovative products - from early-stage prototypes through to fully deployed systems.

You will contribute to a wide range of technically challenging projects, helping to develop new technologies that address real-world problems in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop software for both prototype systems and production-ready applications
Work across multiple concurrent projects with varying technical requirements
Collaborate closely with engineers across disciplines, including hardware and systems teams
Rapidly learn and apply new tools, languages, and technologies
Contribute to problem-solving throughout all stages of the development lifecycle
Support software used for controlling hardware platforms, sensors, or custom devicesEssential Requirements

Strong academic background (2:1 or above) in a STEM discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering)
Proven ability to solve complex or ambiguous technical problems
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong motivation to learn new tools and technologies quickly
Working knowledge of PythonDesirable Skills (Not Essential)

Experience interfacing software with hardware or embedded systems
Familiarity with computer networking
Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Understanding of machine learning, statistics, optimisation, or algorithm development
Experience developing mobile applications (iOS and/or Android)What's on Offer

Opportunity to work across the full prototype-to-product development cycle
Exposure to a wide range of technical domains
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