Backend Software Engineer Python Data R&D

Client Server

Cambridge, United Kingdom

4 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Languages

English

Compensation

£ 55K

Job location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Tech stack

JavaScript

C++

Continuous Integration

Embedded Software

Machine Learning

Software Construction

Anaconda

Backend

Glasgow Haskell Compiler

Job description

As a Backend Software Engineer you'll work on complex problems including image processing, machine learning, numerical simulation, user interfaces, databases, networking and interfacing with hardware. You'll be using a Python based tech stack but with constantly evolving technology that you'll be able to influence.

Requirements

You have strong backend software engineering experience with Python, including Python libraries such as PyTorch, NumPy
You have experience working with asynchronous, parallel or distributed systems
You have a good knowledge of at least one relational database e.g. SQL Server, Oracle
You have a good understanding of TDD, CI/CD practices and modern software engineering best practices
You have experience with embedded software and / or IoT
You are comfortable in an R&D environment
You have an interest and understanding of Machine Learning and AI
You are degree educated in a relevant STEM discipline
You're collaborative, comfortable with Pair Programming and mentoring more junior engineers
Ideally you will also have experience with some of the following: Anaconda, Mamba, Poetry, C++, JavaScript, Haskell, OCaml, Rust