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# Graduate Software Engineer

- **Company:** High-growth Research & Technology Company
- **Location:** Saffron Walden, UK
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £50,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Algorithm Design, Amazon Web Services, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Software Systems, Google Cloud, Pytorch, Git, Containerization, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Build Tools, Software Version Control, Software Library, Docker, Programming Languages
- **Published:** May 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb246e718c655ecb43c624b192ffd0a322

## About the Role

* Highly motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn across varied technical domains
 * Recent 2:1 (or above) graduate in a STEM discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics)
 * Strong experience in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++)
 * Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Desirable

 * Experience with Python and familiarity with data science or machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
 * Interest or experience in signals, RF, or SDRs
 * Knowledge of version control (Git), containerisation (Docker), or cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)
 * Academic or project experience in ML, data science, or digital signal processing
 * Enthusiasm for working in a startup environment and taking ownership of initiatives

What's on Offer

 * Entry-level role with exposure to the full product development lifecycle
 * Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, dynamic R&D environment
 * Hands-on experience in software, data, and algorithm development within a scaling technology company
 * Work onsite near Cambridge with close collaboration across engineering, research, and product teams
 * Chance to contribute to impactful projects and take ownership of initiatives

## Description

My client is a fast-growing research and technology company near Cambridge, seeking a Graduate R&D Software Engineer to support a broad range of research and development activities. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for a motivated early-career engineer who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities

 * Design and develop innovative software solutions in collaboration with the engineering team
 * Build tools and methods for data gathering, preprocessing, and optimisation for machine learning and algorithm development
 * Oversee and maintain operational company systems (Linux-based)
 * Contribute across a broad mix of R&D, software, data science, and technical problem-solving tasks


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