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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** RedTech Recruitment
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £75,000.0 - £80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Python (Programming Language), Commercial Software, Software Construction, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Rust (Programming Language), Information Technology, Software Performance, Docker
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5886488329

## About the Role

* Strong commercial software engineering experience using Python
 * Personal Python projects outside of academic work would be highly desirable
 * Experience designing, developing and maintaining production-quality software systems
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to lead technical projects and contribute to architectural decisions
 * Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers
 * Comfortable working independently whilst collaborating within highly technical teams
 * Experience working with Docker and containerisation technologies
 * Knowledge of cloud computing environments would be beneficial
 * Experience with technologies such as JavaScript, Rust and C++ would be advantageous
 * Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, code quality and system scalability
 * Degree educated in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or a closely related STEM discipline
 * Strong academic background, typically including a 2:1 or 1st class degree and BBB or above at A-Level (or international equivalent)

## Description

* Design, develop and enhance innovative software products and platforms
 * Lead technical projects from concept through to deployment
 * Contribute to the architecture and design of complex software systems
 * Collaborate with engineers, researchers and technical specialists across multiple disciplines
 * Analyse and solve challenging technical problems
 * Support the evaluation and prototyping of new ideas and technologies
 * Mentor junior members of the engineering team and promote engineering best practice
 * Contribute to the ongoing improvement of software performance, reliability and scalability
 * Help shape the future direction of products through technical expertise and innovation

What the role offers:

 * The opportunity to work alongside exceptionally talented engineers and researchers
 * Exposure to cutting-edge AI and software development projects
 * Excellent compensation, bonus structure and long-term career progression opportunities


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