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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), Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Linux, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Commercial Software, Software Architecture, Software Construction, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Rust (Programming Language), Backend, Git, Information Technology, Software Performance, Docker
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-software-engineer/54829835

## About the Role

Requirements for Senior Software Engineer: 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

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, Keywords: Senior Software Engineer / Senior Python Developer / Senior Python Engineer / Lead Software Engineer / Backend Engineer / Backend Developer / Platform Engineer / Systems Engineer / Software Architect / Technical Lead / Application Developer / Research Software Engineer / Python / Docker / JavaScript / Rust / C++ / Cloud Computing / AWS / Azure / Linux / Git / CI/CD / Software Architecture / Distributed Systems / Computer Science / Mathematics / Physics / Engineering / Software Engineering
RedTech Recruitment Ltd focus on finding roles for Engineers and Scientists. Even if the above role isn't of interest, please visit our website to see our other opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.