Remote Senior Software Engineer

SF Recruitment
Blackburn, UK
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
£156,000.0 - £182,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Databases Linux Hardware Design Linux Servers Redis Server Administration Data Streaming Systems Integration

Job description

An engineering business in the West Midlands is looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support a short-term project (2-3 months) and help get a key deliverable over the line.

The role

Work as part of a small, multi-disciplinary team across software, mechanical and electrical engineering.

Focus on Rust development while contributing to wider engineering tasks.

Support real-world deployment, working with Linux servers, data flows and system integration.

Requirements

Strong programming background with Rust (essential) Experience with C++ and solid computer science fundamentals Comfortable with Linux (development + server management) Exposure to hardware integration / real-world systems Familiarity with databases or Redis for data flows (desirable) PLC / automation experience is a bonus, but not essential

Benefits & conditions

West Midlands (Hybrid - can be remote for the right person) £600-£700/day (Inside IR35) 2-3 months, Day rate: £600-£700 (Inside IR35)

Duration: 2-3 months (potential to extend)

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, working with modern tech in a small, agile team, and making an immediate impact on a live project.

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