Backend Software Engineer - Python Data & R&D

Client Server — United Kingdom · Posted ~2 days ago

Mid Full-time Onsite

Skills

Python Backend software engineering PyTorch NumPy Asynchronous systems Parallel systems Distributed systems Machine learning Image processing Databases Networking

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Summary

Join a well-funded technology venture developing advanced sensing and imaging solutions. As a backend engineer, you'll use Python to tackle challenging problems spanning data processing, machine learning, numerical simulation, databases, networking, and hardware integration. You'll work closely with scientists and engineers on greenfield projects and help shape an evolving technical stack.

Highlights

Work on greenfield projects at the cutting edge of medical technology alongside scientists and engineers. The role offers complex technical challenges across imaging, machine learning, simulation, databases, networking, and hardware, with opportunities to influence an evolving technology stack.

Description

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data R&D) Cambridge onsite to £55k Would you like to work on Greenfield projects at the cutting edge of medical technology? You could be joining a well funded start-up, collaborating with scientists and other engineers to develop sensing and imaging terahertz solutions. 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. Location: You'll join a talented team based just north of Cambridge (with parking available), on a fulltime basis (with some flexibility). About you: You have strong backend software engineering experience with Python, including Python libraries such as PyTorch, NumPyYou have experience working with asynchronous, parallel or distributed systemsYou have a good knowledge of at least one relational database e.g. SQL Server, OracleYou have a good understanding of TDD, CI/CD practices and modern software engineering best practicesYou have experience with embedded software and / or IoTYou are comfortable in an R&D environmentYou have an interest and understanding of Machine Learning and AIYou are degree educated in a relevant STEM disciplineYou're collaborative, comfortable with Pair Programming and mentoring more junior engineersIdeally you will also have experience with some of the following: Anaconda, Mamba, Poetry, C++, JavaScript, Haskell, OCaml, Rust What's in it for you: As a Backend Software Engineer / Developer you will receive a competitive package: Salary to £55kBonusHealthcarePensionContinual learning and self developmentComplex interesting work at the cutting edge of technology Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python R&D TDD) opportunity.