Overview

Senior Software Engineer (Rust / Robotics) – West Midlands (Hybrid - can be remote for the right person). Day rate £600-£700 (Inside IR35), 2-3 months.

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.

What they're looking for

• 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

The setup

• 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.