Senior Software Engineer | Oxford | £60,000 - £75,000

Our client is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help develop the backend control software for their next-generation computing systems. The ideal candidate is an experienced backend developer with a solid foundation in building reliable, scalable applications for scientific or technical environments. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting backend services and control infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy reliable, maintainable, and scalable backend services and frameworks that support complex hardware and software systems.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, such as researchers, hardware engineers, and other technical specialists, to solve challenging problems and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Enable teams from diverse backgrounds by helping them build the tools they need and by sharing best practices in engineering and software development.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to their professional growth and strengthening the team’s overall technical capabilities.

Key Skills and Experience

• Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related bachelor’s degree, along with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proficiency in Python, an experience with at least one compiled programming language, and an interest in expanding skills in Rust.
• Familiarity with Linux environments and containerization tools such as Docker.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Join a team where your engineering expertise will directly shape the systems driving cutting-edge technology. If you’re excited by solving complex problems, collaborating with talented colleagues, and building software that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.