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Graduate R&D Software Engineer

Job in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21, England, UK
Listing for: Quell
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-25
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Data Scientist, Data Science Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 32000 - 42000 GBP Yearly GBP 32000.00 42000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Quell is a high-growth British defence and security AI technology start-up developing solutions to counter drone, vehicle, and human threats across the military, civilian and critical national infrastructure sectors.

Based near Cambridge, we are seeking exceptional Graduate R&D Software Engineers to support a wide range of research and development activities. The role is ideal for an early-career engineer who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

It is an entry-level role with exposure to the full product development lifecycle. You will be provided with the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Designing and developing innovative software solutions in collaboration with the engineering team
  • Building tools and methods for data gathering, preprocessing, and optimisation for machine learning and algorithm development
  • Overseeing and maintaining operational company systems (Linux-based)
  • Contributing across a broad mix of R&D, software, data science, and technical problem-solving tasks
Requirements
  • Highly motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn across varied technical domains
  • Recent 2:1 (or above) graduate in a STEM discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics)
  • Strong experience in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, etc.)
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Experience with Python and familiarity with data science or machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, Tensor Flow, PyTorch)
  • Interest or experience in signals, RF, or SDRs
  • Knowledge of version control (Git), containerisation (Docker), or cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)
  • Academic or project experience in ML, data science, or digital signal processing
  • Enthusiasm for working in a startup environment and taking ownership of initiatives
Details
  • Location: North Uttlesford / Greater Cambridge area, on-site
  • Five days a week on-site (ie: this is not a hybrid role)
  • Applicants must be fully eligible to work in the UK without restriction, time limit, or the need for current or future sponsorship.
  • Full UK driving licence required. If this isn't held, candidates will need to commit to obtaining within 6 months of their start date
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