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Backend Software Engineer Python Data R&D

Job in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JH, England, UK
Listing for: Client Server
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-18
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Python, Backend Developer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 GBP Yearly GBP 55000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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, Num Py You have experience working with asynchronous, parallel or distributed systems You have a good knowledge of at least one relational database e.g. SQL Server, Oracle You have a good understanding of TDD, CI/CD practices and modern software engineering best practices You have experience with embedded software and / or IoT You are comfortable in an R&D environment You have an interest and understanding of Machine Learning and AI You are degree educated in a relevant STEM discipline You're collaborative, comfortable with Pair Programming and mentoring more junior engineers Ideally 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 £55k Bonus Healthcare Pension Continual learning and self development Complex 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.
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