Remote Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer (Rust / Robotics)
West Midlands (Hybrid - can be remote for the right person) £600-£700/day (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.