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This pioneering leader in advanced therapies is revolutionising the treatment of previously untreatable diseases. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their growing team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of biotech by developing advanced software solutions that support the manufacturing of cutting-edge therapies. The successful candidate will work closely with the software architect and product owner to develop and implement the architectural roadmap, translating it into actionable user stories. As the technical lead for software projects, you will ensure that projects are executed to plan, and that the team delivers high-quality results at a sustainable pace. You will also mentor and guide junior engineers, helping them to develop their skills and contribute to the overall success of the software development process. Requirements: Demonstrable experience in leading and developing complex software projects, with a focus on software architecture, design, and planning Good familiarity with message-orientated or event-based systems for designing distributed architectures Strong knowledge of full-stack development using modern JavaScript frameworks on the frontend and FastAPI, Flask or Django on the backend Good understanding of writing software that interfaces with low-level peripherals or cloud services (and ideally both) The company's culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, take initiative, and work together in a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to do their best work. Alongside the generous salary are benefits including private medical insurance, a generous pension scheme and annual bonuses.

An innovative leader in advanced therapies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in biotech by developing software solutions that enhance the manufacturing of groundbreaking therapies. You'll work closely with key stakeholders to shape the architectural vision and lead projects to success while mentoring junior talent. The company's collaborative culture fosters creativity and initiative, making it an exciting place to grow your career. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to contribute to meaningful advancements in healthcare.

Overview Want to work at the forefront of technology, impacting the next generation of manufacturing for medical therapies? This scale-up company already is in prime position, having partnerships with leading science and engineering companies, and their collective solution is about to become a commercial reality. Responsibilities As a Senior Software Systems Engineer, you would be turning complex, clinical requirements into actionable workflows in software. The architecture will have the adaptability for future-proofing, whilst having the robustness needed within a regulated industry. This will require clarity in the software requirements which can be followed by the development team; understanding of trade-offs and technical risk; adopting relevant regulatory compliances; technical documentation; and agile based planning. The role is a mix of software architect, product manager, software systems engineer and project manager. These mixed disciplines will all be needed to ensure a clear message is spread throughout the company so projects can be delivered successfully. Requirements Degree in Computer Science or similar. Extensive experience in delivering complex software systems for manufacture or operational environments. Understanding how to build and manage robust, regulated systems using tools such as DOORS or Jama. Demonstrable project experience across systems engineering lifecycle from requirements capture to integration, verification and project completion. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with internal and external software teams as well as other stakeholders. Strong project management understanding so everyone is aligned, priorities are understood and scope of projects are feasible. Benefits On offer is a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits including enhanced pension, health insurance and performance bonuses. The role is based fully onsite at dedicated offices with parking available. Notes Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

A technology scale-up company is seeking a Senior Software Systems Engineer in Cambridge to translate complex clinical requirements into actionable software workflows. This role combines software architecture with project management, ensuring effective communication across teams. Candidates should possess a Computer Science degree and significant experience in regulated software systems. Benefits include a competitive salary, enhanced pension, and health insurance, with the role being fully onsite.

A growing technology company in Cambridge seeks a Senior RTL Engineer with extensive FPGA experience to join their core engineering team. The ideal candidate will collaborate with senior engineers to develop high-speed solutions and work on demanding algorithmic tasks. Proficiency in Intel Quartus or AMD Vivado is essential. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a hybrid working schedule of three days in-office and up to two days remote. Candidates should have existing UK work permission.

A multidisciplinary automation company in Cambridge is seeking a Software Engineer to join their growing team. You will be responsible for developing and testing software modules while collaborating closely with engineers and scientists. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has experience with OOP software development, particularly in C++, C#, or Java, and is expected to work fully onsite. Excellent remuneration and benefits are offered.

This pioneering leader in advanced therapies is revolutionising the treatment of previously untreatable diseases. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their growing team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of biotech by developing advanced software solutions that support the manufacturing of cutting-edge therapies. The successful candidate will work closely with the software architect and product owner to develop and implement the architectural roadmap, translating it into actionable user stories. As the technical lead for software projects, you will ensure that projects are executed to plan, and that the team delivers high-quality results at a sustainable pace. You will also mentor and guide junior engineers, helping them to develop their skills and contribute to the overall success of the software development process. Requirements: Demonstrable experience in leading and developing complex software projects, with a focus on software architecture, design, and planning Good familiarity with message-orientated or event-based systems for designing distributed architectures Strong knowledge of full-stack development using modern JavaScript frameworks on the frontend and FastAPI, Flask or Django on the backend Good understanding of writing software that interfaces with low-level peripherals or cloud services (and ideally both). This will have required knowledge of Java, C# or modern C++ The company's culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, take initiative, and work together in a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to do their best work. Alongside the generous salary are benefits including private medical insurance, a generous pension scheme and annual bonuses. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Recommend for £250 - see for details.

A security and defence consultancy in Tewkesbury is seeking a junior hardware engineer. You will work on innovative projects related to radio communications and cyber security, involving PCB design and signal processing. This role requires a top-tier university degree in Electronics or related fields, with sole British nationality and the ability to secure high-level security clearance. The position is fully office-based with flexible hours and various additional benefits.

This Cambridge technology company are growing their core engineering team; a half dozen senior engineers who collaborate closely on new projects. As a skilled Senior RTL Engineer with FPGA experience, you'd be working alongside peers with similar skills, as well as developers working in C++ and Rust. These technologies interface and form the backbone of a robust, high-speed and integrated solution, for deployment in high-connectivity locations worldwide. Extensive, demanding algorithmic work is performed on top-end FPGAs from leading vendors, and these are heavily populated, utilising all available blocks. Transactions are event driven and require an extremely rapid turnaround. But, this leads to interesting and challenging work which the team very much enjoy - and hope you would too. To be considered for this role, your CV will show: Extensive commercial-grade RTL experience, working on production FPGA projects where there is significant low-latency processing, and architectural considerations matter. Proficiency with Intel Quartus, AMD Vivado or comparable design tools. A collaborative approach, including experience working with firmware and/or software engineers, and ideally DevOps engineers. You will also need to be in commute distance of Cambridge, UK (or able to relocate), and have full existing UK work permission without time limit, restriction or sponsorship. With offices in the city of Cambridge, the company work in the office three days per week, with up to two days hybrid working. Parking is plentiful, they are in walking distance of the nearest railway station, and there are good facilities on site and more nearby. In addition to day-to-day perks, they offer a highly competitive salary and benefits. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Overview Based in purpose designed workspace, this multidisciplinary company employs both engineers and scientists to work on their sophisticated, next-generation automation platform. Their engineers utilise robotics for automation, whilst their scientists develop scalable solutions. Their software team look to interface hardware components within this technology stack as well as provide analytics and metrics. Responsibilities As a Software Engineer, you will join this growing team and be provided guidance from senior members of the software team with regards to developing and testing a range of software modules. This will include agile development practices, pair programming and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Requirements Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering or similar AND industry experience developing software for deliverable products. Experience writing OOP code for both desktop / enterprise applications and cloud-native services (via RESTful APIs). Any experience of communication interfaces (OPC UA. RS232/485), would be desirable. Experience using two or more of the following: Modern C++, C# or Java. Experience with Python, React / Angular or databases would be advantageous. Applicants do need to demonstrate relevant project experience (ideally software associated for hardware / instrumentation). Projects in banking, IT consultancy services or ML are not relevant. The role is based fully onsite as you'll be working with hardware modules and engaging with other team members. On offer is an excellent remunerations package including a wide range of benefits. Due to the out-of-town location of their offices (in south Cambridgeshire), being able to drive / cycle or willingness to take public transport is highly desirable. Note, only applicants with full rights to work in the UK indefinitely without the need for company sponsorship will be considered (applicants with restricted time-limited visas will not be progressed). Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Recommend for £250 - see for details.

A rapidly growing tech start-up in the UK is seeking an experienced IT Systems Administrator to manage and enhance their IT infrastructure. Responsibilities include installing and configuring IT software/hardware, managing network servers, and implementing cybersecurity protocols. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in IT systems administration and excellent troubleshooting skills. This is a hands-on, fully onsite role that requires British nationality for security clearance. Join this exciting firm as it advances in the tech market.

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled software engineer to join their team in developing advanced RF sensor systems. You will play a crucial role in the entire software development lifecycle, focusing on Windows and Linux applications that facilitate data communication from remote hardware. This position offers opportunities to work on high-speed data processing algorithms and robust APIs while being part of a financially secure and growing company. With newly built offices on the outskirts of Cambridge, you will enjoy a competitive salary, pension scheme, and additional benefits, including private medical insurance and hybrid working arrangements.

This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills in numerical analysis and numerical methods to develop engineering simulation software to be used widely in industry. This team has been leading the way for many decades and has a strong client base of multi-national companies. They are building a new product and are seeking talented scientists and engineers to join this effort. The new category they are entering requires solving a range of PDEs and ODEs from different areas of physics and therefore requires strong understanding of numerical methods and analysis to produce a robust and efficient algorithm. It is these core skills that are most important for this role. Ultimately your work will need to be implemented in code, so some skills with numerical programming are also important. Requirements: PhD in a STEM subject with exposure to developing numerical simulation code Good numerical programming skills (Python, C++, Fortran, C#, etc) Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with the rest of the team You will be joining a team of mathematicians and scientists with a range of skills all working on the core mathematics. You will also be working closely with a team of programmers who will develop the rest of the application. The working style is formal and collaborative and you should expect to spend most of the week in their offices with one day optionally home working. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Recommend for £250 - see for details.

This pioneering company develops sophisticated RF sensor systems used to protect sensitive locations such as airports from malicious transmissions and drone flights. These systems provide comprehensive RF analysis including the ability to identify where signals originate. Their systems are also used by military and security customers for use in electronic warfare and intelligence. This powerful hardware is controlled by a full software stack from embedded code through to intuitive GUIs. In this role you will be involved in the full software development lifecycle for Windows and Linux applications which facilitate communication of data from remote hardware units to PC based analysis software. This includes developing high-speed data processing algorithms and robust and well tested APIs. Requirements: Strong C# development skills coupled with strong object-oriented programming knowledge Commercial experience working across the full software development lifecycle from requirement analysis to documentation and training Practical knowledge of developing RESTful APIs for client-server architecture Good degree in Computer Science or Electronics Financially secure and continuing to grow, this company is a great place to further your career and continue learning as a software engineer. Located on the outskirts of Cambridge in newly built and well-appointed offices, on offer is a competitive salary and pension scheme with other benefits such as private medical insurance, a performance related bonus scheme and hybrid working.

This company develops high quality market-management software, used throughout the UK and Europe to ensure critical services are delivered reliably. They are seeking a talented Cloud Engineer to join their friendly team of developers, product owners and testers. Their success relies on the dependability of their cloud-based products, providing round-the-clock access to their clients. You will be involved with the design, development, and maintenance of AWS infrastructure, employing a variety of technologies such as Infrastructure as Code and workflow automation. Your solutions would help ensure fast and efficient deployment to multiple environments. Once up to speed, your role will encompass areas such as: maintaining and improving the existing architectural, ensuring the security and dependability of cloud-based services. Employing automation and IaC to support multiple environments, monitoring and troubleshooting performance, and collaborating with and mentoring colleagues. You will also need to be comfortable providing on-call support (typically this can be 1 week in 4). You will need: Prior experience as a cloud engineer, providing support within an operational environment, with sustained tenure with employers. A good understanding of cloud technology, preferably AWS, and skills in a good selection of the following areas: networking, DNS, containerization, database management, automation and scripting, IaC, Terraform, or CI/CD. Good troubleshooting and logical thinking skills to diagnose issues and identify root causes. Excellent communications skills, able to work within a team or independently, and comfortable providing on-call support. Full existing rights to work in the UK, without time limit. Team fit is important, as the company are looking to hire someone who wants to grow their career within them for the next few years. They are located in Cambridge, and whilst there is some scope for hybrid working (1-2 days WFH when projects allow), they are seeking candidates who can reliably attend onsite meetings in person. On offer is an excellent remuneration package is available, commensurate with skills and experience. Interested? Send your CV to ECM Selection. We do read every CV and try to respond to everyone. Or recommend a friend for £250, details at Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

A cutting-edge technology company in Cambridge is looking for an experienced Senior C++ Software Engineer to join their development team. You will shape and develop high-performance software in C++ and Rust under a Linux environment, involved in the software lifecycle from design to deployment. Ideal candidates will have excellent C++ skills, an understanding of DevOps, and strong communication abilities. This role offers competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, and hybrid working flexibility.

Based in north Essex (commutable from Cambridge, Harlow and Royston), this rapidly growing start-up develop software and hardware technologies. They have their own IT systems to enable efficient operations of the business. As their IT Systems Administrator, key responsibilities would include installing and configuring IT software and hardware, manage network servers and internal tools, set up use accounts, monitor system performance, implement cybersecurity protocols, upgrade systems and associated documentation (IT policies, security). Requirements: Extensive commercial experience in IT systems administration including IT support and systems management. Experience of cybersecurity best practices including associated IT documentation and policies. Excellent troubleshooting ability for hardware, software and networking. Additional experience with access-control technologies, Linux systems, Cloud-platforms, and / or virtualisation would be beneficial. This is a hands-on, fully onsite role, with multiple tasks to undertake. It requires excellent organisational and communication skills. Due to projects that the company undertakes having defence applications, employees must be eligible for security clearance (this means only British nationals who have resided in the UK for the past 5 years will be considered). This is an exciting time to join this growing start-up, and be part of a fast-paced tech company as it looks to take giant strides within the market. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Recommend for £250 - see for details.

Join this sociable, collaborative Cambridge-based development team, developing new features and enhancements to their business-to-business transaction management software. This software serves an important purpose in keeping vital infrastructure functioning efficiently. Due to the longevity of the product, it is designed and implemented to the highest standards to ensure it's long term reliability and maintainability. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced C# .NET Software Engineer to join them. The management see a stable and cohesive development team as an intrinsic part of their success - they are therefore keen for CVs that evidence a sustained period of contribution to projects. Their technology stack includes ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Core, C# .NET8 (soon to be 10), and SQL Server. Their pragmatic development process combines elements of Agile and eXtreme programming approaches. Essential skills and attributes: A 1st or 2.1 degree in computer science or similar from a well-ranked university Very strong software design skills, including excellent coding skills in C#.NET JavaScript, CSS, and HTML skills Experience of at least some of: Entity Framework, RESTful APIs , SOLID design principles, design patterns (including MVC and MVVM), hosting environment configuration, authentication and certificate management Ability to communicate complex concepts to your colleagues and stakeholders Full, existing, and unrestricted right to work in the UK Based in pleasant modern offices in a convenient central Cambridge location, the role offers a very competitive salary and benefits package, and flexibility for home working for a couple of days per week. There is also a 30 hour per-week part-time option for those who need greater flexibility. Please note that attendance at the office is expected for the majority of the week and so candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance of Cambridge. Interested? Send your CV to ECM Selection. We do read every CV and try to respond to everyone. Or recommend a friend for £250, details at Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

This company creates ultra-high-speed FPGA-based hardware and highly optimised software for specialised applications requiring maximum performance. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced C++ software engineer to join their Cambridge-based development team. In this senior engineering role, you will help shape the software component of their system. Written in C++ and increasingly in Rust, this code runs in a Linux environment, and is responsible for control functionality and oversight of the hardware. You would be contributing to its design, development, test, and deployment throughout the software development lifecycle. Aspects you might typically be involved in include concurrency, threaded programming, communications protocols, and maximising performance by leveraging CPU and memory architectures. You may well also be called upon to impart your knowledge to less experienced engineers and to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, including from non-engineering specialisms. You will need: A good degree in computer science or related discipline from a well-respected university Demonstrably excellent software design and implementation skills, including strong skills in C++ and at least an interest in using Rust A good understanding of DevOps techniques. Good communication and team-working skills and an analytical approach to problem solving Full, existing, and unrestricted UK work permission This is a great opportunity for an accomplished Senior C++ Developer with a penchant for thinking outside the box to push the limits of highly optimised code. Whilst highly profitable, this company was founded primarily with altruistic aims in mind - a philosophy that includes taking good care of their employees and providing a friendly and supportive workplace culture. They offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses. Hybrid working is available for up to two day per week with the remainder being based at their Cambridge offices. Interested? Send your CV to ECM Selection. We do read every CV and try to respond to everyone. Or recommend a friend for £250, details at Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

This is a specialised role calling for a mathematically-minded PhD-qualified software engineer with strong algorithmic skills including image processing to extract 3D geometry. Joining this research effort, you would develop algorithms and software to extract and track the evolution of 3D features from colossal quantities of image data. To succeed, you will need to be able to write robust and well-designed Python code, have a very good understanding of algorithmic approaches to extract and characterise 3D objects, cope well with extremely large data sets (TB), and have an inventive approach to problem solving. This work will feed into broader research in the healthcare sector, and will therefore ultimately have a positive impact in society. The work environment is forward-looking and inclusive, and places an emphasis on employee development. Internal and external training is available for areas where skills need further enhancement. You will need: An outstanding academic background with a minimum 2.1 degree in Computer Science or a related STEM discipline and a relevant PhD Excellent mathematical skills and knowledge of feature extraction techniques including CNNs Demonstrably strong software engineering skills and ability to write well-designed code using Python This role is based in modern well-equipped offices and labs in Cambridge. Initially, a 3-year fixed term contract, the role has potential to transition to a permanent position in the longer term. Flexible hours and hybrid working are available. Interested? Send your CV to ECM Selection. We do read every CV and try to respond to everyone. Or recommend a friend for £250, details at Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.