Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Senior C++ Software Developer, Python - Financial/Banking Candidates will have 7+ years C++ experience (ideally more) and excellent knowledge of Python - ideally coming from a Financial/Banking background with knowledge of Equities, Futures & Options and Fixed Income and Exchange Connectivity, Fix Protocol with some Low Latency experience. SKILLS DEPENDENT: There may be the opportunity to take on a Principal Engineers role depending on previous experience. Job Overview You will work with the Product, Infrastructure and QA teams, to produce high performance, low latency and highly reliable code. Your goal will be to develop software which handle large amount of TPS to drive a highly efficient technology used by several markets around the world. To be successful in this role as a Senior Software Engineer C++, you will be a proponent of agile methodology and modern software best practices. You can produce detailed technical work in OOP and work with other members of the Development team to produce code of high-quality standards. Ideally, you should have worked in critical systems development in the past. Responsibilities and Duties Codes, tests, integrates, and documents software. Provides technical leadership to more junior employees and other teams. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the development of complex products. Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in internal review of software components and systems. Work on the hardest technical problems facing the company, often these problems are unusually complex and require the utmost creativity and innovation. Apply and champion the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products. Keep abreast of technology trends and champion new ideas and process improvements. Required Skills/Experience 7+ years development experience in C++ 11 and Boost creating performant, scalable applications. 2+ years of experience in networking (UDP, Multicasting, TCP, etc ), messaging, and algorithms. 2+ years of experience on Linux systems. Good understanding of modern development best practices and methodologies and good knowledge of Git/GitHub. Python, including Pytest. Knowledge of capital markets exchange connectivity on stocks (Fixed Income and derivatives is a plus), including exchange protocols such as FIX and SBE. Most importantly, a drive to solve complex technological and trading challenges with a great team of talented developers. Comfortable using Agile methodology, including continuous integration, sprints, Jira and the relevant processes and workflow. Some understanding and usage of cloud technology is a plus but not mandatory.
18/03/2026
Full time
Senior C++ Software Developer, Python - Financial/Banking Candidates will have 7+ years C++ experience (ideally more) and excellent knowledge of Python - ideally coming from a Financial/Banking background with knowledge of Equities, Futures & Options and Fixed Income and Exchange Connectivity, Fix Protocol with some Low Latency experience. SKILLS DEPENDENT: There may be the opportunity to take on a Principal Engineers role depending on previous experience. Job Overview You will work with the Product, Infrastructure and QA teams, to produce high performance, low latency and highly reliable code. Your goal will be to develop software which handle large amount of TPS to drive a highly efficient technology used by several markets around the world. To be successful in this role as a Senior Software Engineer C++, you will be a proponent of agile methodology and modern software best practices. You can produce detailed technical work in OOP and work with other members of the Development team to produce code of high-quality standards. Ideally, you should have worked in critical systems development in the past. Responsibilities and Duties Codes, tests, integrates, and documents software. Provides technical leadership to more junior employees and other teams. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the development of complex products. Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in internal review of software components and systems. Work on the hardest technical problems facing the company, often these problems are unusually complex and require the utmost creativity and innovation. Apply and champion the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products. Keep abreast of technology trends and champion new ideas and process improvements. Required Skills/Experience 7+ years development experience in C++ 11 and Boost creating performant, scalable applications. 2+ years of experience in networking (UDP, Multicasting, TCP, etc ), messaging, and algorithms. 2+ years of experience on Linux systems. Good understanding of modern development best practices and methodologies and good knowledge of Git/GitHub. Python, including Pytest. Knowledge of capital markets exchange connectivity on stocks (Fixed Income and derivatives is a plus), including exchange protocols such as FIX and SBE. Most importantly, a drive to solve complex technological and trading challenges with a great team of talented developers. Comfortable using Agile methodology, including continuous integration, sprints, Jira and the relevant processes and workflow. Some understanding and usage of cloud technology is a plus but not mandatory.
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Citrix, VMWare, Linux, SC or DV Cleared is required by our government services client based in Milton Keynes, Bucks. Commutable from Luton, North London Northampton, East Midlands, Peterborough, Bedford. Hybrid working Working in an SC Security Cleared environment. You will hold current SC or DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance (or be eligible to obtain). 610 per day inside IR35 plus weekday (50) and weekend (100) on-call We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with strong hands on capability across VMWare, Citrix, and Linux platforms. Skills and Experience required Good general depth of skills across various core technologies VMware-Configuration, updates, awareness, NSX Linux/Debian-Scripting, updates, migrations, general supportCitrix-updates, migrations, general support Windows Mgt-PKI, IDAM, RBACS Cloud-Azure/AWS Working experience and exposure across hardware and software Worked with third party suppliers to provide and engage and support development Comfortable supporting documentation and knowledge enhancement Private and Public Cloud exposure. You will support, maintain, and enhance our enterprise infrastructure, ensuring reliability, performance, and security across all systems. proactive engineer with excellent troubleshooting skills, strong technical breadth, and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy operations environment. - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
17/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Citrix, VMWare, Linux, SC or DV Cleared is required by our government services client based in Milton Keynes, Bucks. Commutable from Luton, North London Northampton, East Midlands, Peterborough, Bedford. Hybrid working Working in an SC Security Cleared environment. You will hold current SC or DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance (or be eligible to obtain). 610 per day inside IR35 plus weekday (50) and weekend (100) on-call We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with strong hands on capability across VMWare, Citrix, and Linux platforms. Skills and Experience required Good general depth of skills across various core technologies VMware-Configuration, updates, awareness, NSX Linux/Debian-Scripting, updates, migrations, general supportCitrix-updates, migrations, general support Windows Mgt-PKI, IDAM, RBACS Cloud-Azure/AWS Working experience and exposure across hardware and software Worked with third party suppliers to provide and engage and support development Comfortable supporting documentation and knowledge enhancement Private and Public Cloud exposure. You will support, maintain, and enhance our enterprise infrastructure, ensuring reliability, performance, and security across all systems. proactive engineer with excellent troubleshooting skills, strong technical breadth, and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy operations environment. - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
VMWare Engineer Rate - 525 - 550 (Daily) Location - Manchester (Hybrid) Duration - 4 Months (Initially) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) We are seeking a Senior VMware Engineer (Contractor) with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience provisioning and managing Linux and Windows virtual machines in enterprise VMware environments. This is a contract engagement supporting a higher education institution's virtual infrastructure modernisation and operational support initiatives. The contractor will provide advanced engineering expertise across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), VMware ESXi, VMware vSphere, and VMware NSX-T, ensuring stability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical academic and research systems. Scope of Work Provision, configure, and manage Linux and Windows VMs in enterprise clusters. Deploy and manage workloads within VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Install, configure, patch, and upgrade VMware ESXi hosts. Administer and optimise VMware vSphere clusters, including HA, DRS, and vMotion. Design and manage network virtualisation using VMware NSX-T. Perform VM lifecycle management (build, template creation, cloning, migration, decommissioning). Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, and resource optimisation. Support storage integration (SAN/NAS/vSAN) and ensure optimal IOPS performance. Implement and support backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Document architecture, configurations, and operational procedures. Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and research computing teams. Deliverables Fully provisioned and optimised virtual machine environments. Updated and documented VMware architecture diagrams and configurations. Performance optimisation and capacity planning reports. Resolved infrastructure incidents within agreed SLAs. Knowledge transfer documentation and handover sessions (if required at contract completion). Required Experience & Skills Minimum 5+ years of enterprise VMware engineering experience. Proven track record provisioning Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, etc.) and Windows Server VMs. Strong hands-on expertise in VCF, ESXi, vSphere, and NSX-T. Experience in higher education, research institutions, or large multi-tenant environments preferred. Solid understanding of storage, networking, and security integration. Automation and scripting skills (PowerCLI, PowerShell, Bash, Python). Experience with vCenter administration and cluster design. Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities. Preferred Qualifications VMware certifications (VCP-DCV, VCAP). Experience with automation/orchestration (VMware Aria/vRealise, Ansible). Hybrid cloud experience (Azure, AWS, VMware Cloud). Experience supporting research computing or HPC workloads. Familiarity with ITIL-based change management processes. Contractor Expectations Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Deliver results within defined project timelines. Participate in change advisory board (CAB) meetings as required. Provide regular status updates to project stakeholders. Availability for occasional after-hours maintenance windows.
17/03/2026
Contractor
VMWare Engineer Rate - 525 - 550 (Daily) Location - Manchester (Hybrid) Duration - 4 Months (Initially) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) We are seeking a Senior VMware Engineer (Contractor) with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience provisioning and managing Linux and Windows virtual machines in enterprise VMware environments. This is a contract engagement supporting a higher education institution's virtual infrastructure modernisation and operational support initiatives. The contractor will provide advanced engineering expertise across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), VMware ESXi, VMware vSphere, and VMware NSX-T, ensuring stability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical academic and research systems. Scope of Work Provision, configure, and manage Linux and Windows VMs in enterprise clusters. Deploy and manage workloads within VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Install, configure, patch, and upgrade VMware ESXi hosts. Administer and optimise VMware vSphere clusters, including HA, DRS, and vMotion. Design and manage network virtualisation using VMware NSX-T. Perform VM lifecycle management (build, template creation, cloning, migration, decommissioning). Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, and resource optimisation. Support storage integration (SAN/NAS/vSAN) and ensure optimal IOPS performance. Implement and support backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Document architecture, configurations, and operational procedures. Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and research computing teams. Deliverables Fully provisioned and optimised virtual machine environments. Updated and documented VMware architecture diagrams and configurations. Performance optimisation and capacity planning reports. Resolved infrastructure incidents within agreed SLAs. Knowledge transfer documentation and handover sessions (if required at contract completion). Required Experience & Skills Minimum 5+ years of enterprise VMware engineering experience. Proven track record provisioning Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, etc.) and Windows Server VMs. Strong hands-on expertise in VCF, ESXi, vSphere, and NSX-T. Experience in higher education, research institutions, or large multi-tenant environments preferred. Solid understanding of storage, networking, and security integration. Automation and scripting skills (PowerCLI, PowerShell, Bash, Python). Experience with vCenter administration and cluster design. Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities. Preferred Qualifications VMware certifications (VCP-DCV, VCAP). Experience with automation/orchestration (VMware Aria/vRealise, Ansible). Hybrid cloud experience (Azure, AWS, VMware Cloud). Experience supporting research computing or HPC workloads. Familiarity with ITIL-based change management processes. Contractor Expectations Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Deliver results within defined project timelines. Participate in change advisory board (CAB) meetings as required. Provide regular status updates to project stakeholders. Availability for occasional after-hours maintenance windows.
Title : Linux Kernel Engineer Company : Telecoms Location : Cambridge (on site) Pay : Up to 85,000 + excellent benefits Company : One of the most advanced and (genuinely) passionate telecoms teams, developing infrastructure literally keeping millions of the British public safe, are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in Linux Kernel development to join the team. This role is live due to general growth; demand is exceptionally high for their best-in-class products and R&D is constant, so their base platform needs constant innovation. Role : You will be a significant senior hire, with significant engineering responsibility including for the trialing of new open-source technologies, as well as the prototyping of novel systems. Much of your work will focus on performance optimisation; strong C++ skills are critical for your success in this position . About you: 4+ years' commercial development experience Excellent kernel-level experience Excellent C++ skills Willing to work on site You love solving hard-core engineering problems surrounded by intelligent people who love what they do Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch.
17/03/2026
Full time
Title : Linux Kernel Engineer Company : Telecoms Location : Cambridge (on site) Pay : Up to 85,000 + excellent benefits Company : One of the most advanced and (genuinely) passionate telecoms teams, developing infrastructure literally keeping millions of the British public safe, are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in Linux Kernel development to join the team. This role is live due to general growth; demand is exceptionally high for their best-in-class products and R&D is constant, so their base platform needs constant innovation. Role : You will be a significant senior hire, with significant engineering responsibility including for the trialing of new open-source technologies, as well as the prototyping of novel systems. Much of your work will focus on performance optimisation; strong C++ skills are critical for your success in this position . About you: 4+ years' commercial development experience Excellent kernel-level experience Excellent C++ skills Willing to work on site You love solving hard-core engineering problems surrounded by intelligent people who love what they do Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Senior Software Engineer - Up to 350,000 - Cambridge Title : Senior Software Engineer Company : Proprietary HFT Location : Cambridge Pay : Up to 350,000 with huge potential to increase Company : A proprietary trading firm in Cambridge, specialising in the research and development of ultra-low-latency automated trading strategies, are looking for a Software Engineer with a demonstrable background of delivering complex projects from a concept through to delivery. It is important that you have been involved in the entire software development life cycle (SDLC), as this dynamic role will require you to rapidly prototype - and ultimately move into production - highly complex, reliable and performant systems - oftentimes from scratch. Role : Develop ultra-low-latency trading systems C++ or Rust code Work closely with a close-knit team of Software Developers and Quant Traders Build mission-critical research systems from scratch This is an early-stage hire for the team. Much of your work will be completely greenfield. You will be involved in the designing, prototyping, testing and productionising new software. Providing support to a small number of junior engineers Whilst not a requirement, you will be given the opportunity to grow into a senior managerial role should you wish About you: Holistic approach to problem solving; you are able to see the 'bigger picture' of your work Exceptional systems knowledge Exceptional Linux knowledge Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP) Strong concurrent programming ability (C++ or Rust) Experienced working with distributed systems Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch.
17/03/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - Up to 350,000 - Cambridge Title : Senior Software Engineer Company : Proprietary HFT Location : Cambridge Pay : Up to 350,000 with huge potential to increase Company : A proprietary trading firm in Cambridge, specialising in the research and development of ultra-low-latency automated trading strategies, are looking for a Software Engineer with a demonstrable background of delivering complex projects from a concept through to delivery. It is important that you have been involved in the entire software development life cycle (SDLC), as this dynamic role will require you to rapidly prototype - and ultimately move into production - highly complex, reliable and performant systems - oftentimes from scratch. Role : Develop ultra-low-latency trading systems C++ or Rust code Work closely with a close-knit team of Software Developers and Quant Traders Build mission-critical research systems from scratch This is an early-stage hire for the team. Much of your work will be completely greenfield. You will be involved in the designing, prototyping, testing and productionising new software. Providing support to a small number of junior engineers Whilst not a requirement, you will be given the opportunity to grow into a senior managerial role should you wish About you: Holistic approach to problem solving; you are able to see the 'bigger picture' of your work Exceptional systems knowledge Exceptional Linux knowledge Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP) Strong concurrent programming ability (C++ or Rust) Experienced working with distributed systems Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch.
VMware Engineer 525 a day (Inside IR35 ) Manchester (2 days onsite) 4 months We are seeking a Senior VMware Engineer (Contractor) with hands-on experience provisioning and managing Linux and Windows virtual machines in enterprise VMware environments. This is a contract engagement supporting a higher education institution's virtual infrastructure modernisation and operational support initiatives.The contractor will provide advanced engineering expertise across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), VMware ESXi, VMware vSphere, and VMware NSX-T, ensuring stability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical academic and research systems. Scope of Work Provision, configure, and manage Linux and Windows VMs in enterprise clusters. Deploy and manage workloads within VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Install, configure, patch, and upgrade VMware ESXi hosts. Administer and optimise VMware vSphere clusters, including HA, DRS, and vMotion. Design and manage network virtualisation using VMware NSX-T. Perform VM lifecycle management (build, template creation, cloning, migration, decommissioning) Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, and resource optimisation. Support storage integration (SAN/NAS/vSAN) and ensure optimal IOPS performance. Implement and support backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Document architecture, configurations, and operational procedures Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and research computing teams. Deliverables Fully provisioned and optimised virtual machine environments. Updated and documented VMware architecture diagrams and configurations. Performance optimisation and capacity planning reports. Resolved infrastructure incidents within agreed SLAs Knowledge transfer documentation and handover sessions (if required at contract completion) Required Experience & Skills VMware engineering experience. Proven track record provisioning Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, etc.) and Windows Server VMs Strong hands-on expertise in VCF, ESXi, vSphere, and NSX-T. Experience in higher education, research institutions, or multi-tenant environments preferred. Solid understanding of storage, networking, and security integration Automation and scripting skills (PowerCLI, PowerShell, Bash, Python) Experience with vCenter administration and cluster design Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities. VMware certifications (VCP-DCV, VCAP) Experience with automation/orchestration (VMware Aria/vRealise, Ansible) Hybrid cloud experience (Azure, AWS, VMware Cloud). Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
17/03/2026
Contractor
VMware Engineer 525 a day (Inside IR35 ) Manchester (2 days onsite) 4 months We are seeking a Senior VMware Engineer (Contractor) with hands-on experience provisioning and managing Linux and Windows virtual machines in enterprise VMware environments. This is a contract engagement supporting a higher education institution's virtual infrastructure modernisation and operational support initiatives.The contractor will provide advanced engineering expertise across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), VMware ESXi, VMware vSphere, and VMware NSX-T, ensuring stability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical academic and research systems. Scope of Work Provision, configure, and manage Linux and Windows VMs in enterprise clusters. Deploy and manage workloads within VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Install, configure, patch, and upgrade VMware ESXi hosts. Administer and optimise VMware vSphere clusters, including HA, DRS, and vMotion. Design and manage network virtualisation using VMware NSX-T. Perform VM lifecycle management (build, template creation, cloning, migration, decommissioning) Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, and resource optimisation. Support storage integration (SAN/NAS/vSAN) and ensure optimal IOPS performance. Implement and support backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Document architecture, configurations, and operational procedures Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and research computing teams. Deliverables Fully provisioned and optimised virtual machine environments. Updated and documented VMware architecture diagrams and configurations. Performance optimisation and capacity planning reports. Resolved infrastructure incidents within agreed SLAs Knowledge transfer documentation and handover sessions (if required at contract completion) Required Experience & Skills VMware engineering experience. Proven track record provisioning Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, etc.) and Windows Server VMs Strong hands-on expertise in VCF, ESXi, vSphere, and NSX-T. Experience in higher education, research institutions, or multi-tenant environments preferred. Solid understanding of storage, networking, and security integration Automation and scripting skills (PowerCLI, PowerShell, Bash, Python) Experience with vCenter administration and cluster design Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities. VMware certifications (VCP-DCV, VCAP) Experience with automation/orchestration (VMware Aria/vRealise, Ansible) Hybrid cloud experience (Azure, AWS, VMware Cloud). Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Sanderson Government & Defence
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Role: Principal Technical Architect Duration: 6 months Location: Hemel Hempstead (full time onsite) Clearance: DV Rate: £700 - £750 per day inside IR35 Key Responsibilities: Providing technical leadership Providing fully traceability for contracted requirements and ensuring the solution is fit for service Managing the technical leads within each separate workstreams Providing advice and guidance to development teams as they go about designing and engineering the new solutions Bridging the gap between the technical teams and wider business Dealing with escalations Interfacing with the Design Authority Interfacing with the client to ensure effective decisions are made concerning all aspects of the technical solution Supporting with the recruitment of technical resources and technical resource management Provides advice and guidance to development teams on architectures and application designs Identifies and promotes best practice, including standards, frameworks and documentation Delivers effective technical architecture designs in accordance with agreed scope, time, financial and quality measures Ensures effective client engagement and stakeholder management during assignment (may include management of technology partners and subcontractors) Identifies and manage risk in his/her business activities and take responsibility for reporting risks in a timely, open and appropriate manner Essential Skills 3 years' experience of delivery within a secure Defence (preferred) environment Excellent leadership skills, with experience having managed complex technical solutions, with engineering teams of at least 20 plus resources 5+ years' experience in a senior technical role either managing a technical service provision or as a senior architect working within projects and programs Outstanding communications skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and non-technical audiences Experience managing escalations effectively Experience in managing and supporting major IT transformations (from a technical, not project management perspective). Knowledge and experience of IDAM solutions Demonstrable experience in introducing automation Experience working in a highly secure environment with complex security requirements Desirable Skills Experience with Automation Technologies: Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell Experience with VMware vRealize Product Set Experience with Linux Experience supporting Windows Operating Systems Experience with Forcepoint Security Products Awareness of EMCON and HMG Security Standards Experience with NIST Cyber Security Framework Experience delivering projects using SAFe (or any other Agile methodology) Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
17/03/2026
Contractor
Role: Principal Technical Architect Duration: 6 months Location: Hemel Hempstead (full time onsite) Clearance: DV Rate: £700 - £750 per day inside IR35 Key Responsibilities: Providing technical leadership Providing fully traceability for contracted requirements and ensuring the solution is fit for service Managing the technical leads within each separate workstreams Providing advice and guidance to development teams as they go about designing and engineering the new solutions Bridging the gap between the technical teams and wider business Dealing with escalations Interfacing with the Design Authority Interfacing with the client to ensure effective decisions are made concerning all aspects of the technical solution Supporting with the recruitment of technical resources and technical resource management Provides advice and guidance to development teams on architectures and application designs Identifies and promotes best practice, including standards, frameworks and documentation Delivers effective technical architecture designs in accordance with agreed scope, time, financial and quality measures Ensures effective client engagement and stakeholder management during assignment (may include management of technology partners and subcontractors) Identifies and manage risk in his/her business activities and take responsibility for reporting risks in a timely, open and appropriate manner Essential Skills 3 years' experience of delivery within a secure Defence (preferred) environment Excellent leadership skills, with experience having managed complex technical solutions, with engineering teams of at least 20 plus resources 5+ years' experience in a senior technical role either managing a technical service provision or as a senior architect working within projects and programs Outstanding communications skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and non-technical audiences Experience managing escalations effectively Experience in managing and supporting major IT transformations (from a technical, not project management perspective). Knowledge and experience of IDAM solutions Demonstrable experience in introducing automation Experience working in a highly secure environment with complex security requirements Desirable Skills Experience with Automation Technologies: Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell Experience with VMware vRealize Product Set Experience with Linux Experience supporting Windows Operating Systems Experience with Forcepoint Security Products Awareness of EMCON and HMG Security Standards Experience with NIST Cyber Security Framework Experience delivering projects using SAFe (or any other Agile methodology) Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Role Overview A growing and well-established Managed Service Provider is looking to bring in an experienced 2nd to 3rd Line IT Support Engineer to join their high performing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced MSP environment and wants exposure to a wide range of technologies, clients, and project work. Your New Role You will be working across both support and project delivery, taking ownership of technical issues and contributing to the ongoing improvement of client environments. Your Responsibilities Administering and supporting Microsoft 365 including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID, Intune and compliance tools Managing Windows and macOS environments Delivering email migrations including cloud to cloud and hybrid setups Supporting and troubleshooting networking equipment including Cisco Meraki, HP Aruba, Ubiquiti and SonicWall Leading infrastructure projects from design through to deployment Using tools such as Datto RMM, Autotask and IT Glue to monitor and manage environments Supporting server, backup, security and firewall configurations Attending client sites when required for installs and issue resolution Working with video conferencing equipment Tech Environment Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Google Workspace Intune, JAMF, Entra ID, Endpoint Manager Cisco Meraki, HP Aruba, Ubiquiti, SonicWall, VLANs Datto RMM, Autotask, IT Glue Security and backup tools including Bitdefender and SaaS protection platforms You Will Have Previous experience in an MSP environment Strong hands-on Microsoft 365 experience end to end Comfortable working across 2nd and 3rd line support Experience with migrations and hybrid environments Strong communication skills and ability to work with a range of users including senior stakeholders Someone proactive, reliable and able to take ownership of issues and projects Desirable Exposure to Linux Experience in creative or production environments
17/03/2026
Full time
Role Overview A growing and well-established Managed Service Provider is looking to bring in an experienced 2nd to 3rd Line IT Support Engineer to join their high performing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced MSP environment and wants exposure to a wide range of technologies, clients, and project work. Your New Role You will be working across both support and project delivery, taking ownership of technical issues and contributing to the ongoing improvement of client environments. Your Responsibilities Administering and supporting Microsoft 365 including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID, Intune and compliance tools Managing Windows and macOS environments Delivering email migrations including cloud to cloud and hybrid setups Supporting and troubleshooting networking equipment including Cisco Meraki, HP Aruba, Ubiquiti and SonicWall Leading infrastructure projects from design through to deployment Using tools such as Datto RMM, Autotask and IT Glue to monitor and manage environments Supporting server, backup, security and firewall configurations Attending client sites when required for installs and issue resolution Working with video conferencing equipment Tech Environment Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Google Workspace Intune, JAMF, Entra ID, Endpoint Manager Cisco Meraki, HP Aruba, Ubiquiti, SonicWall, VLANs Datto RMM, Autotask, IT Glue Security and backup tools including Bitdefender and SaaS protection platforms You Will Have Previous experience in an MSP environment Strong hands-on Microsoft 365 experience end to end Comfortable working across 2nd and 3rd line support Experience with migrations and hybrid environments Strong communication skills and ability to work with a range of users including senior stakeholders Someone proactive, reliable and able to take ownership of issues and projects Desirable Exposure to Linux Experience in creative or production environments
We are exclusively partnering with a fantastic, well-established business based in Bedford to recruit an IT Support Specialist / IT Support Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on IT professional who enjoys providing high-quality support and keeping systems running smoothly. As an IT Support Specialist, you will provide first- and second-line technical support to users across the business, ensuring minimal downtime and a great user experience. You'll be involved in day-to-day IT support, system maintenance, and onboarding/offboarding activities, working across a modern Microsoft-based environment. Key Responsibilities Provide first- and second-line technical support to end users (in person, phone, email, and ticketing system) Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system issues Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices Support operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux Manage user accounts, permissions, and access (Active Directory, Azure AD, email systems) Document issues, resolutions, and procedures within the IT knowledge base Escalate complex technical issues to third parties or senior IT teams when required Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Proven experience in an IT support or helpdesk role Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networking fundamentals Experience using ticketing systems and remote support tools Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles Experience with Active Directory, Office 365, and Azure Active Directory Experience with Microsoft Intune Basic understanding of servers, virtualization, and cloud platforms Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Hybrid working model Salary up to 35,000 (dependent on experience) Opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking business Exposure to a broad and modern IT environment EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
17/03/2026
Full time
We are exclusively partnering with a fantastic, well-established business based in Bedford to recruit an IT Support Specialist / IT Support Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on IT professional who enjoys providing high-quality support and keeping systems running smoothly. As an IT Support Specialist, you will provide first- and second-line technical support to users across the business, ensuring minimal downtime and a great user experience. You'll be involved in day-to-day IT support, system maintenance, and onboarding/offboarding activities, working across a modern Microsoft-based environment. Key Responsibilities Provide first- and second-line technical support to end users (in person, phone, email, and ticketing system) Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system issues Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices Support operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux Manage user accounts, permissions, and access (Active Directory, Azure AD, email systems) Document issues, resolutions, and procedures within the IT knowledge base Escalate complex technical issues to third parties or senior IT teams when required Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Proven experience in an IT support or helpdesk role Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networking fundamentals Experience using ticketing systems and remote support tools Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles Experience with Active Directory, Office 365, and Azure Active Directory Experience with Microsoft Intune Basic understanding of servers, virtualization, and cloud platforms Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Hybrid working model Salary up to 35,000 (dependent on experience) Opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking business Exposure to a broad and modern IT environment EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
We are seeking a Senior VMware Engineer to support a large enterprise virtual infrastructure environment in the North West. This role is focused on modern VMware platform engineering rather than 3rd line support. The successful contractor will work across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), NSX-T and enterprise vSphere environments, supporting infrastructure modernisation and optimisation initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Deploy and support VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments Configure and manage NSX-T (Edge nodes, T0/VRF, DFW, routing) Administer and optimise vSphere/ESXi clusters Support vSAN and storage integration VM life cycle management (Linux & Windows) Performance tuning and capacity planning Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis Work alongside infrastructure, security and networking teams Required Experience: Strong enterprise VMware engineering background (5+ years) Hands-on VMware Cloud Foundation experience Proven NSX-T implementation and configuration experience vSphere/ESXi cluster design and support Automation skills (PowerCLI, PowerShell, Ansible or similar) Experience in large, complex environments Environment: Enterprise-scale, multi-tenant infrastructure supporting critical systems. This is ideally 2 days onsite in the North West , with some flexibility depending on location. If you are a hands-on VMware platform engineer with strong NSX-T experience and are available for a new contract, please apply with your CV.
17/03/2026
Contractor
We are seeking a Senior VMware Engineer to support a large enterprise virtual infrastructure environment in the North West. This role is focused on modern VMware platform engineering rather than 3rd line support. The successful contractor will work across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), NSX-T and enterprise vSphere environments, supporting infrastructure modernisation and optimisation initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Deploy and support VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments Configure and manage NSX-T (Edge nodes, T0/VRF, DFW, routing) Administer and optimise vSphere/ESXi clusters Support vSAN and storage integration VM life cycle management (Linux & Windows) Performance tuning and capacity planning Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis Work alongside infrastructure, security and networking teams Required Experience: Strong enterprise VMware engineering background (5+ years) Hands-on VMware Cloud Foundation experience Proven NSX-T implementation and configuration experience vSphere/ESXi cluster design and support Automation skills (PowerCLI, PowerShell, Ansible or similar) Experience in large, complex environments Environment: Enterprise-scale, multi-tenant infrastructure supporting critical systems. This is ideally 2 days onsite in the North West , with some flexibility depending on location. If you are a hands-on VMware platform engineer with strong NSX-T experience and are available for a new contract, please apply with your CV.
CONTRACT - 6-12 MONTHS INITAL LOCATION - STEVENAGE (3X ONSITE) An multinational pharma company are looking for a Senior Linux HPC Engineer. The position requires hands-on expertise with high-end Workstation hardware and scientific applications, as well as a strong background in HPC techniques, including clustering and workload management with tools like Slurm. The ideal candidate will be proficient in RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8 & 9) and have experience with scientific and high-performance computing environments and will also have excellent stakeholder relationship skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to various stakeholders, ensuring our scientists receive top-tier in-person support onsite. Key Responsibilities Enterprise Linux Administration: Administer, configure, and maintain RHEL environments (specifically RHEL 8 & 9) ensuring stability, performance, and security. Provide hands-on support with high-end Workstation hardware for scientists, promptly addressing hardware and software issues. Scientific and HPC Support: Offer technical support to scientific users, bridging the gap between research demands and IT infrastructure. Leverage any scientific computing experience to optimise system performance and manage specialized applications. Assist with management of high-performance compute resources, including experience with Slurm, clustering, and related HPC technologies. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Work closely with other technical teams and stakeholders to align IT services with organizational needs. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, communicating complex technical concepts. Provide in-person support onsite to ensure effective resolution of issues and a high level of customer satisfaction. Service Management and Process Improvement: Utilise ServiceNow for tracking incidents, managing change requests, and ensuring timely resolution of service tickets. Implement and follow IT best practices for incident management, performance monitoring, and network troubleshooting. Additional Technical Duties: Manage SSL certificates and configure web Servers as needed. Monitor and troubleshoot system performance issues, including understanding the impact of GPUs, networking, and other hardware components. Handle vendor relationships effectively, coordinating with external partners to resolve issues and optimise service delivery. Required Qualifications/Expectations: Technical Expertise: Minimum 10 years of enterprise IT experience with extensive hands-on expertise in RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), specifically RHEL 8 & 9. Proven experience with high-end Workstation hardware setups and scientific application support. Demonstrated knowledge of scientific computing and experience in high performance compute environments, including experience with Slurm and clustering, is highly desirable. Strong troubleshooting skills for both hardware and software issues. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders at various levels. Experience working collaboratively with other technical teams to resolve complex problems and drive operational improvements. Strong stakeholder relationship building skills and the ability to manage vendor relationships effectively. Additional Desirable Skills : Working knowledge of ServiceNow and its application in incident and service management. Familiarity with networking concepts, performance monitoring tools, and GPU technologies. Any experience with scientific applications will be a significant advantage. Onsite Requirement: Must be able to work onsite to provide in-person technical support to scientists and ensure optimal system performance, so a minimum of 3 days a week is required to build relationships with stakeholders and also must be willing to come to site at short notice as we have physical kit we need to support onsite.
16/03/2026
Contractor
CONTRACT - 6-12 MONTHS INITAL LOCATION - STEVENAGE (3X ONSITE) An multinational pharma company are looking for a Senior Linux HPC Engineer. The position requires hands-on expertise with high-end Workstation hardware and scientific applications, as well as a strong background in HPC techniques, including clustering and workload management with tools like Slurm. The ideal candidate will be proficient in RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8 & 9) and have experience with scientific and high-performance computing environments and will also have excellent stakeholder relationship skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to various stakeholders, ensuring our scientists receive top-tier in-person support onsite. Key Responsibilities Enterprise Linux Administration: Administer, configure, and maintain RHEL environments (specifically RHEL 8 & 9) ensuring stability, performance, and security. Provide hands-on support with high-end Workstation hardware for scientists, promptly addressing hardware and software issues. Scientific and HPC Support: Offer technical support to scientific users, bridging the gap between research demands and IT infrastructure. Leverage any scientific computing experience to optimise system performance and manage specialized applications. Assist with management of high-performance compute resources, including experience with Slurm, clustering, and related HPC technologies. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Work closely with other technical teams and stakeholders to align IT services with organizational needs. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, communicating complex technical concepts. Provide in-person support onsite to ensure effective resolution of issues and a high level of customer satisfaction. Service Management and Process Improvement: Utilise ServiceNow for tracking incidents, managing change requests, and ensuring timely resolution of service tickets. Implement and follow IT best practices for incident management, performance monitoring, and network troubleshooting. Additional Technical Duties: Manage SSL certificates and configure web Servers as needed. Monitor and troubleshoot system performance issues, including understanding the impact of GPUs, networking, and other hardware components. Handle vendor relationships effectively, coordinating with external partners to resolve issues and optimise service delivery. Required Qualifications/Expectations: Technical Expertise: Minimum 10 years of enterprise IT experience with extensive hands-on expertise in RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), specifically RHEL 8 & 9. Proven experience with high-end Workstation hardware setups and scientific application support. Demonstrated knowledge of scientific computing and experience in high performance compute environments, including experience with Slurm and clustering, is highly desirable. Strong troubleshooting skills for both hardware and software issues. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to engage and build relationships with stakeholders at various levels. Experience working collaboratively with other technical teams to resolve complex problems and drive operational improvements. Strong stakeholder relationship building skills and the ability to manage vendor relationships effectively. Additional Desirable Skills : Working knowledge of ServiceNow and its application in incident and service management. Familiarity with networking concepts, performance monitoring tools, and GPU technologies. Any experience with scientific applications will be a significant advantage. Onsite Requirement: Must be able to work onsite to provide in-person technical support to scientists and ensure optimal system performance, so a minimum of 3 days a week is required to build relationships with stakeholders and also must be willing to come to site at short notice as we have physical kit we need to support onsite.
Are you a Software professional with a background in DSP and have exposure to developing 5G applications? If so I'd like to speak with you! A well-established R&D organisation who are also a market leader, are looking to rapidly expand their engineering team and as such are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their development team near Leicestershire. As an Embedded Software Engineer you will have a background in Digital Signal Processing and a working knowledge of communications systems engineering. To successful candidate for the Embedded Software Engineer job will have a mixture of embedded/bare metal experience alongside an understanding of implementing communication signal processing algorithms such as DDCs, filters, FFTs. Skills/Experience required for the Embedded Software Engineer job include: - BEng/BSc or MSc/Meng within Engineering (Ideally Electronics, Telecommunication or similar) - Experience in DSP Algorithm simulation and 5G development - Experience in Bare Metal/ Embedded C - Experience with progamming through Linux Experience of the following would be advantageous: - Experience with Yocto-based Board Support Packages - Cross compilers (C++ ARM cross-compiler GCC Version 4.3.3) - FreeRTOS experience - Experience with typical embedded control peripherals (i.E. RAM, Flash, UART, PWM, A/D, CAN, I2C and SPI) - Cortex M3/M4 Microcontrollers or similar. - Experience of efficient implementation of communications DSP algorithms (such as FFT, filtering DDC etc.) In VHDL This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, highly profitable company investing heavily in R&D. This is a great chance for a Embedded Software Engineer to join a consistently growing technology company offering great training and career progression opportunities. To apply for the Embedded Software Engineer job please send your CV to Kyle Graveney removed)
15/03/2026
Full time
Are you a Software professional with a background in DSP and have exposure to developing 5G applications? If so I'd like to speak with you! A well-established R&D organisation who are also a market leader, are looking to rapidly expand their engineering team and as such are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their development team near Leicestershire. As an Embedded Software Engineer you will have a background in Digital Signal Processing and a working knowledge of communications systems engineering. To successful candidate for the Embedded Software Engineer job will have a mixture of embedded/bare metal experience alongside an understanding of implementing communication signal processing algorithms such as DDCs, filters, FFTs. Skills/Experience required for the Embedded Software Engineer job include: - BEng/BSc or MSc/Meng within Engineering (Ideally Electronics, Telecommunication or similar) - Experience in DSP Algorithm simulation and 5G development - Experience in Bare Metal/ Embedded C - Experience with progamming through Linux Experience of the following would be advantageous: - Experience with Yocto-based Board Support Packages - Cross compilers (C++ ARM cross-compiler GCC Version 4.3.3) - FreeRTOS experience - Experience with typical embedded control peripherals (i.E. RAM, Flash, UART, PWM, A/D, CAN, I2C and SPI) - Cortex M3/M4 Microcontrollers or similar. - Experience of efficient implementation of communications DSP algorithms (such as FFT, filtering DDC etc.) In VHDL This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, highly profitable company investing heavily in R&D. This is a great chance for a Embedded Software Engineer to join a consistently growing technology company offering great training and career progression opportunities. To apply for the Embedded Software Engineer job please send your CV to Kyle Graveney removed)
Senior Firmware Engineer Cambridge 80-90k dependant on experience My client is looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer to join a small, high-impact signal processing team. You will take ownership of the full embedded firmware stack, from initial investigation through to integration and release, working with a high degree of autonomy on cutting-edge communication technology. Responsibilities Design and maintain C firmware for TI DSPs and ARM aarch64 Linux platforms Implement and optimize MAC/RLC protocol stacks for GERAN, UTRAN, E-UTRAN, and NR Collaborate with FPGA teams to manage Xilinx SoC data paths and DMA transfers Requirements Extensive experience in C for resource-constrained targets, including deep knowledge of memory layout, linker scripts, and drivers for SPI, I2C, and DMA. Strong command of DSP fundamentals and 3GPP standards Several years of commercial experience in cellular or RF firmware. Bonus Skills Familiarity with TI DSP architecture or Xilinx SoC development toolchains Experience with open-source SDR tools like srsRAN or PCI-based host-to-DSP communication architectures. If you are a proactive problem-solver ready to take ownership of complex firmware challenges, apply today!
14/03/2026
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer Cambridge 80-90k dependant on experience My client is looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer to join a small, high-impact signal processing team. You will take ownership of the full embedded firmware stack, from initial investigation through to integration and release, working with a high degree of autonomy on cutting-edge communication technology. Responsibilities Design and maintain C firmware for TI DSPs and ARM aarch64 Linux platforms Implement and optimize MAC/RLC protocol stacks for GERAN, UTRAN, E-UTRAN, and NR Collaborate with FPGA teams to manage Xilinx SoC data paths and DMA transfers Requirements Extensive experience in C for resource-constrained targets, including deep knowledge of memory layout, linker scripts, and drivers for SPI, I2C, and DMA. Strong command of DSP fundamentals and 3GPP standards Several years of commercial experience in cellular or RF firmware. Bonus Skills Familiarity with TI DSP architecture or Xilinx SoC development toolchains Experience with open-source SDR tools like srsRAN or PCI-based host-to-DSP communication architectures. If you are a proactive problem-solver ready to take ownership of complex firmware challenges, apply today!
Junior .NET Developer Hybrid / Reading 30k to 40k Purpose of the Role The Junior .NET Developer will support the development and maintenance of software applications within a collaborative engineering team. Working under the guidance of more experienced developers, the role will contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of software components while developing technical expertise and professional skills. The successful candidate will apply agreed development standards, tools, and practices while assisting in the design and implementation of software solutions. This role provides an opportunity to develop practical experience across the full software development lifecycle and contribute to the delivery of reliable, high-quality applications. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development and enhancement of software applications and components using .NET technologies. Contribute to the maintenance and support of existing systems, including assisting with bug investigation and resolution. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in line with established coding standards. Work with senior developers to implement application features and enhancements. Use source control systems and branching strategies in line with team practices. Support the documentation of technical designs and development work across the software development lifecycle. Participate in code reviews and team collaboration activities to support quality and knowledge sharing. Assist in testing and validating software functionality to ensure reliability and performance. Contribute to team discussions and Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential Working knowledge of Microsoft .NET and C#. Familiarity with .NET Core / .NET development. Basic understanding of relational databases such as MySQL or MariaDB. Exposure to version control systems and collaborative development workflows (e.g., Git). Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle. Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a development team. Desirable Exposure to containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker). Awareness of message queue technologies such as RabbitMQ. Familiarity with Azure DevOps for work management or source control. Some experience or interest in Python, C++, image processing, or geospatial calculations. Exposure to Linux environments. Understanding of Agile development practices.
13/03/2026
Full time
Junior .NET Developer Hybrid / Reading 30k to 40k Purpose of the Role The Junior .NET Developer will support the development and maintenance of software applications within a collaborative engineering team. Working under the guidance of more experienced developers, the role will contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of software components while developing technical expertise and professional skills. The successful candidate will apply agreed development standards, tools, and practices while assisting in the design and implementation of software solutions. This role provides an opportunity to develop practical experience across the full software development lifecycle and contribute to the delivery of reliable, high-quality applications. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development and enhancement of software applications and components using .NET technologies. Contribute to the maintenance and support of existing systems, including assisting with bug investigation and resolution. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in line with established coding standards. Work with senior developers to implement application features and enhancements. Use source control systems and branching strategies in line with team practices. Support the documentation of technical designs and development work across the software development lifecycle. Participate in code reviews and team collaboration activities to support quality and knowledge sharing. Assist in testing and validating software functionality to ensure reliability and performance. Contribute to team discussions and Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential Working knowledge of Microsoft .NET and C#. Familiarity with .NET Core / .NET development. Basic understanding of relational databases such as MySQL or MariaDB. Exposure to version control systems and collaborative development workflows (e.g., Git). Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle. Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a development team. Desirable Exposure to containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker). Awareness of message queue technologies such as RabbitMQ. Familiarity with Azure DevOps for work management or source control. Some experience or interest in Python, C++, image processing, or geospatial calculations. Exposure to Linux environments. Understanding of Agile development practices.
About Us DTC A Codan Company is a technology company based in Whiteley, Hampshire. We specialise in the research and development of wireless and critical RF communication systems. Our Engineers work at the edge of what is scientifically possible, using every advancement in technology to our advantage. Our technology is deployed by our customers to give them an unrivalled ability to wirelessly transmit data over long ranges with high reliability and security. We are well established across multiple markets such as military and defence, uncrewed vehicles such as drones, police and government, and broadcast technology. About the Role At DTC, our Embedded Engineers enjoy a varied role with a steady stream of challenging new projects to work on. You will program in C++ for embedded applications and sometimes in C for low-level Linux kernel device drivers. If you have experience in DSP or VHDL/FPGA, those skills will be put to good use, or could be developed as part of your ongoing training and professional development. Most of our Embedded Engineers enjoy getting hands-on with hardware as well, although we do have a dedicated Hardware and RF Team who take care of most of the heavy lifting. Why work at DTC We celebrate and recognise success, take pride in our culture, and enjoy working alongside highly skilled colleagues on ground-breaking technology that fuels the continued success of the business. We offer a flexible working environment, competitive salaries, a great benefits package, and ensure that our Engineers receive world-class training and development. Interested in finding out more? Click apply today and we will contact suitable candidates for an informal discussion. Successful applicants will need to be able to undergo Security Clearance, although employment can commence prior to this being obtained.
13/03/2026
Full time
About Us DTC A Codan Company is a technology company based in Whiteley, Hampshire. We specialise in the research and development of wireless and critical RF communication systems. Our Engineers work at the edge of what is scientifically possible, using every advancement in technology to our advantage. Our technology is deployed by our customers to give them an unrivalled ability to wirelessly transmit data over long ranges with high reliability and security. We are well established across multiple markets such as military and defence, uncrewed vehicles such as drones, police and government, and broadcast technology. About the Role At DTC, our Embedded Engineers enjoy a varied role with a steady stream of challenging new projects to work on. You will program in C++ for embedded applications and sometimes in C for low-level Linux kernel device drivers. If you have experience in DSP or VHDL/FPGA, those skills will be put to good use, or could be developed as part of your ongoing training and professional development. Most of our Embedded Engineers enjoy getting hands-on with hardware as well, although we do have a dedicated Hardware and RF Team who take care of most of the heavy lifting. Why work at DTC We celebrate and recognise success, take pride in our culture, and enjoy working alongside highly skilled colleagues on ground-breaking technology that fuels the continued success of the business. We offer a flexible working environment, competitive salaries, a great benefits package, and ensure that our Engineers receive world-class training and development. Interested in finding out more? Click apply today and we will contact suitable candidates for an informal discussion. Successful applicants will need to be able to undergo Security Clearance, although employment can commence prior to this being obtained.
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
13/03/2026
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
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Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Linux/6 months/Contract/£550/DV Clearance/Milton Keynes The Linux SME will deliver expert support for enterprise Linux platforms operating within a secure, assured infrastructure. The role will focus on system stability, performance, security and troubleshooting across a range of Linux-based services. The role will include supporting and delivering Linux based development activities, including building and maintaining development environments, containerising applications and services, and supporting modern deployment approaches alongside traditional platform operations and Objectives: Desirable qualifications RHCSA - Red Hat Certified System Administrator, or RHCE - Red Hat Certified Engineer, or LFCS - Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator Or LPIC 1 or LPIC 2 (Linux Professional Institute) This role requires the successful candidate to already hold DV clearance due to the nature of the project and work.
13/03/2026
Seasonal
Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Linux/6 months/Contract/£550/DV Clearance/Milton Keynes The Linux SME will deliver expert support for enterprise Linux platforms operating within a secure, assured infrastructure. The role will focus on system stability, performance, security and troubleshooting across a range of Linux-based services. The role will include supporting and delivering Linux based development activities, including building and maintaining development environments, containerising applications and services, and supporting modern deployment approaches alongside traditional platform operations and Objectives: Desirable qualifications RHCSA - Red Hat Certified System Administrator, or RHCE - Red Hat Certified Engineer, or LFCS - Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator Or LPIC 1 or LPIC 2 (Linux Professional Institute) This role requires the successful candidate to already hold DV clearance due to the nature of the project and work.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer Cambridge Are you a highly experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for problem-solving across the full product lifecycle? My client developed highly precise scientific instruments & sensors. Responsibilities as an Embedded Linux Software Engineer : Design and develop bare metal, RTOS, and DSP algorithm embedded software using C/C++ on ARM Cortex MCUs Create production support software, like test jig interfaces and calibration tools Troubleshoot hardware issues, perform fault finding, and resolve system-level problems Requirements: 5+ of Embedded Firmware/Software engineering experience Strong experience in embedded software development and debugging using C/C++ (bare metal, RTOS) Solid knowledge of MCU peripheral control (UART, I2C, SPI, USB, MODBUS, DMA, etc.) Solid understanding of Digital Signal Processing Apply now to be part of a company developing highly complex sensing technologies, and take your embedded software skills to the next level today!
13/03/2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer Cambridge Are you a highly experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for problem-solving across the full product lifecycle? My client developed highly precise scientific instruments & sensors. Responsibilities as an Embedded Linux Software Engineer : Design and develop bare metal, RTOS, and DSP algorithm embedded software using C/C++ on ARM Cortex MCUs Create production support software, like test jig interfaces and calibration tools Troubleshoot hardware issues, perform fault finding, and resolve system-level problems Requirements: 5+ of Embedded Firmware/Software engineering experience Strong experience in embedded software development and debugging using C/C++ (bare metal, RTOS) Solid knowledge of MCU peripheral control (UART, I2C, SPI, USB, MODBUS, DMA, etc.) Solid understanding of Digital Signal Processing Apply now to be part of a company developing highly complex sensing technologies, and take your embedded software skills to the next level today!
Senior Embedded Software Engineer £60-70k St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. You ll be responsible for developing firmware & software, leading the software development team, and innovating the next generation of concepts. Responsibilities as an Embedded Software Engineer: Design, develop, optimise, and thoroughly test firmware and software for execution on bare-metal processors and embedded Linux/RTOS platforms Lead a cross-functional team of hardware and software engineers to define the requirements and lead the software development life cycle Requirements: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS-based systems, with high proficiency in high-performance C/C++. Extensive knowledge of various communication protocols (e.g., TCP/UDP, SPI/I2C, CAN, RS232) High-level familiarity with electronics/schematics, and strong numerical/analytical skills Desirable skills for an Embedded Software Engineer: Experience developing on Arm Cortex platforms utilising either RTOS or bare metal Working knowledge of embedded security Experience with other embedded or high-level prototyping languages such as Rust, C#, or Python Apply now to develop the next generation of high-precision control software! Platform Recruitment: Platform recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more.
13/03/2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer £60-70k St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. You ll be responsible for developing firmware & software, leading the software development team, and innovating the next generation of concepts. Responsibilities as an Embedded Software Engineer: Design, develop, optimise, and thoroughly test firmware and software for execution on bare-metal processors and embedded Linux/RTOS platforms Lead a cross-functional team of hardware and software engineers to define the requirements and lead the software development life cycle Requirements: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS-based systems, with high proficiency in high-performance C/C++. Extensive knowledge of various communication protocols (e.g., TCP/UDP, SPI/I2C, CAN, RS232) High-level familiarity with electronics/schematics, and strong numerical/analytical skills Desirable skills for an Embedded Software Engineer: Experience developing on Arm Cortex platforms utilising either RTOS or bare metal Working knowledge of embedded security Experience with other embedded or high-level prototyping languages such as Rust, C#, or Python Apply now to develop the next generation of high-precision control software! Platform Recruitment: Platform recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more.
