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RedTech Recruitment
RedTech Recruitment

Software Engineer

Cambridge, England, United KingdomGBP 60,000 - 80,000 on site

About the Role

About the Role

The Software Engineer role at RedTech Recruitment involves designing and developing innovative software solutions in a research-driven environment. Candidates will work with technologies such as Python, TypeScript, Rust, and Golang to tackle complex real-world challenges as part of a world-class engineering team.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop and enhance innovative software products and platforms, working primarily with Python, TypeScript, Rust and/or Golang.
  • Contribute to both greenfield development projects and the enhancement of existing systems.
  • Prototype new concepts and evaluate their technical feasibility.
  • Collaborate with engineers, researchers and technical stakeholders across multiple disciplines.
  • Analyse complex technical problems and develop robust solutions.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of software quality, performance and scalability.
  • Develop expertise across a broad range of technologies and technical domains.
  • Contribute to technical discussions and help shape engineering approaches and solutions.
  • Depending on experience and expertise, provide technical direction, support other engineers and contribute to higher-level technical decisions.

Who You Are

  • Strong commercial software engineering experience with ONE or more of Python, TypeScript, Rust or Golang / Go.
  • Excellent understanding of modern software engineering principles and practices.
  • Experience developing high-quality, production-ready software.
  • Strong academic background, including a degree in a STEM subject.
  • Experience with Docker.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable tackling complex technical problems where there may not be an established solution.
  • Ability to work both independently and within collaborative engineering teams.
  • An interest in complex technical challenges, data-driven systems and emerging technologies.

Bonus Points

  • Experience with cloud environments, Git, CI/CD, JavaScript, C++ or additional languages from the above technology stack would be beneficial but is not essential.

What the Role Offers

  • The opportunity to solve genuinely complex technical problems where there is not always an obvious or established solution.
  • A high level of technical autonomy, with the freedom to explore new ideas and approaches.
  • The opportunity to specialise in your core language or technology while working across a diverse and technically interesting software environment, including Python, TypeScript, Rust and Golang.

Applications

If you would like to apply for this unique Software Engineering role, then please send your CV via the relevant links!

Please note: Our client cannot currently offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments for your application or during the review process, please highlight this by separately emailing applications@redtech-recruit.com.

Requirements

Software Engineering Experience

Strong commercial software engineering experience with ONE or more of Python, TypeScript, Rust or Golang.

Understanding of Python

For Python-focused candidates, strong understanding of Python concepts such as decorators, generators, context managers and multithreading.

Modern Software Principles

Excellent understanding of modern software engineering principles and practices.

Production-Ready Software

Experience developing high-quality, production-ready software.

STEM Background

Strong academic background, including a degree in a STEM subject.

Nice to Have

Docker Experience

Experience with Docker is beneficial.

Cloud Environments

Experience with cloud environments, Git, CI/CD, JavaScript, C++ or additional languages from the above technology stack would be beneficial.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Comprehensive benefits package, including private health for family.

Enhanced Pension

Includes an enhanced pension plan.

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Posted9/8/2026
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