Hays Technology
Software Engineer (AWS, Python, C#/C++, CFD/FEA)
Job Description
Salary: £45,000 - 75,000 per year
Requirements:- We require a Computing or STEM degree, ideally a 2:1 or higher.
- We are looking for candidates with a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in a STEM or Computing discipline, ideally from a Russell Group university.
- We need 2–8 years of commercial software engineering experience.
- You must have written production-grade code in C#, C++ or Python for application development.
- We require experience with AWS and distributed computing.
- Experience with cloud architecture is needed.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes, PostgreSQL and Linux is expected.
- You should have strong knowledge of software design patterns and modern engineering principles.
- Clear communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Experience working in a mechanical engineering environment will stand out.
- Exposure to CFD or FEA would be beneficial.
- You must be able to work from our Oxford head office 3–4 days per week.
- We develop core modules within our engineering design platform.
- We integrate modules into a cloud compute environment.
- We wrap commercial simulation tools and integrate them into automated workflows.
- We help streamline complex engineering processes through high-quality automation.
- We work in an Agile team environment.
- We tackle challenging engineering problems and build proprietary software that makes an impact.
- We collaborate closely with internal teams.
- We help guide the team and confidently push back when needed.
- We support the delivery of innovative solutions in a rapidly growing business.
- AWS
- C#
- Cloud
- Support
- Kubernetes
- Linux
- PostgreSQL
- Python
- C++
- Django
- Embedded
- JavaScript
- Machine Learning
- TypeScript
- Vue
- Web
More:
We are a cutting-edge engineering and technology organisation that has grown rapidly in the UK and is now expanding into global markets. Founded by world-leading experts in science and software, we are redefining how high-performance components and instruments are designed. This is an exciting time to join our Oxford-based team, with solid progression opportunities, a bright future backed by investment, and a customer list that includes some of the worlds leading tech, automotive, aerospace and engineering brands. We offer 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, flexible working hours, a pension with a 9% employer contribution, private healthcare covering dental and health screening, company share options, local discount schemes including gym membership, and on-site parking.
last updated 36 week of 2026
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