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Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited jobs

Software Engineer (Numerical Modelling, AI/ML)

£41,000 - 81,000
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Bury Street, Guildford
£41,000 - 81,000
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5k+
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Company Type
Services
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Senior
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- A Masters or PhD Degree in Computing or STEM disciplines. - Proven experience working at the interface of research and software development. - Experience in an R&D environment using compiled systems languages (C++, C#) or high-level scientific languages (e.g., Python, Julia). - Strong background in scientific computing, numerical methods, or computational modelling. - Desirable experience in machine learning, optimization, control, or probabilistic modelling. - Familiarity with digital twins, agentic systems, reinforcement learning, or advanced optimization.

Technologies

AI
C#
Machine Learning

Responsibilities

- Join the Innovation Team to drive early stage technical innovation. - Research and prototype new modelling, optimization, AI, and simulation methods. - Design algorithms and numerical techniques for complex scientific or engineering challenges. - Collaborate closely with researchers and engineers on promising concepts. - Define good technical practices and ensure strong code quality through testing and documentation. - Take full ownership of technical workstreams from initial concepts through to integration.

Description


We are a leading software provider looking to enhance our engineering team with an experienced C++/Python Software or Research Engineer. Our head office is located in Guildford, close to the University, with excellent transport links throughout Surrey and the South East. We are a well-established business with a strong market position and exciting growth plans, expecting to double our headcount in the next year. Employees benefit from a competitive rewards scheme including a 25% annual bonus, 10% pension match, private healthcare, and 25 days of holiday, along with onsite parking and a modern office environment.
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