Senior Software Engineer (Python/Linux/Distributed Systems) - 12 Month Contract Join a cutting-edge engineering team developing the software platforms that power advanced data collection and research environments. We''re looking for an experienced Software Engineer to maintain and enhance a sophisticated data collection platform used with next-generation wearable devices, multimedia sensors, and distributed systems. You''ll work alongside software engineers, audio/video specialists, and researchers to build reliable, scalable solutions that support innovation at the forefront of technology. Location: Cambridgeshire, UK 5 days onsite 12-month contract, inside ir35 Immediate start preferred What You''ll Be Doing Developing Python-based software for cutting-edge hardware and wearable devices Building and enhancing distributed data collection platforms Automating data processing and validation workflows Deploying, testing, and maintaining system upgrades Monitoring system health and improving operational reliability Troubleshooting software, networking, and device integration issues onsite Collaborating with cross-functional engineering and research teams Designing scalable solutions and contributing to engineering best practices Essential Skills 8+ years of software engineering experience Strong Python development experience Linux administration and Shell Scripting Experience with distributed systems and RESTful services Networking knowledge including IPv4/IPv6, ..... full job details .....