Role: Python Software Engineer
Location: Bristol
Length: 6 Months
Rate: £50-55/hour Outside IR35
Join a project developing next-gen communication terminals. You'll design and deliver Python-based RF test and calibration software that drives real hardware performance.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Design, implementation, and testing of software features in Python
Translate requirements into a detailed design that is functional and efficient.
Employ good practices to ensure appropriate quality, modifiability, extensibility etc.
High quality software development, including design, implementation, hardware interaction, testing, and release.
Usage of testing automation tools.
Interaction with the RF Testing team and other engineering disciplines to jointly optimize and verify the overall system performance.
What You'll Bring
Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Systems, or related engineering field
Strong Python skills; experience with frameworks like Django, Tkinter, or Matplotlib
Knowledge of version control and CI/CD pipelines
Comfortable across the full software lifecycle - from design to testing and maintenance
Detail-driven, proactive, and able to work independently or in an agile team
Thrive in a fast-moving, high-tech environment
Bonus Skills
Background in satellite or wireless communications
Experience with MATLAB, Linux, or hardware interfaces (Serial, Ethernet, SPI, CAN)
Familiar with tools like GitHub, Jira, and Confluence
Understanding of RF testing, instrumentation, and signal processing principles.
To apply, submit your application here or send your updated CV