Ibex Talent Solutions
Research And Development Engineer
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About the Role
Our client is a market-leading software company that builds robust, scalable solutions to support mission-critical decisions. They are seeking an innovative R&D Engineer to join their team and drive the future of their product roadmap.
In this role, you will sit at the intersection of software engineering and emerging technology. You will be responsible for exploring new technologies, rapidly prototyping ideas, and building proof-of-concepts that directly influence the company's technical strategy. If you enjoy solving problems that don't yet have clear answers and experimenting with the latest tech, this is the role for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and engineering approaches.
- Build prototypes and experimental software to validate new technical concepts.
- Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) to accelerate experimentation.
- Investigate technical feasibility and scalability for new product ideas.
- Translate research findings into technical recommendations for product development.
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Required Skills & Experience
- Strong software engineering background (C#/.NET, Python, Go, Java, or similar).
- Experience building prototypes or proof-of-concepts.
- Essential: Experience with Event-Driven Architecture.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and modern engineering practices (CI/CD, Cloud).
- A naturally curious mindset with a passion for learning new languages and frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to make evidence-based technical recommendations.
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Desirable
- Experience with XMPP or real-time communication technologies.
- Background in Defence, National Security, or secure environments.
- Knowledge of cloud-native technologies (Docker/Kubernetes).
What’s on Offer
- 4-Day Working Week (Fridays off).
- Hybrid working model (Modern London office).
- Competitive salary & Unlimited holiday.
- Pension scheme & subsidized gym access.
- A collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous learning.
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced architects and technical leaders.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about innovation and ready to shape the future of a leading tech platform, we want to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more details.
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