SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Software Engineer / Software Development Engineer (Backend) – High-Tech Engineering company | Bristol

Location: Bristol / Hybrid (3 days pw onsite)

ARCA Resourcing is proud to be partnering with a cutting-edge engineering company that is redefining real-time simulation technology. Their proprietary systems are raising the bar in dynamic performance across sectors including automotive, motorsport, and beyond.

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer who is eager to grow their career in a hands-on, technically challenging environment. You’ll contribute to software that drives real-world systems, including motion platforms and simulation technology. This is an opportunity to work on truly unique technology with real-world impact.

The Role:

As a Software Engineer, you will:

• Develop and maintain software across platforms including Windows, Linux, web technologies, and real-time controllers.
• Deliver new features and fix issues across a range of new and existing software products.
• Write clean, maintainable code and contribute to robust documentation and specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to capture user requirements and translate them into working solutions.
• Improve software development workflows, tools, and automation practices.
• Participate in code reviews and champion best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• 2–3 years' experience programming in high-level languages (e.g. Python, C++, C#, Java, TypeScript) – gained professionally, academically, or through relevant personal projects.
• An interest in areas such as graphics, user experience, and cross-platform development.
• Familiarity with tools such as Git and Jira.
• Exposure to or curiosity about modern DevOps practices (e.g. containerisation, cloud, CI/CD).
• A passion for software quality and maintainability.
• A growth mindset – open to learning new languages, platforms, and techniques.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, data structures, and algorithmic problem solving.
• Curiosity about cross-platform development, real-time systems, or high-performance computing.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in small, multidisciplinary teams.

What’s in it for you:

• Join a growing company working on world-leading motion systems.
• Get hands-on with real-time systems and software used by high-profile clients.
• Work on meaningful projects with real physical output – your code will move machines.
• Be part of a small, focused team where your contributions truly matter.
• Enjoy a supportive, technically curious environment that values quality and innovation.

What’s in it for you:

• Work on world-class real-time simulation systems with real-world impact.
• Get hands-on experience with real-time software, containerized environments, and cloud platforms.
• Join a small, highly skilled team where your contributions are visible and valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to cutting-edge engineering projects.
• Be part of an innovative, technically curious culture that encourages experimentation and quality software practices.

If you are ready to work on exciting, high-impact projects where your code truly moves machines, apply now via the link below to join this fast-growing team!