Software Engineer (Newcastle Upon Tyne)

Software Engineer (master’s Level)

Location: Newcastle, UK (On-site)

Team: (14–15 people)

Domain: Computational Geometry, C++ Engineering, EDA Software

Ready to do interesting work with global impact?

Join a tight-knit engineering team within a world-leading semiconductor company (12,000+ employees worldwide). Based in Newcastle, the team builds high-performance, algorithmically complex software that helps design the world’s most advanced chips and systems.

You’ll work on technically rich problems involving computational geometry , data structure design , and geometry-based optimization - all within a fast-moving team that combines startup energy with the resources and reach of a global tech leader.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Contributing to the development of advanced tools used in semiconductor and systems design
• Solving complex algorithmic and geometric problems in real-world production environments
• Applying and deepening your expertise in modern C++ for performance-critical applications
• Collaborating with highly experienced engineers in a research-driven environment
• Inventing and implementing solutions to spatial layout, routing, and constraint-based challenges

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Have a first-class degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering
• Hold a master’s degree , or a bachelor’s with 4–5 years of strong algorithmic/software experience
• Are fluent or confident in C++ , and excited to grow further in that space
• Have an interest in geometry manipulation , algorithmic complexity , or performance engineering
• Are curious, analytical, and enjoy thinking deeply about difficult problems
• Communicate clearly and enjoy solving problems as part of a team

Why Join?

• Contribute to software that operates at the heart of global semiconductor design
• Tackle deep technical challenges with real-world impact - geometry, constraints, algorithms
• Be part of a team where over 50% hold PhDs and every member brings strong academic and technical rigour
• Join a workplace where intellectual curiosity , original thinking , and collaboration are actively encouraged
• Live and work in Newcastle , with its low cost of living, vibrant tech scene, and access to coast and countryside
• Enjoy a two-year personalised onboarding and development plan to help you grow fast

Other Details:

• Full-time, on-site role in Newcastle
• 6-month probation (may be shortened based on performance)
• Long-term career potential in a world-class engineering team

Ready to build the future of chip design through deep technical work? We'd love to hear from you.