Bath Institute for the Augmented Human (IAH) - Research Software Engineer (SS13850)

About the role

Join the Bath Institute for the Augmented Human (IAH) and help shape the future of human augmentation technologies. As a Research Software Engineer, you will work alongside world-leading researchers to develop innovative software that underpins cutting-edge research in neurotechnology, artificial intelligence, robotics, digital health, wearable technologies and immersive environments. You'll be embedded within one of the University's newest interdisciplinary research institutes while collaborating with the wider Research Software Engineering community to deliver high-quality, sustainable research software.

In this role you will:

• Develop cutting-edge research software that supports pioneering research programmes spanning neurotechnology, AI, robotics, virtual and augmented reality, wearable technologies and digital health.
• Work as an embedded member of a multidisciplinary research institute , collaborating with academics, researchers, clinicians, industry partners and students to translate innovative ideas into robust research software and real-world technologies.
• Design, develop and optimise software solutions using modern software engineering practices, contributing to research publications, translational projects, commercialisation opportunities and software that meets clinical and regulatory standards where appropriate.
• Benefit from the best of both worlds —being line managed within the Institute while working closely with the University's Research Software Engineering Facility, providing access to a wider community of specialist RSEs, peer support, knowledge exchange and professional development opportunities.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative Research Software Engineer who enjoys working at the interface of software engineering and world-leading research. You will be motivated by solving complex technical challenges and developing high-quality software and applications that enable innovative research and deliver real-world impact.

You'll ideally have:

• A degree (or postgraduate qualification) in computer science, software engineering or another computational discipline, or equivalent professional experience in research or industrial software development.
• Experience designing, developing and maintaining software applications using modern software engineering practices, including version control, testing, documentation and continuous improvement.
• Strong programming skills in one or more languages such as Python, C/C++, C#, or MATLAB, with experience adapting, optimising and maintaining existing codebases.
• Experience developing desktop, mobile or cross-platform applications, together with an understanding of user-centred design, user interfaces and application deployment.
• Experience integrating software with external hardware, APIs or cloud-based services.
• Experience working collaboratively with researchers, engineers or multidisciplinary teams to translate requirements into robust software solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to learn new technologies and apply them to novel research challenges.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with colleagues from a range of technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• A proactive, collaborative and adaptable approach, with the confidence to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.

The following experience would be advantageous:

• Developing applications for artificial intelligence, neurotechnology, digital health, wearable technologies, virtual or augmented reality, robotics, or other research-intensive environments.
• Cloud computing, high-performance computing, DevOps or software optimisation.
• Human-computer interaction, signal processing or data analytics.
• Medical or healthcare software, software quality assurance, or regulated software development.
• Working within a university, research or innovation environment.

Further information

This is a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term role.