SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

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

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
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. xiskglj
* 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