Join Flexciton, where innovation meets inspiration in the heart of the semiconductor industry. We're pioneers in the 4th industrial revolution, crafting cutting-edge AI solutions tailored for manufacturing. Despite being a startup, we collaborate with global leaders, reshaping the semiconductor landscape.

Semiconductors are the foundation of the future, touching every aspect of our lives. From AI-driven technologies and renewable energy systems to smart devices and healthcare innovations, they are the building blocks of progress. At Flexciton, we simplify chipmaking, unlocking endless possibilities. Together, we're redefining technology's future, fostering a seamless, efficient, and sustainable semiconductor world. Join us in shaping limitless horizons.

About the role

We're seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive technical excellence across our platform while helping shape our engineering culture, practices, and technology choices as we scale. This is a senior individual contributor role combining hands-on development, architectural leadership, and technical mentorship. You'll work across our entire stack, from data processing pipelines to API design, while helping shape our engineering culture and practices.

What you’ll be doing

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Drive architectural decisions that balance innovation with reliability across our Python-based platform

• Design and implement scalable systems that handle complex data processing and optimization workflows

• Establish technical standards and best practices for the engineering team

• Provide technical mentorship and code review leadership

• Evaluate and guide adoption of new technologies to improve system performance and reliability

• Lead strategic technical initiatives including potential language/framework migrations

Platform Development

• Build robust data processing pipelines that handle semiconductor fab data at scale

• Develop and enhance our REST APIs and microservices architecture

• Create frameworks that enable rapid prototyping while maintaining production quality

• Implement complex data science workflows in production-grade Python

Engineering Excellence

• Champion software engineering best practices including testing, CI/CD, and monitoring

• Drive improvements in system reliability, performance, and maintainability

• Collaborate with optimization engineers to translate mathematical models into production code

• Lead technical design reviews and architecture discussions

What we are looking for in you?

Experience:

• Strong track record of technical leadership and mentorship

• Extensive experience building and scaling Python-based systems in production

• Deep understanding of software architecture principles and distributed systems

• Experience with modern development practices including CI/CD, testing, and monitoring

• Background in data-intensive applications and API design

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (preferably Azure)

Interview Process

• Stage 1 - Call with Talent Partner (Charity)

• Stage 2 - Technical Task/Call with member of the team

• Stage 3 - Call with Hiring Manager

• Stage 4 - Final in the office, presentation and meet the Founders

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience

• Stock Options 💰 so when we make it big - so do you!

• L&D Opportunities 📚

• We are determined to continuously develop ourselves, our company and our teams. We have a £500 training allowance for every employee. We also have our mini library where we keep adding books every week. We want to be able to create as many opportunities for our teams' growth .

• Hybrid working model of 3 days in the office (Monday, Tuesdays and Fridays) and 2 days working from home.

• Breakfasts and Snacks 🍩 🍪 🍫 Our office is stocked with snacks, drinks, fruits, cereal.

• Monthly lunches 🍕in the office

• Quarterly team activity or dinner 🍽.

• Annual Team Trip 🌍 Every year, we take our team to an annual retreat where we have strategy workshops, foster our culture and do lots of fun activities.

• Additional day of holiday every year (up to 30 days) after two years of service.

• Season Ticket Loan/Cycle to Work Scheme 🚴

• 2 Weeks Work From Anywhere Policy 💻

Why join us

Welcome to Flexciton, where innovation meets impact! We're not just a startup; we're a powerhouse of creativity, at the forefront of revolutionising the semiconductor industry. Picture this: our software, crafted by brilliant minds like yours, is shaping the very devices you're using right now.

We're not stopping here. We're scaling up, fast. We've been recognised globally as one of the most disruptive companies, and our potential is limitless. Our strength lies in our people – in a space where ideas flow freely, and every voice, including yours, can shape the future.

What we do matters. The factories we optimise create the technology that defines our world, from healthcare breakthroughs to cutting-edge communication devices. Join us, and you're not just joining a team; you're becoming a part of progress, a force that's transforming industries and leaving a mark on the world.

At Flexciton, your passion, your ideas, and your hard work don't just contribute; they drive us forward. There has never been a more exciting time to be a part of our story. Join us, and let's create a future where your innovations don't just matter – they inspire.

At Flexciton, we celebrate diversity and thrive in an inclusive atmosphere. We wholeheartedly embrace equal employment opportunities and believe in making our recruitment process accessible to all. Your unique abilities and perspectives are valued here. If you require any accommodations due to a disability or specific needs, please don't hesitate to inform us. Your comfort and success are our priority. Welcome to a place where everyone belongs.