Systems Engineer - Linux, Networking & Audio Lab
Posted 1 day ago by Principle
£75,000 Per year
Inside
Onsite
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Systems Engineer role focuses on Linux, networking, and audio systems within an advanced lab environment in Cambridge. The position involves hands-on problem solving and supporting prototype devices and data collection setups. It offers a competitive salary and the potential for contract extension. The role is classified as inside IR35 and requires on-site work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and support Linux-based systems and device networks
- Set up and troubleshoot lab equipment, switches, and prototype devices
- Support data collection activities in a controlled environment
- Diagnose issues across hardware, software, and networking
- Improve how systems are set up, maintained, and scaled
Key Skills:
- Strong Linux + scripting (Python or similar)
- Solid networking fundamentals
- Experience working across hardware + software systems
- Comfortable working independently in a small team
- Bonus: audio systems, lab environments, device testing
Salary (Rate): £75,000.00 yearly
City: Cambridge
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Systems Engineer - Linux, Networking & Audio Lab Cambridge | £71-75K | 11-month contract | Onsite
If you're a Linux-heavy Systems Engineer who enjoys working across hardware, networking and real-world systems - this one's a bit different. You'll be working in an advanced lab environment supporting prototype devices, audio systems and data collection setups . Less tickets, more hands-on problem solving.
The offer
Attractive Annual Salary range £71,000 - £75,000 doe 11-month contract (strong extension potential) - inside IR35 (PAYE via Principle HR, weekly pay) 5 days onsite in Cambridge
What you'll actually do
- Build and support Linux-based systems and device networks
- Set up and troubleshoot lab equipment, switches and prototype devices
- Support data collection activities in a controlled environment
- Diagnose issues across hardware, software and networking
- Improve how systems are set up, maintained and scaled
What matters/ expertise
- Strong Linux + scripting (Python or similar)
- Solid networking fundamentals
- Experience working across hardware + software systems
- Comfortable working independently in a small team
- Bonus: audio systems, lab environments, device testing
Why this is worth a look
This isn't a standard IT role. It's hands-on, technical, and gives you real ownership in a research-driven environment.
Apply now
Deadline: Thursday, 11am. Apply ASAP for immediate consideration.