Job Specifications
Junior Developer (Mathematical Optimisation)
We are looking for a junior developer who enjoys working at the intersection of software engineering and mathematical optimisation. This role suits someone who likes building well structured Python code while also understanding how models, constraints, and solvers are used to tackle real world problems.
You will be joining a small technical team working on optimisation driven software that has direct operational impact. The focus is on writing production ready code while gradually developing deeper modelling and optimisation expertise.
Software Engineering
Writing clean, maintainable Python code for optimisation workflows and data pipelines
Implementing model building logic, scenario generation, and result processing components
Writing unit tests and contributing to automated testing and continuous integration
Working with APIs, databases, and internal services to ingest and prepare data
Collaborating with more experienced engineers on architecture, refactoring, and performance improvements
Mathematical Optimisation
Assisting with the formulation of optimisation problems such as linear, mixed integer, or related models
Translating real world requirements into variables, constraints, and objective functions
Building and maintaining optimisation models using tools such as Pyomo, PuLP, OR Tools, or similar
Running experiments, analysing solver outputs, and helping diagnose infeasibilities or performance issues
Developing a strong appreciation for testing and validation within optimisation systems
What we are looking for:
Essential
Good programming skills in Python
Understanding of core software engineering concepts, data structures, and algorithms
Some exposure to mathematical optimisation through university modules, projects, or internships
Experience working with numerical or data libraries such as NumPy and pandas
Basic understanding of optimisation concepts including constraints, objectives, and feasibility
Nice to have
Experience with optimisation frameworks such as Pyomo, OR Tools, Gurobi, or CPLEX
Familiarity with common modelling patterns
Interest in performance, scalability, or parallel processing
Experience with automated testing
Familiarity with Git, Docker, or cloud based environments
About you
Curious and analytical, with an interest in learning new mathematical and technical concepts
Practical in your approach, able to balance model elegance with real world constraints
Comfortable explaining technical ideas to non technical colleagues
Enjoy working in collaborative, cross functional teams
What the role offers
Hands on experience working on real optimisation problems with tangible impact
Mentorship from experienced engineers and optimisation specialists
A clear development path into a hybrid role spanning software engineering and optimisation
Long term progression toward optimisation engineering or applied research roles
About the Company
"Intelligence in Every Thought, Intellect in Every Hire."
Welcome to Intellect Group, where we redefine recruitment excellence with a focus on Data, Technology, and Sustainability. With a strong presence in the UK, USA, EU, and UAE, we are dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with leading organisations.
Why Intellect Group?
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