Jobs in Cambridge, United Kingdom

MediaTek Cambourne, England, United Kingdom

Join our Cambridge team as a Graduate Software Engineer and enter the cutting-edge world of 5G & 6G semiconductor technology. You'll design, implement, and verify innovative bespoke software, including our sophisticated simulation of a real 5G network. Our powerful software helps MediaTek global R&D to develop and validate embedded software for smartphones, IoT devices, and automotive chips - from pre-silicon to complex field-test scenarios.

We are using AI and automation to make our tools faster, easier to use and cover more complicated use-cases. Our small, friendly local team collaborates with engineers around the world to provide feature-rich Windows GUIs, automated Linux & terminal server backend automation and more.

If you're passionate about solving tough engineering challenges with software and excited about shaping the future of mobile communications, we want to hear from you!

• Software Development: Develop and enhance advanced tools for Linux and Windows environments using C++, C#, and/or Python.
• Global Collaboration: Work closely with R&D teams in the UK, Finland, Taiwan, China, and India, exploring requirements, sharing knowledge and satisfying global chipset projects.
• AI/ML Integration: Add AI/ML enhancements to sophisticated tool chains, improving efficiency, accuracy and automatic monitoring.
• Data Management: Use robust, scalable databases to store, manage, and analyze TBs of data.
• Dashboard & Visualizations: Create and refine web-based dashboards using HTML and JavaScript to present sophisticated data visualizations and insights to users.
• Protocol Exposure: Work with 5G and emerging 6G protocol software, gaining insight into the core technologies driving modern mobile communications.
• Innovation: Identify opportunities to innovate and influence the evolution of our tools, processes, and technologies, making a tangible impact on a global scale.

• Graduated in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong programming skills in at least one object-oriented language (e.g., Java, C++, C#, Python).
• Passion for software development and problem-solving.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

• A full-time, permanent position in our modern open-plan R&D Center near Cambridge.
• The opportunity to work on real, impactful projects in a leading global high-tech company.
• Collaboration with experienced and diverse engineers in a friendly, supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to interact and network with R&D colleagues around the world.
• Exposure to a wide range of programming languages, tools, and technologies, supporting your professional growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A flexible and inclusive workplace that values innovation, learning, and personal development.

Location: This role will be based at our Cambourne office, about 9 miles from Cambridge city centre with frequent direct bus services.

Closing Date: 28-Sept-2025

MediaTek is the world’s 4th largest global fabless semiconductor company. We are market leaders in developing innovative systems-on-chip (SoC) for mobile devices, home entertainment, connectivity and IoT products. We power more than 2 billion devices a year.

Our engineers have a great passion and work ethic, a broad set of technical skills, and are ready to master new technologies and tackle some of the industry’s greatest challenges. We pride ourselves on our global collaborative team culture and a competitive compensation package.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Wireless Services