Developer (Networking, Wi-Fi, Linux, Ubuntu, SDN) Contractor required for a leading organisation based in Bristol. This is a Software Developer position related to a wireless & networking project in a Linux (Ubuntu) environment. OUTSIDE OF IR35. Attendance required twice per month on site, in Bristol. General Responsibilities:- Design & implement tools for network equipment management including optimisation focusing on low-latency and high bandwidth e.g. low-level near real-time control loops, 'OpenRAN-style' xApps development Design & implement software agents for communication with network equipment. Develop API wrappers for network equipment Deploy and fine-tune multi-path protocols such as MultiPath-TCP (MP-TCP v0 and v1). Collaboration with teams to design and implement cloud-based solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and infrastructure. Integration of edge applications into network and edge infrastructure Resolve complex technical issues related to network optimization including wireless technology integration Design and implement software agents for communication with network equipment. Ubuntu ( Linux platform ) knowledge and develop MP-TCP or similar multi-access technology protocols Skills required:- Automation Scripting e.g. Python, BASH or similar Linux / Ubuntu RIC (Desirable) SDN ADZN1_UKTJ