Experienced Instrument Software Developer

Labman Automation Ltd; Stokesley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation technology company in Stokesley seeks an Experienced Instrument Software Developer to join its Product Development team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in C# .NET development, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You'll be integral to crafting high-quality software that enhances laboratory instruments. The role includes development across the software lifecycle, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring efficient software systems. Attractive benefits include generous holiday entitlement and a company profit share scheme.

Benefits

33 day's annual holiday (rising to 38 over 5 years)

Company profit share scheme

5% employer pension paid on full salary

Travel opportunities

Enhanced maternity pay

Free inhouse gym and sporting facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years commercial experience in C# .NET.
• Experience in Windows desktop application development.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Develop high-quality software using object-oriented principles.
• Support and maintain existing software systems.

Skills

Strong software development skills in Microsoft C# .NET

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Effective communication and collaboration

Ability to work effectively in a team

Willingness to learn and adapt

Tools

Microsoft C# .NET

Windows desktop application development

Job description

Position: Experienced Instrument Software Developer

Location: Labman HQ, Stokesley, North Yorkshire

this is not a remote or hybrid role

Salary: From £45,000 - £65,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-time

Join Labman's Product Development team and help build the software behind the world leading automated laboratory instruments.

At Labman, we create instruments that enable scientists shaping tomorrow’s breakthroughs and you could help turn their theories into ideas by engineering effective, intuitive software. From aesthetic UX/UI to rock solid hardware interfaces, you’ll have creative freedom to influence how our next generation of instruments look, feel, and behave.

Expect to experiment with new technologies, dive into complex hardware integrations, solve real world problems, and collaborate with a team that’s been perfecting automation for over 30 years. You’ll play a key role in shaping long term architectural strategies, choosing technologies and patterns, and ensuring our instruments work in perfect harmony with production and support tools.

If you love crafting seamless communication between software and hardware, thrive on tackling tricky protocols, and enjoy troubleshooting the “impossible”, you’ll fit right in. Come build extraordinary software that scientists around the world will rely on every single day!

What You'll Do:

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle—from concept and design through to coding, testing, deployment, and documentation
• Develop high-quality software using object-oriented principles, primarily in Microsoft C# .NET
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and techniques, and help implement new innovations across future systems
• Follow Labman’s software development processes and contribute to continuous improvements
• Support and maintain existing software systems, ensuring they remain efficient, user-friendly, and easy to support
• Mentor junior colleagues, providing guidance and contributing to their professional growth
• Contribute to the development of software strategies, standards, and internal processes

What You'll Need:

• Minimum 3 years commercial experience in C# .NET
• Strong software development skills in Microsoft C# .NET, including object-oriented design
• Experience in Windows desktop application development
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in a practical, hands-on environment
• Ability to work effectively within a team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and projects
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation
• Effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary project teams
• High level of self-organisation and strong time-management skills
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and adopt new technologies and methods

Company Benefits:

• 33 day's annual holiday (rising to 38 over 5 years) inc. public holidays
• Company profit share scheme
• 5% employer pension paid on full salary
• Travel opportunities in various roles
• Enhanced maternity pay (long service applicable)
• Pool tables, football team, Sim racing
• Free inhouse gym, squash, bouldering wall, and countless clubs

Labman Values:

In it together – We’re a team; a community of mutual support

Excellence – Working and delivering at the very highest quality

Humility – Respecting yourself and others

Sustainability – Recognition that we have an impact on our planet, our company and our community

Fun – Enjoyment in your work