Lead Software Engineer – Scientific Instruments (Oxford)

iO Associates; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-tech instrumentation company in the UK seeks an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of software applications for specialized products. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software development using C++, along with proficiency in network protocols and cloud infrastructures. This permanent position offers a salary of up to £75,000 and the opportunity to significantly impact project outcomes within a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with software development in C++, including control systems.
• Proficiency with network and communication protocols.
• Experience with database interactions and cloud infrastructure platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and enhancement of software features within agile project teams.
• Assume ownership of technical solutions across designated projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software team.

Skills

C++

Software development

Network protocols

SQL

Python

Communication protocols

Debugging tools

Agile methodologies

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science

Tools

CMake

GIT

Azure

AWS

Job description

A high-tech instrumentation company in the UK seeks an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of software applications for specialized products. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software development using C++, along with proficiency in network protocols and cloud infrastructures. This permanent position offers a salary of up to £75,000 and the opportunity to significantly impact project outcomes within a hybrid working environment.