Principal Software Engineer

Stratasys Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading 3D printing company in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Software Developer to solve complex visualization challenges. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in development with strong knowledge in C++ and TypeScript. Responsibilities include designing new features, mentoring other engineers, and collaborating using modern development tools. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work schedule.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Relaxed informal work environment

Quarterly team events

Free beverages and fruit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Healthcare and dental cover

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a senior programming role.
• Deep knowledge of C++ or TypeScript.
• Experience in CAD programming or geometric modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new software features.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and maintain existing code.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to other engineers.

Skills

C++

TypeScript

React

OpenGL

WebGL

C#

Mathematics

Education

BSc or BA in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft development tools

JIRA

Google Docs

Metabase

Job description

Software Developer (CAD/Geometry/Graphics) – Cambridge, UK

Hybrid – 3 days a week

The Sr Software Developer is passionate about solving visualization complexities of 3D models using industry-leading technologies like WebGL, OpenGL, React and TypeScript. We are seeking a smart, well-rounded and enthusiastic developer to help design, build and deliver our innovative software solutions.

We’ve been at the forefront of 3D printing innovation for more than 25 years. We’re trusted worldwide by leading manufacturers and groundbreaking designers, makers, thinkers and doers. Stratasys is seeking passionate engineers who will play a meaningful role in our next generation of growth. If you want to work somewhere filled with smart, creative and humble people who are passionate about building things, solving problems, and collaborating.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Act as the go‑to expert for tackling the most challenging technical problems and optimizing existing software.
• Provide guidance, training, and technical mentorship to other engineers, promoting their professional growth.
• Clearly communicate technical decisions, vision, and progress to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Design and implement new software features.
• Troubleshoot and fix technical issues that arise and maintain existing code.
• Work with other developers, designers, product owners, and QA to build and improve our software.
• Build and deliver software that revolutionizes how things are made.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience programming in commercial, open‑source or academic software in a senior role
• Deep knowledge of C++ or Typescript and working knowledge of other languages and frameworks such as React, OpenGL, WebGL, C#, and Microsoft development tools
• BSc or BA in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent in engineering or computer science
• Ability to work in a scrum environment
• Experience in CAD programming, geometric modelling, graphics programming, games programming, computational geometry, simulation or similar a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modern software development methodologies and tools

What you will be a part of

• Get to know the latest and future 3D printing solutions
• Participate in work‑related conferences and trade shows
• Change the world by enabling innovative applications for 3D printing
• Scrum - JIRA, Google Docs, Metabase, integrated QA
• Relaxed informal open plan office, in Cambridge city centre
• Fun quarterly team events plus BBQs and social get togethers. Friday pub lunch!
• Free tea, coffee and fruit plus Beer Fridays
• Competitive salary, bonus scheme
• Excellent career development and training opportunities
• Death in Service Cover
• CycletoWorkScheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Income Protection
• Optional Healthcare and Dental cover
• 3D printers for development and personal usage

International working experience

• We work with teams in India, UK, USA and Israel. A collaborative approach is encouraged.
• Highly skilled developers
• Learn, contribute and grow
• Be part of the global manufacturing revolution.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Stratasys will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin, or any other.