Principal Software Engineer

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in scientific instruments is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to guide software, firmware, and electronics within their R&D group. This office-based role in High Wycombe requires expertise in C# / .NET and C/C++, along with experience in scientific instrumentation and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams. The successful candidate will develop innovative algorithms and ensure seamless integration between hardware and software, playing a critical role in advancing scientific capabilities.

Qualifications

• Honors degree in a relevant field with strong Physics component.
• Experience in scientific instrumentation or similar high-tech field.
• Expert proficiency in C# / .NET and strong C/C++ skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of software systems from embedded firmware to high-level applications.
• Mentor a team of Software, Firmware, and Electronics Engineers.
• Develop algorithms that convert sensor data into actionable insights.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers on integration and debugging.

Skills

C# / .NET

C/C++ for embedded systems

Technical leadership

Physics

Education

Honors degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Principal Software Engineer on behalf of an industry leading manufacturer of Scientific Instruments, on a permanent basis.

This is an office-based position, located in High Wycombe.

The successful candidate will lead the technical direction for Software, Firmware, and ideally Electronics within the R&D group, and bridge the gap between complex physical principles and robust software architecture.

Responsibilities

• To lead the architecture and design of software systems across the full stack, from embedded firmware (C/C++) controlling hardware to high-level application software (C#/.NET).
• To provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to a team comprising Software, Firmware, and Electronics Engineers.
• Apply a strong understanding of physics to develop algorithms that turn raw sensor data into actionable scientific insight.
• To work closely with hardware engineers to bring up new boards, debug complex opto-electronic systems, and ensure seamless integration between hardware and software.

Qualifications

• Honors degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering (with a strong Physics component).
• Industry experience in scientific instrumentation, industrial automation, or a similar high-technology environment where software interacts physically with hardware.
• Expert-level proficiency in C# / .NET and strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems/firmware.
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring multi-disciplinary technical teams (Software and Firmware/Electronics).

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