Senior Software Engineer

ECM Selection (Holdings) Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ECM Selection (Holdings) Limited near Cambridge is seeking a Software Engineer to take a lead role over one instrument product line, delivering new features and maintaining software for hardware instruments.

The role requires strong C++ with embedded systems experience, C# for instrumentation control, and familiarity with Windows and Linux. Onsite work only, no sponsorship; candidates should live locally and have rights to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• A BSc/BEng in CS or electronics with a Master’s preferred, plus commercial software experience on hardware instruments.
• Strong C++ with embedded systems; C# for instrumentation control; Python or TypeScript is a plus.
• Experience owning software projects involving hardware; familiarity with Windows and Linux; FDA 21 CFR Part 11 is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development for one product line and deliver new features.
• Take ownership of software projects involving hardware.
• Work onsite near Cambridge; ensure compliance and delivery.

Skills

C++

Embedded

C#

Python

TypeScript

Windows

Linux

Education

BSc/BEng in computer science or electronics

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

C++, Embedded , C#, Python / TypeScript, Scientific Instrumentation, Onsite (No Hybrid)

Cambs - West; £50,000 to £65,000 DoE

Based close to Cambridge, this biotech instrumentation company develops hardware platforms used for protein characterisation and cell line development. Their key technology is centred around proprietary microfluidic systems that enable quick and accurate scientific processes.

The company’s main two product lines are well-received and require maintenance and iterative updates to keep them modern and abreast of new technology advancements. They are looking to hire a Software Engineer to take a lead role over one of these product lines and deliver new features.

Requirements

• BSc / BEng in computer science, electronics or similar (ideally holding a Master’s), and demonstrable commercial software experience working on application-level software for hardware instruments (Windows and Linux).
• Strong programming skills with C++ including embedded. Experience with C# for instrumentation control and data analysis would be highly desirable. Any experience with Python or TypeScript would be advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience taking ownership for software projects involving hardware. Experience with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance would be a bonus.

This is a hands‑on role, requiring good software skills and experience for taking project responsibility and delivery. The position is fully onsite at their offices, which is close to road (A505) and train links.

Note, no company sponsorship is available. Applicants should have full, unrestricted rights to work in the UK. Preference is for applicants who are based locally (Cambridge, Royston, Letchworth, Stevenage, Biggleswade, St Neots, Bishop’s Stortford).