Senior Software Engineer

Abselion; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering biotechnology firm in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of the Amperia analytical tool. The role requires strong full-stack capabilities, collaboration with lab scientists, and expertise in Python, C++, and JavaScript. You will contribute to product direction and maintain existing software, all while working in a dynamic and innovative environment. Enjoy a competitive salary and share option scheme while being part of a transformative team in life sciences.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Share option scheme

Working on cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in software development in instrumentation.
• Ability to rapidly pick up new skills in context and apply them at a high level.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Responsibilities

• Own new app development including user interface, database management, and machine control.
• Contribute to fast turnaround of new concepts and hardware prototypes.
• Maintain existing software with bug fixes and full stack improvements.
• Help across all disciplines bringing technical knowledge to a variety of situations.

Skills

Full-stack software development

Clean code writing in Python

Experience with C++

JavaScript programming

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

MEng or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics or Engineering

Tools

Git

Automated build processes

Job description

Senior Software Engineer

Full-time On-site

The company

At Abselion we're on a mission to revolutionize protein research. Our vision is to empower scientists to focus on discovery and innovation, not tedious manual tasks. We have created Amperia, a compact, affordable benchtop solution designed to simplify protein research for everyone. Amperia helps researchers to develop the medicine of the future, find the best ways to produce novel biomolecules, and ensure that medicine is always safe and efficacious.

We are a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of biotechnology and engineering. We value a flat hierarchy, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and follow their passion. We are supported by some of the leading investors and companies in the biopharmaceutical industry.

The role

At Abselion we are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to take a leading role in the continued development and evolution of the software that powers our Amperia analytical tool.

You will be responsible for developing the next generation of the Amperia software platform, working across user-facing applications, backend systems, data management, and machine control. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong full‑stack capability and sound architectural judgment, operating with a high degree of autonomy while aligning key technical decisions with the Head of Engineering.

You will work closely with a multi‑disciplinary team including lab scientists, electronics engineers, and mechanical engineers to translate complex scientific workflows into robust, intuitive software solutions. This includes close collaboration around firmware and hardware interfaces, and assessing feasibility, constraints, and timelines for new capabilities.

You will be expected to define technical approaches, contribute to product direction through technical insight, and constructively challenge requirements where needed. You should be comfortable operating in environments where specifications evolve and capable of adapting designs pragmatically as understanding develops.

Your responsibilities

• Product Development and design
  • Own new app development including user interface, database management, and machine control
  • Contribute to fast turnaround of new concepts and hardware prototypes
  • Enable data capture and robust prototype experimentation
  • Work within software development lifecycle, and engineering change request process
• Maintain existing software
  • Bug fixes and full stack improvements
  • Extend System and Unit tests to increase robustness
• Team technical expert
  • Help across all disciplines bringing technical knowledge to a variety of situations
• MEng or equivalent in; Computer Science/Software Engineering, Physics or engineering
• 5+ years experience in software development in instrumentation
• Strong ability to write clean code in python, C++, JavaScript
• Very strong communication skills and ability to work independently to meet deadlines
• A demonstrated ability to rapidly pick up new skills in context and apply them at a high level.
• A good understanding of git, automated build processes, and software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• A passion for designing modern and intuitive user experiences

What we offer

• Dynamic and fast‑paced work environment in a rapidly expanding company
• Be part of a step‑change in life science instrumentation
• Working on cutting‑edge technology at the intersection of biology, engineering, and data science
• Share option scheme
• Base salary between £55000 - £75000 per annum
• Most important of all, join a great team!

Start date

Immediate

Location

The role is on‑site located in Cambridge, UK.

Application process

First stage: Video or phone call; Second stage: Face to Face Technical interview

How to apply

Please fill in the application form on our Careers page and attach your CV in PDF format. We look forward to receiving your application.