Senior Software Engineer C#

Pico Technology; St. Neots; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holidays

Holiday homes

PRP bonus

EV Salary Sacrifice

Summer & Christmas parties

Free fruit

Bean-to-cup coffee

Job summary

Pico Technology seeks a Lead Software Architect to drive the design and modernization of our core software architecture. You will mentor engineers, set technical standards, and own major epics from design through deployment, applying deep C# expertise to data acquisition and real-time processing.

You will lead agile teams, promote best practices, and ensure high-quality code within the full SDLC, while collaborating across functions and embracing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in C# and performance-critical software.
• Experience designing and maintaining software architecture.
• Hands-on work with signal processing, data acquisition, or real-time systems.
• Strong coaching and technical leadership abilities.
• Deep knowledge of Agile/Scrum practices and ceremonies.
• Excellent technical communication; ability to lead workshops and evangelise best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, maintenance, and modernization of core software architecture.
• Mentor software engineers across teams and promote best practices.
• Drive end-to-end epic work from design with Product Owner to deployment.
• Leverage C# expertise on data acquisition and real-time decoding tasks.
• Provide dedicated time for professional development and technology exploration.
• Ensure code quality and compliance across the SDLC including reviews, tests, and RCAs.

Skills

C# expert

Software architecture

Real-time systems

Coaching/leadership

Agile/Scrum

Technical communication

Job description

What You\'ll Be Doing:

• Lead the design, maintenance, and modernisation of our core software architecture alongside your peers and the Development Manager.
• Mentor and coach Software Development Engineers across teams, setting standards and evangelising best practices (including through our Community of Practice).
• Lead the full lifecycle of major "epic" work from feature design with the Product Owner to final implementation and deployment.
• Leverage your deep expertise in C# to tackle complex, performance-critical tasks like data acquisition and real-time data decoding.
• Benefit from dedicated "blue sky" time for professional development, technology investigations, and exploring new feature feasibility.
• Ensure all code meets the highest quality, company, and regulatory standards, actively engaging with the full SDLC (Code Review, Unit/Integration Testing, Root Cause Analysis).

What you\’ll need:

• Expert C# Proficiency and demonstrable experience in performance-critical software.
• Extensive experience in software architecture design and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with signal processing, data acquisition, or real-time systems.
• Proven coaching and technical leadership skills.
• Deep practical knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent technical communication skills you can lead workshops, share knowledge, and advocate for change.

Advantageous: Experience with UI frameworks (WPF, etc.), hardware interfacing/drivers, multi-threading, or deep product domain knowledge (electronics/test and measurement).

This role is hybrid, three days from home and two days onsite in the St Neots office, with flexibility as required for business needs.

What\’s in it for you?

At Pico Technology, we\’re not just about creating world-class test & measurement tools - we\’re about creating an inspiring workplace where every team member can thrive.

If you\’re looking to escape the ordinary and take on a varied, rewarding role, this is your chance to join a company where your skills will make a real impact.

• Enjoy flexible holidays
• A chance to relax at one of our three holiday homes
• Be part of our annual Profit Related Pay (PRP) bonus
• Embrace sustainability with our Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Come along to our vibrant Summer and Christmas parties to name just a few
• You will find free fruit and five varieties of bean-to-cup coffee in our offices

At Pico, every voice is heard, and you will be valued as an essential part of our team. Join us on this exciting journey where appreciation and opportunity await you.

For any queries, reach out to Toni Jones [e-mail]