Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Software Engineer in a dynamic R&D team, where you'll design and maintain innovative software platforms for cutting-edge scientific products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, tackle high-speed hardware-software integration challenges, and contribute to the development of smart hardware systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in an Agile environment, enhancing your skills while making a significant impact in the field of robotics. If you're passionate about technology and eager to solve complex problems, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in C#/.NET development and object-oriented design principles.
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop device control systems for imaging and movement components.
• Troubleshoot bugs and refactor code to enhance software stability.

Skills

C#/.NET Development

Object-Oriented Design

Problem-Solving Skills

Clear Communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

NUnit

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Software Engineer (On-site, Bournemouth, UK)

C#/.NET Programming Experience Required

We are seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join our client's dynamic R&D team. This role will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining software platforms for some of the most advanced products in the scientific field.

Why You’ll Want To Join

• Work within a collaborative Agile team alongside Software Engineers, QA Engineers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters.
• Collaborate with firmware and hardware engineers on new product development and system enhancements.
• Develop motion and imaging profiles while supporting triage of reported issues for legacy systems.
• Tackle high-speed hardware-software integration issues requiring strong problem-solving skills.
• Join a team that values clear, effective collaboration across multiple technical disciplines.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing device control systems supporting imaging, movement, and measurement components.
• Implementing new motion and imaging profiles for existing systems.
• Owning triage of reported issues in legacy systems
• Working as a key software interface with firmware and hardware teams.
• Expanding unit testing coverage and improving software stability.
• Troubleshooting bugs and refactoring code to reduce technical debt.
• Participating in Agile planning and feature breakdown with cross-functional teams.
• Documenting technical work clearly and concisely for internal use.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• C#/.NET development experience in Visual Studio.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles.
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols (RS232, RS485, USB, GigE).
• Experience with .NET-compatible testing frameworks (e.g., NUnit).
• Working knowledge of Git and Agile development environments.
• Clear oral and written communication skills across disciplines.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and collaborative working approach.

If you’re ready to bring your engineering skills to an exciting R&D setting focused on robotics and smart hardware systems, I’d love to hear from you. Apply now!