Software Engineer

Probe UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer to support software application development aimed at enhancing customer experience. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science or related field, with at least 3 years of C# programming experience and strong communication skills. Working within a dynamic team, you will contribute to various engineering disciplines and collaborate across departments. This full-time role offers a salary between £37,000 and £45,000 and excellent benefits including a 6.5% pension contribution.

Benefits

Enhanced pension contribution

Above average holiday allowance

Life assurance

Company bonus

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience programming in C#.
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver complete solutions.
• Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Developing software applications to enhance customer experience.
• Supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams.
• Working closely with various departments for software solutions.

Skills

C# programming

Embedded applications development

Windows forms

Serial/USB communication

Version control (SVN, git)

Independent working

Strong documentation skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

DevOps Azure

Job description

The Company

This is your chance to join a thriving, fast‑growing team where your technical skills are truly valued. The business continues to experience strong growth and consistently delivering outstanding results, providing a dynamic environment with opportunities to learn, develop, and make a real impact. High‑performing individuals are rewarded, and collaboration, pride in work, and innovation are at the heart of everything they do.

Why Join This Business

• Company and role stability the business has recently increased turnover by 25% and they continue to grow.
• A future proofed industry, with global supply.
• Enhanced company pension contribution.
• Above average holiday allowance.

Software Engineer Role Overview

This is an exciting stand‑alone role, having excellent communication skills to work well within the multi‑disciplined engineering team supporting the vast range of existing high‑quality products and new product development.

You will play a vital role in the development of software applications to enhance the customer experience.

The role covers data‑acquisition application development for both new and existing applications covering a multitude of engineering disciplines working closely with various departments to develop high grade software solutions.

Software Engineer Hours, Pay and Benefits

• £37,000 - £45,000 (dependant on experience)
• 37 hours per week, 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday to Thursday, with a 1pm finish on Friday (this is a full‑time in office role)
• Benefits include: above average employer pension contribution of 6.5%, above average holiday allowance of 26 days plus bank holidays, 3 x salary life assurance, company bonus.

Commutable From

Nottingham, Derby, Burton upon Trent, Coalville, Loughborough

Software Engineer Essential Candidate Experience

• The Software Engineer will hold a Degree in Computer Science or related subject (or relevant experience).
• At least 3 years experience programming in C# / embedded applications development.
• At least 1 year s experience with Windows forms.
• Knowledge of serial/USB communication.
• Familiarity of version control software SVN, git and DevOps Azure.
• Solid grasp of development lifecycles from gathering requirements to release and testing.
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver complete solutions.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Software Engineer Desirable Candidate Experience

• Experience of creating Android/iOS Apps.
• Knowledge of engineering software, STEM education tools, or scientific instrumentation.
• DAQ hardware, or PLC systems.
• C, C++, Delphi.
• MATLAB or LabVIEW.
• WPF or MAUI.
• Understanding of licensing and packaging.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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