Software Engineer

Zetica Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology firm in Oxford is seeking a software engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for implementing data processing software and systems while collaborating with data scientists and engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of .NET and C#, along with several years of software development experience. This role offers an opportunity to work on innovative solutions shaping the future of data processing in engineering and environmental applications.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of commercial software development experience.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices.
• Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Implement data processing software and data capture control systems.
• Collaborate with data scientists and hardware engineers.
• Work across the full development lifecycle from design to deployment.

Skills

C#

.NET framework

SQL

Version control (Git)

Windows applications

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

Overview

Join our growing software team to implement data processing software and data capture control systems, as well as analytical and visualisation tools. You will work across the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment, collaborating with data scientists and hardware engineers to turn prototypes into production solutions. We are looking for a passionate software engineer who embraces best practices, thrives on technical challenges and wants to make a real impact.

Requirements

Previous commercial software development experience typically acquired over 2-5 years, comprising:

• Strong understanding of the .NET framework, C# and OOP.
• Proficiency in Database design and SQL queries for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Developing and debugging Windows applications using IDEs (Visual Studio).
• Version control systems (Git).
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Bonus points for

• Python
• Agile experience
• Linux familiarity
• Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
• CI/CD
• Exposure to hardware integration and machine learning

Person Specification

• Genuinely passionate about the role.
• Willing to share ideas and add value.
• Keen to help shape how the Software Team operates within the company.
• A strong sense of curiosity, openness to feedback and attention to detail.
• Able to learn new software and technologies quickly.
• Able to write well-structured, supportable code.
• Able to work as part of a collaborative team as well as independently.
• Good written, verbal and presentation skills.

Zetica is the UK's leading independent geophysical specialist. We develop advanced sensing and data processing systems that help solve complex engineering and environmental challenges for major infrastructure projects. We create software that processes high-throughput sensor streams from equipment deployed in the field, often in safety-critical environments.