Software Engineer, Microscopy & Imaging Systems

ZEISS Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEISS Group in Cambridge is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Microscopy R&D team, developing software for world-leading electron microscopy systems using C# and Windows desktop technologies. You will troubleshoot, optimize performance and contribute to new product capabilities.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, code quality and staying abreast of emerging technologies such as AI and automation.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software using C# and Microsoft technologies.
• Good understanding of Windows as a platform and how software interacts with operating systems and hardware.
• Exposure to low-level programming concepts, with knowledge of C or C++ being advantageous.
• A curious and proactive approach, with a genuine desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Interest in emerging technologies such as AI, automation and modern software development practices.

Responsibilities

• Developing and enhancing software for advanced microscopy and imaging systems.
• Working with C#, Windows-based technologies and desktop application development.
• Investigating, troubleshooting and resolving software and system-level issues.
• Collaborating with engineers across multiple disciplines to deliver new product capabilities.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of software quality, performance and user experience.

Skills

C#

Windows

C/C++ basics

Software development

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

ZEISS Group in Cambridge is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Microscopy R&D team, developing software for world-leading electron microscopy systems using C# and Windows desktop technologies. You will troubleshoot, optimize performance and contribute to new product capabilities.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, code quality and staying abreast of emerging technologies such as AI and automation.