Senior Software Designer

Ignite Next GmbH; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom and ownership

Competitive salary

Professional development

Location at Eindhoven High Tech Campus

25 vacation days

Strong pension plan

Diversity commitment

Job summary

SCIL Nanoimprint Solutions, based at Eindhoven's High Tech Campus, is seeking a Software Designer to shape the software of our nanoimprint machines. You’ll work at system level, defining architecture, interfaces, and how the software evolves through the lifecycle from design to commissioning.

You will lead software design decisions, write and review specifications and test plans, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a control software, electrical or industrial automation, mechatronics or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience working on complex machines in multidisciplinary projects.
• Proficiency in structured text programming (Beckhof/Twincat is a plus).
• Proficiency in Object Oriented programming and Python (C++ and Csharp is a plus)
• Able to define and specify SW designs;
• Experience in technical leadership, or guiding others;
• Hands‑on mindset with system‑level thinking;
• Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus);
• Team player with strong communication skills and customer‑focused attitude;
• Comfortable with uncertainty in a fast paced startup environment

Responsibilities

• Define, own and develop the software of our nanoimprint machines
• Hardware oriented programming (PLC / Structured Text, Beckhoff TwinCAT, Python)
• Act as technical lead and guide the team in software design decisions with documented specs and test plans
• Formulate the software project plan and report on performance with project manager
• Support testing and commissioning new machines and act as escalation point for complex issues
• Drive a First Time Right approach with clear action plans and diagnostics
• Handle complaints and escalations with timely analysis and action
• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing and partners inside and outside SCIL
• Ensure software designs and decisions are clearly documented

Skills

Structured text

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Python

Object oriented programming

C/C++

Team leadership

Electrical drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in control software / electrical / industrial automation / mechatronics or related field

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Job description

Step into tomorrow’s technology

SCIL Nanoimprint Solutions is at the forefront of nanoimprint lithography, working on technology used in areas like AR/VR smart glasses, AI data centers, biosensors and microLEDs. We’re a young company, spun out of Philips, with a strong focus on innovation and real-world impact. Our goal is to help highvolume manufacturing customers across different industries turn advanced technology into practical solutions. From our base at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, we’re growing internationally and building what’s next. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.

Your mission

As a Software Designer, you shape the software that brings our nanoimprint equipment to life. You work at system level, defining how the software is structured, how different parts of the machine interact, and how the software evolves as our technology grows. This role is about setting technical direction, not just programming. From early design phases through to commissioning, you are closely involved in the full lifecycle of our machines. With a strong focus on software design, structure, and technical leadership, you guide the team through complex technical changes.

Responsibilities

• Define, own and develop the software of our nanoimprint machines

• Hardware oriented programming (PLC / Structured Text, Beckhoff TwinCAT, Python)

• Act as technical lead and make and guide the team in software design decisions. Ensure specifications, test plans, and test results are well documented and reviewed

• Formulate the software project plan and report on performance, together with the Project Manager and other parties concerned based on requirements

• Support testing and commissioning new machines and act as escalation point for complex issues

• Drive a First Time Right approach through a clear action plan and diagnosis in case of problems

• Handles complaints & escalations to ensure accurate and timely analysis, registration and action

• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and assembling partners inside and outside SCIL

• Ensure software designs and decisions are clearly documented

Your expertise and qualities

• Bachelor’s degree in a control software, electrical or industrial automation, mechatronics or a related field;

• 7+ years of experience working on complex machines in multidisciplinary projects;

• Proficiency in structured text programming (Beckhof/Twincat is a plus);

• Proficiency in Object Orient programming and Python (C++ and Csharp is a plus)

• Able to define and specify SW designs;

• Experience in technical leadership, or guiding others;

• Hands‑on mindset combined with system‑level thinking;

• Strong technical skills; able to understand electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings in order to diagnose problems;

• Affinity with innovative development projects and comfortable with dealing with projects with relatively vague requirements to well defined project;

• Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus);

• Team player with strong communication skills and a customer‑focused attitude;

• Feel challenged working with uncertainty in a fast paced start-up environment;

What do we offer?

At SCIL Nanoimprint, you’ll find an environment that values innovation and initiative. Here’s what you can expect:

• Freedom and ownership: You’ll have the autonomy to shape your work and approaches, implementing strategies within broad guidelines;

• Competitive salary based on experience, mastery of complex challenges, and the impact you bring to our high-tech environment.

• Professional development in a collaborative environment: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to continue to grow your expertise;

• Location in Europe’s biggest tech hub: Our HQ is at Eindhoven’s High Tech Campus, where you’ll be immersed in an ecosystem of innovation;

• We offer 25 vacation days and a strong pension plan;

• Commitment to diversity: SCIL Nanoimprint is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.