Senior Software Engineer

Copley Controls; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Flexible vacation

Health benefits

401K with company match

Education assistance

Strong culture of learning

Job summary

Copley Controls is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance software powering precision motion. The role requires working onsite in Canton, MA, collaborating with hardware and software teams to deliver robust solutions.

The position emphasizes clean code, strong problem-solving, and staying current with technologies. Relocation is not offered; a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, C#, or Python.
• Experience with development tools such as Git, Jira, SVN, Visual Studio or NetBeans.
• Familiarity with both front-end and back-end development concepts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance software applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including hardware, applications, and other software engineers—to define and deliver robust solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned with best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize software for performance and reliability
• Participate in code reviews and help elevate engineering standards across the team
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring fresh ideas to the table
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tools

Skills

Java

C++

C#

Python

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Jira

SVN

Visual Studio

NetBeans

Job description

Post

Job Details

• Senior Software Engineer
• Job Category: Engineering
• Requisition Number: SRENG002477
• Posted: July 30, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Locations: Canton, MA 02021, USA

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Description

Build software that powers precision motion. At Copley Controls, we’re pushing the boundaries of motion control technology—and we’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who’s excited to build reliable, scalable systems that directly impact real-world products. If you thrive on solving complex problems, writing clean code, and collaborating across disciplines, this is an opportunity to work on software that truly moves things—literally. Must be able to work onsite in Canton, MA. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance software applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including hardware, applications, and other software engineers—to define and deliver robust solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned with best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize software for performance and reliability
• Participate in code reviews and help elevate engineering standards across the team
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring fresh ideas to the table
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tools

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles and best practices
• Proficiency in one or more languages: Java, C++, C#, or Python
• Experience with development tools such as Git, Jira, SVN, Visual Studio, or NetBeans
• Familiarity with both front-end and back-end development concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Excellent communication skills

Nice To Have

• Experience with motion control technologies (BLDC motors, stepper motors, servo systems)
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements for motion control products

Why Join Us?

• Work on software that directly powers real-world hardware systems
• Collaborate with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering team
• Opportunity to influence product direction and engineering practices
• A culture that values innovation, quality, and continuous learning

What We Offer

We appreciate that our employees work diligently to contribute to our success as an organization. We also recognize the importance of work-life balance and therefore developed a competitive total rewards package including programs that offer employees flexibility to balance their work and life including:

• 9/80 work schedule – enjoy every other Friday off!
• Flexible Vacation – employees can take time off as is reasonably needed
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability plans.
• HRA (for PPO plan participants) /HSA (Health Savings Account for high deductible plan participants) contribution
• 401K with company match and immediate vesting
• Continuous Education Assistance
• Supportive culture that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence

$120K - $156K Annual - Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This position includes health benefits, PTO, a 401(k) match, and a 5% annual performance bonus

Equal Opportunity Information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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