Software Engineer Talent Pool (all grades)

Infinitesima; Abingdon (VA); Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 93.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private Healthcare (AXA)

Life Assurance (3x Salary)

Annual Bonus

EMI Share Scheme

Hybrid Working

Descripción de la vacante

Infinitesima is seeking software engineers to join its growing team focused on industrial automation, semiconductor metrology and scientific instrumentation. This talent pool welcomes engineers across early to principal level, with opportunities to contribute to control systems and instrument software that powers advanced industrial equipment.

Based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, the role offers hybrid working (typically 3 days on site) and a path to work on real-world hardware with

Formación

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or related discipline.
• Equivalent commercial experience developing complex engineering software systems is acceptable.
• Experience building software for industrial automation or metrology is a plus.

Conocimientos

Industrial C#/.NET development

WPF/Desktop app development

OO languages (C#, Java, C++)

Hardware-integrated software

Motion control / mechatronics

Real-time control systems

Python development

DDS/MQTT/ZeroMQ

Agile software delivery

Educación

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or related

Herramientas

WPF

Visual Studio

C#

C++

DDS/MQTT

Descripción del empleo

Software Engineer - Industrial Automation, Semiconductor & Scientific Instrumentation (Talent Pool) - all gradesPrivate Healthcare (AXA) | 3x Salary Life Assurance | Annual Bonus | EMI Share Scheme | Hybrid WorkingPay ranges:

£32,000 – £50,000 (Junior roles)

£50,000 – £70,000 (Senior roles)

Salaries are variable. We will always advise you of the role and pay range which aligns to the role we are considering you for if you are invited to attend an assessment.

Location:

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Working Pattern:

Hybrid (typically 3 days per week onsite)

Are you a Software Engineer who enjoys building software that controls real-world hardware rather than websites, mobile apps or business systems?

Do you have experience developing software for industrial automation, scientific instrumentation, semiconductor equipment, robotics, machine control, motion systems or other complex engineering products?

At the company, software engineering sits at the heart of everything we do. Our engineers develop the applications, control systems and operator interfaces that power sophisticated Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) inspection and metrology systems used by leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide.

As we prepare for significant growth over the next 6-12 months, we're building a network of talented Software Engineers across a range of experience levels, from early-career engineers through to Principal Engineers.

We'd love to hear from exceptional engineers who would like to be considered as future opportunities become available.

Why the company?

Based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, the company develops advanced semiconductor metrology technology that is helping enable the next generation of electronics manufacturing.

Our technology combines cutting-edge software, precision mechanics, motion control and nanoscale measurement science to solve some of the most challenging problems in semiconductor inspection.

We're a growing team of more than 150 scientists, engineers and business professionals, backed by world-class investors including Applied Ventures, the venture capital arm of Applied Materials, one of the global leaders in semiconductor equipment.

This is an opportunity to register your interest with a company where software engineering directly influences the performance of highly advanced scientific and industrial systems.

Technologies and Skills We're Actively Interested In

We're particularly keen to connect with Software Engineers who bring one or more of the following:

• Industrial C#/.NET development experience
• Desktop application development using WPF or similar frameworks
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C#, Java or C++
• Software development for industrial automation, robotics or machine control systems
• Tool control or hardware-integrated software development
• Precision motion control, mechatronics or real-time control systems
• Scientific instrumentation, semiconductor equipment or metrology systems
• Experience working alongside electronics, optics, hardware or mechanical engineering teams

Additional experience that would be advantageous includes:

• Python development
• C++ development
• Messaging and communication technologies such as DDS, MQTT, RabbitMQ, ZeroMQ or Named Pipes
• Agile software delivery and sprint-based development environments

What Future Software Engineering Opportunities Could Involve

Depending on the role and level, future opportunities could include:

• Designing and developing C#/.NET applications for semiconductor inspection and metrology systems
• Developing software that controls precision motion systems and nanoscale positioning technologies
• Building user interfaces and HMI applications using WPF and related technologies
• Integrating software with motion controllers, piezo actuators, sensors and data acquisition hardware
• Supporting system integration, verification, validation and software releases
• Contributing to software architecture, engineering standards and best practice
• Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams spanning software, electronics, optics and mechanical engineering
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers (senior-level roles)

What We're Interested In

We're particularly interested in hearing from engineers who have experience in one or more of the following environments:

• Industrial automation
• Motion control systems
• Robotics
• Scientific instrumentation
• Semiconductor equipment
• Metrology systems
• Manufacturing automation
• Control systems engineering
• High-precision electromechanical systems
• Research and development environments

For early-career engineers, a strong academic background in computer science, software engineering, mathematics, physics or another scientific discipline is highly valuable.

For more experienced engineers, experience within scientific, engineering or hardware-focused industries would be particularly relevant.

This Talent Pool May Be a Good Fit If...

• You've developed software that interacts with hardware, instruments or machinery
• You've worked in engineering environments rather than purely commercial software settings
• You enjoy solving complex technical challenges involving software, electronics and mechanical systems
• You're excited by the idea of contributing to advanced semiconductor technology

This Talent Pool Is Less Likely to Be Suitable If...

• *Your experience is primarily focused on web development*
• *Your background is predominantly SaaS, fintech or e-commerce platforms*
• *You have limited exposure to hardware-integrated software or engineering products*

Qualifications

We're interested in candidates who have:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or a related discipline

OR

• Equivalent commercial experience developing complex engineering software systems

About Us

the company is a privately owned company founded in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Bristol by CTO Professor Andrew Humphris.

Our scientists and engineers are dedicated to enabling the next generation of semiconductor devices through the development of innovative metrology solutions used by customers around the world.

We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute, develop and succeed.

If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll do our best to support you.

Interview availability

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm UK time.

Stage 1 45-minute remote interview

An opportunity to discuss your experience, technical background and career interests.

Stage 2 Onsite interview

A collaborative assessment of technical capability, communication style, problem-solving approach and ways of working. You'll also have the opportunity to learn more about our technology, culture and future plans.

We're committed to creating a comfortable interview experience. If eye contact feels challenging, please let us know. For remote interviews, you're welcome to switch your camera off after introductions if that helps you feel more at ease.

We dress casually and informal attire is absolutely fine for onsite interviews.

*N.B. Depending on operational requirements, we may invite you to a group assessment where several vacancies are available. In this instance, full details of how the day will be for you, salary and job description will be shared when you are invited.*

A Note on How We Use AI

We use AI solely to transcribe interviews so that interviewers can focus on the conversation rather than taking detailed notes.

AI is not used to assess candidates or make hiring decisions. All recruitment decisions are made by people based on the conversations and evidence gathered throughout the hiring process.

Location and Working Pattern

We recognise the value of flexibility and offer hybrid working wherever possible.

Most employees typically work onsite three days per week, although some positions may require additional onsite presence due to the nature of the work and business needs.