Senior Software Engineer

Cramlington
6 months ago
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Role: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Cramlington + Hybrid Work from Home

Salary: Up to £75,000

KO2's client, a leading design consultancy, is seeking a Software Engineer to join their expanding team in the Cramlington area.

The company delivers cutting-edge projects across automation, robotics, IoT, and beyond. This role will give you the opportunity to work on innovative systems used in real-world applications, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers.

The Role

As a Software Engineer, you will be involved in designing and delivering software solutions across a range of challenging projects. Typical responsibilities include:

Developing software solutions using C/C++ or C# (ASP.Net Core).
Writing Python-based asynchronous microservices, web APIs, and working with image recognition.
Implementing C++ algorithms and firmware
Using MQTT
Containerising services with Docker
Contributing to project delivery via Azure DevOps and CI/CD.The Candidate

We are looking for a Software Engineer with:

Proven programming experience in one or more of the following: C#, Python, Java, or C++.
Strong understanding of general software engineering practices, including:
Version control management with Git.
Code reviews and pair programming.
Use of test frameworks (with an interest in TDD).
Working with user stories and capturing requirements.
Iterative development and refactoring.
A collaborative mindset and ability to work alongside electrical and mechanical engineers.
Bonus: Any hands-on experience or interest in other engineering disciplines outside of software.Why Apply

Work on innovative, cross-disciplinary projects in automation, robotics, and IoT.
Gain exposure to a broad technology stack from low-level firmware to cloud infrastructure.
Join a respected consultancy with a reputation for technical excellence.
Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.If you're a Software Engineer who thrives in diverse, innovative environments, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch with the KO2 team for more information

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