Software Engineer

Software Engineer (Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home, Bournemouth, UK)
Salary: £50k to £65k
C#/.NET Programming Experience Required
We are seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join our client's dynamic R&D team. This role will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining software platforms for some of the most advanced products in the scientific field.
Why You’ll Want To Join

• Work within a collaborative Agile team alongside Software Engineers, QA Engineers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters.
  
• Collaborate with firmware and hardware engineers on new product development and system enhancements.
  
• Develop motion and imaging profiles while supporting triage of reported issues for legacy systems.
  
• Tackle high-speed hardware-software integration issues requiring strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Join a team that values clear, effective collaboration across multiple technical disciplines.
  What You’ll Be Doing
  
• Developing device control systems supporting imaging, movement, and measurement components.
  
• Implementing new motion and imaging profiles for existing systems.
  
• Owning triage of reported issues in legacy systems
  
• Working as a key software interface with firmware and hardware teams.
  
• Expanding unit testing coverage and improving software stability.
  
• Troubleshooting bugs and refactoring code to reduce technical debt.
  
• Participating in Agile planning and feature breakdown with cross-functional teams.
  
• Documenting technical work clearly and concisely for internal use.
  What We’re Looking For
  
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
  
• Experience in device control systems (e.g., axis control, imaging, dispensing).
  
• C#/.NET development experience in Visual Studio.
  
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles.
  
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols (RS232, RS485, USB, GigE).
  
• Experience with .NET-compatible testing frameworks (e.g., NUnit).
  
• Working knowledge of Git and Agile development environments.
  
• Clear oral and written communication skills across disciplines.
  
• Strong problem-solving mindset and collaborative working approach.
  If you’re ready to bring your engineering skills to an exciting R&D setting focused on robotics and smart hardware systems, I’d love to hear from you. Apply now