Software Engineer – Machine Control/Automation

Software Engineer – Machine Control / Automation

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £40,000 – £70,000 DOE

We are working with a cutting-edge technology company developing advanced scientific instrumentation within the life sciences sector. This is a hands-on Software Engineer role where you will be working on real-world systems, developing software that directly interacts with machinery, sensors, and hardware.

The role will involve:
• Developing software to control and interface with complex machinery
• Integrating sensors, motors, and embedded systems
• Building data acquisition and processing systems
• Improving system performance, reliability, and scalability
• Working closely with software, electronics, and mechanical teams

To be considered, you should have:

• Strong experience in C++ or C#
• Experience working on real-world systems (automation, robotics, embedded or hardware-integrated software)
• Solid understanding of concurrency and system design
• Experience working within Linux environments
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

Any of the following would be beneficial:

• Experience with machine control or robotics
• Embedded systems or low-level programming experience
• Python or scripting experience
• Experience with data processing or imaging systems
• Exposure to UI or full system development

This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a highly technical environment, with exposure to full system development and strong long-term progression opportunities