Embedded Machine Control Software Engineer

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

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.

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