Senior Software Engineer
About The Position
Oxford Instruments Asylum Research is seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer to support the development of our critical next-generation AFM software platform. This platform is enabling more automated, intuitive, and high-performance nanoscale measurements. The Senior Software Engineer will bring strong C# development skills, along with experience with complex architecture and a proven ability to solve highly technical challenges. This individual will collaborate closely with Product Management, Applications Scientists, Engineering, and R&D teams to expand instrument capabilities, enhance automation, support API development, and improve the overall customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the evolution of software that powers some of the world's most advanced atomic force microscopy systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
- 8+ years of professional software development experience.
- Advanced proficiency in C# including expertise in software architecture and asynchronous programming.
- Experience with complex systems, scientific instrumentation, or automation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- AFM or scientific instrumentation experience.
- Python or gRPC development experience.
- Experience defining and implementing interface specifications.
- Design for usability and customer experience.
- Experience with modern C++ or C++/CLI.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software for Atomic Force Microscopy systems.
- Contribute to the continued development and expansion of the Ergo software platform.
- Implement new measurement modes, tools, and workflows.
- Develop software architectures for instrument control, automation, and data acquisition.
- Develop APIs to allow remote control capabilities.
- Contribute to usability improvements and ease-of-use features, including intelligent workflows.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Applications, R&D, Product Management, Service, and Engineering.
- Develop diagnostic, service, and production support tools.
- Participate in code reviews, software design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Troubleshoot complex software and instrumentation issues and provide effective technical solutions.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote software engineering best practices.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive health insurance options, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
- 401k program with options for saving both pre- and post-tax dollars for retirement.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - Employees start with 4 weeks of PTO, which is accrued each pay period.
- 12 holidays recognized.
- Generous and progressive paid family leave policy.
- $5,250 available in annual tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
