Posted Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:00 AM OpTek Systems is a global supplier of laser processing tools and sub-contract laser machining services. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Reporting to the Director of Engineering , responsibilities for this role include: Leading and managing the software engineering team Taking ownership of the software elements of projects and working with the commissioning team to ensure timely delivery of turnkey laser systems Interpretation of project specification into software tasks Leading the development of software modules and ensuring they are effective and follow the OpTek coding style. Day to day allocation and tracking of tasks in the software engineering team Taking a leading role in the development of software to communicate with motion, vision and laser systems to coordinate their function in order to achieve a viable process Designing intuitive and user-friendly graphical user interfaces Writing software from the ground up in C#/WPF Scripting in other languages as required Fault finding during commissioning and deployment Supporting and improving software on existing deployed machinery Providing after sales support to customers Communicating with customers to determine software requirements Researching future developments and opportunities for software development Manage the software repository and code compliance. Advising and mentoring other members of the software team. Additionally, the role may involve other duties and responsibilities as appropriate for the position. Role Requirements Experience of software development, from first principles, in C#/ WPF. Experience with a GIT software repository Experience of managing code compliance Experience of machine vision Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills Experience of object-oriented programming Experience of software communication to hardware Knowledge of other machine control elements, PLC, electrical, electronics, motion systems and vision. Education and/or Experience 2:1 or higher classification degree in electronic engineering, software engineering, or similar technical subject, Ideally MSc in software related discipline. At least 5 years' industrial experience developing software for automated special purpose machinery. Undergone formal management training is desirable. Experienced with both software and hardware systems. At Humanetics, privacy and information security is a critical feature of our corporate culture and is the responsibility of all employees. Humanetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Posted Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:00 AM OpTek Systems is a global supplier of laser processing tools and sub-contract laser machining services. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Reporting to the Director of Engineering , responsibilities for this role include: Leading and managing the software engineering team Taking ownership of the software elements of projects and working with the commissioning team to ensure timely delivery of turnkey laser systems Interpretation of project specification into software tasks Leading the development of software modules and ensuring they are effective and follow the OpTek coding style. Day to day allocation and tracking of tasks in the software engineering team Taking a leading role in the development of software to communicate with motion, vision and laser systems to coordinate their function in order to achieve a viable process Designing intuitive and user-friendly graphical user interfaces Writing software from the ground up in C#/WPF Scripting in other languages as required Fault finding during commissioning and deployment Supporting and improving software on existing deployed machinery Providing after sales support to customers Communicating with customers to determine software requirements Researching future developments and opportunities for software development Manage the software repository and code compliance. Advising and mentoring other members of the software team. Additionally, the role may involve other duties and responsibilities as appropriate for the position. Role Requirements Experience of software development, from first principles, in C#/ WPF. Experience with a GIT software repository Experience of managing code compliance Experience of machine vision Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills Experience of object-oriented programming Experience of software communication to hardware Knowledge of other machine control elements, PLC, electrical, electronics, motion systems and vision. Education and/or Experience 2:1 or higher classification degree in electronic engineering, software engineering, or similar technical subject, Ideally MSc in software related discipline. At least 5 years' industrial experience developing software for automated special purpose machinery. Undergone formal management training is desirable. Experienced with both software and hardware systems. At Humanetics, privacy and information security is a critical feature of our corporate culture and is the responsibility of all employees. Humanetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer
A global supplier of laser processing tools is seeking an experienced software engineer in Abingdon, UK, to lead the software engineering team. The role includes managing projects, developing software in C#/WPF, and ensuring quality compliance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in electronic or software engineering and at least five years of industrial experience. Opportunities also exist for mentoring within the team. Competitive salary and an innovative environment offered.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
A global supplier of laser processing tools is seeking an experienced software engineer in Abingdon, UK, to lead the software engineering team. The role includes managing projects, developing software in C#/WPF, and ensuring quality compliance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in electronic or software engineering and at least five years of industrial experience. Opportunities also exist for mentoring within the team. Competitive salary and an innovative environment offered.