Software Engineer
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Fowlmere, Royston |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Horizon Search & Selection Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are seeking an experienced, hands- on Software Engineer with a background in technical manufacturing for our client who are based in rural Cambridgeshire and close to Royston. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving company and play a pivotal role in developing pioneering products and solutions. This is a full-time permanent position based at the company site in Fowlmere on a full-time basis.
The company
Is a global leader in the development and manufacture of advanced gas detection instrumentation and sensing technologies, for a vast range of industries. With a commitment to innovation, quality and safety, the company empower industries worldwide to enhance workplace environments and safeguard lives.
They have grown steadily and consistently since they started 37 years ago and offer a superb place to work, thrive and be part of something truly exciting. Having won the Queens Award for Enterprise within the innovation category, the company values are at the core of everything they do so with each recruit as they grow, they are seeking like-minded people to help build on the success which they already enjoy.
The role
Within this role you will be designing, developing and maintaining software for gas detection instruments and associated manufacturing software systems. Whilst providing support for activities such as interface development, test jig control and system integration. The role spans the full product lifecycle including legacy systems, new product development and test jig control software.
Duties and Responsibilities
• To design, develop and maintain software platforms using C#, Python and Javascript
• Lead integration of software modules, APIs with firmware, subsystems and 3rd party controllers
• Develop flowcharts, layouts and documentation to identify requirements and solutions
• Troubleshoot product issues, perform fault finding and resolve system-level problems
• Participate on the successful development of production support software, including databases website APIs, test jig interfaces and calibration tools
• Contribute to New Product development while maintaining and enhancing legacy software systems
• Apply systems thinking to ensure multi-disciplinary cohesive integration
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies e.g. blazor relevant application software
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including electronic engineers, embedded software engineers, mechanical engineers, researchers, product managers and test engineers
• Participate in code reviews, testing and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverable
The Person
This is a Hands-on engineering role focussed primarily on software development for world class gas detection instrumentation products. The role demands strong technical problem-solving skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to work across disciplines to deliver robust and reliable solutions.
We are seeking someone with the following Qualifications, Skills & Experience
• A Degree in a relevant subject
• Strong experience in application development such as C# , Python and Javascript in a supporting capacity
• Experience with .Net Compact Framework for resource-constrained environments
• Skilled in using IDE’s such as visual studio
• Experience in communication protocols such as UART, SPI,I2CModbus and CAN and also USB communications and wireless interfaces such as BLE and LoRaWAN
• Ability to work this and modernise legacy codebases
• Familiarity with cloud integration and IoT platforms
• Able to read schematics and mechanical drawings and understand the function of mechanical and hardware components
• Working with PCB’s and Electronics
• Use of standard electronics tools, including debuggers, multimeters and logic analysers
• Proven experience of developing products for test and production environment DFT/DFM
• Possess good levels of organisation and prioritisation skills including version control (GIY, SVN) documenting the design evolution and capturing key design decisions
• Have a flexible, collaborative approach with good critical thinking skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet required deadlines
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, building rapport with internal departments and external customers
• Self-Motivated and driven to deliver high quality products
• An understanding and experience of following an NPD process and Agile development
• Understanding of Scientific principles and physical sciences (Chemistry and Physics) is also desirable but not essential
Details
This role is offered on a Full-time, permanent basis. The salary offered is depending on experience and offers benefits.
Please note: My client is not licensed to sponsor visa’s. Due to the rural location and limited public transport, applicants must be able to drive and have their own transport.
How to Apply
Please apply to Gemma Turp through our website or alternatively, you can email a copy of your CV and covering letter to gemma@horizoneast.co.uk
We aim to respond with specific feedback to every applicant via email within 14 days. However, as we are a small two-person independent agency, if we are extremely busy this may take longer. If you would like feedback sooner, then feel free to contact us via email and we will come back to you ASAP.