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Engineering · Oxford

Software Engineer

Software Engineer – Advanced Materials & Manufacturing

Oxford-based

Permanent, Full-Time

£45,000–£65,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

Join a fast-growing and innovative technology company at the forefront of advanced materials development and next-generation manufacturing. Operating globally across multiple sites, this organisation brings together a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to solve complex engineering challenges using data-driven methods and cutting-edge tools.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of industry-defining software solutions used to optimise manufacturing processes, improve material performance, and enable innovation in additive and traditional manufacturing environments.

The Role

As a Software Engineer, you’ll play an integral role in the full development lifecycle of powerful software platforms that underpin materials innovation and process automation. Working closely with scientists, process engineers, and fellow developers, you'll deliver scalable and intelligent applications that drive digital transformation in complex production settings.

This role would suit a highly motivated individual with strong full-stack development skills and a passion for applied science and engineering.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain bespoke software solutions to support:

    • Data traceability, visualisation, and analysis

    • Predictive modelling and performance optimisation

    • Alloy and component design

    • Build preparation for additive manufacturing

    • Production quality control and statistical process management

  • Collaborate within an agile, multidisciplinary team to deliver high-impact technical solutions

  • Engage in all aspects of the development process, from requirement gathering to deployment and user training

  • Solve complex technical problems using creative, data-driven approaches

  • Champion best practices in software engineering including CI/CD, TDD, and agile methodologies

Required Skills & Experience

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related field (2:1 or above)

  • Strong full-stack development background with proficiency in C# and ASP.NET

  • Solid experience with modern front-end frameworks (e.g. React, Blazor)

  • Strong understanding of design patterns, test-driven development (TDD), and CI/CD pipelines

  • Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret complex technical requirements

  • A keen interest in applied engineering, manufacturing, or materials science

Desirable Skills

  • Experience with TypeScript, GraphQL, or Blazor

  • Familiarity with Python and/or C++

  • Good knowledge of UX/UI best practices

  • Experience with containerisation (e.g., Docker, development containers)

  • Exposure to cloud deployment platforms (e.g., Azure App Service, Azure Functions)

  • Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform (Azure or AWS)

Department
Engineering
Locations
Oxford
Yearly salary
£45,000 - £65,000
Engineering · Oxford

Software Engineer

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