About this role
Salary: £52,000 - 92,000 per year
Requirements: Degree in Computer Science, Physics, or a similar disciplineStrong experience with C# and .NET 6 or laterExperience with ASP.NET or Blazor is an advantageExperience with C for embedded platforms is an advantagePython experience for data analysis is usefulVBA or VB6 skills are usefulQt GUI experience is usefulAbility to create UML documentationStrong analytical and organizational skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionClear communication skills and effective teamwork Responsibilities: Lead the design of software system architectures and document them for the wider teamDevelop desktop and device applications using C#Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automationWork with web technologies such as ASP.NET and BlazorBuild user interfaces using WPF and Windows FormsDevelop hardware communication interfaces using RS232 and EthernetCreate SQL database interactionsApply unit and integration testingProduce technical and user documentationCoach team members on coding standards and development practices Technologies: ASP.NETBlazorC#EmbeddedEthernetHardwarePythonQtSQLUMLVBAWPFWebWindowsWindows Forms3DSupportRoboticsUX UI Design More:
We are hiring a full-time Senior Software Engineer for our Novanta Light Engines business in Stockport, United Kingdom. At Novanta, we create engineered components and sub-systems for mission-critical applications in healthcare and advanced manufacturing. Our global team spans more than 26 offices across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, and we foster teamwork, collaboration, and empowerment. Novanta Light Engines designs and manufactures solid-state and ultrafast laser sources for medical systems, research labs, and advanced industrial equipment. In this role, you will build software supporting manufacturing, quality, engineering, and R&D across our global laser technology business. Stockport is the centre of Light Engines development, where you will work with physicists, hardware engineers, and laser specialists on varied technical challenges. We offer a stable, well-established facility, long-term investment, and a strong engineering culture. We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment experience and equal employment opportunity, and we consider reasonable adjustment requests individually.
last updated 40 week of 2026