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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Engineer (all genders) - **Company:** Bruker - **Location:** Kontich, Belgium - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, 3D Visualization, Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, Application Lifecycle Management, Systems Engineering, Computer Vision, Automation of Tests, Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Databases, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Revision Control Systems, Design of User Interfaces, Hardware Interface Design, Imaging Technology, Issue Tracking Systems, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, Microsoft Visual Studio, Modbus, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenCV, OpenGL, Software Architecture, Qt Modeling Language (QML), Qt (Software), Rapid Prototyping Process, RS-232, RS-485 Standard, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, TCP/IP, USB, Image Acquisition, Information Technology, C++14 - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.be/details/5846561764 ## About the Role * Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * 3-5 years of experience in professional software development, preferably for scientific instruments, imaging systems, automation equipment, or machine control applications. * Strong expertise in modern C++ and object-oriented software design for complex hardware-integrated systems. * Experience developing Windows applications using Qt Framework and Microsoft Visual Studio. Experience with QML is an advantage. * Experience designing intuitive user interfaces and developing robust, maintainable software architectures, preferably for scientific instruments, automation systems, or machine control applications. * Experience with instrumentation control of cameras, detectors, motion systems, digital signal processing, and data acquisition hardware used in metrology, physics, chemistry, engineering, or similar scientific environments. * Experience working with complex hardware-software systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions. * Experience with Python for automation, testing, data analysis, or rapid prototyping is an advantage. * Experience in image acquisition, image processing, computer vision, 2D/3D visualization, OpenCV, OpenGL, or similar technologies is an advantage. * Knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, software lifecycle management, and technical documentation practices. * Familiarity with communication protocols such as TCP/IP, USB, RS232, RS485, Modbus, or similar hardware interfaces is an advantage. * Familiarity with databases (SQL), messaging systems, APIs, or distributed software architectures is an advantage. * Experience with source control systems, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and issue tracking tools * Experience with embedded systems or real-time hardware control environments is an advantage. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary R&D environment. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across software, imaging, physics, electronics, mechanical, and application engineering teams. ## Description * Design, develop, test, and maintain software for advanced microCT systems. * Implement new features for instrument control, image acquisition, reconstruction, visualization, and analysis. * Collaborate with imaging, hardware, applications, and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions. * Translate product and user requirements into robust, maintainable software designs. * Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software and system-level issues. * Contribute to software architecture, code quality, and development best practices. * Support prototype development, product verification, and release activities. * Participate in the development of next-generation microCT platforms and technologies. ## Related Videos - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Project Fugu: Extending the web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/832-project-fugu-extending-the-web) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)