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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Systems Engineer - **Company:** Candour Talent Limited - **Location:** Bridgend, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £60,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Bug Management, Software Documentation, Hardware Design, Visual Basic .NET (Programming Language), Software Maintenance, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Information Technology, Software Coding, Legacy Systems - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225521569/software-systems-engineer ## About the Role * HND/Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline. * 5+ years' software development experience, ideally within an engineering environment. * Strong VB.NET development experience. * Experience of, or an interest in, machine/motion control and software-hardware integration. * Experience with PLC systems and/or laser control would be advantageous. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage tasks within project timescales. * Confident communicating with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders at all levels. * Willingness to travel internationally for field installations when required. ## Description An excellent opportunity to join a technically innovative and successful SME, that designs and manufactures high-tech capital equipment for worldwide export. With a UK head office and two overseas offices, our client is looking for an experienced Software Systems Engineer to take responsibility for the design, development, and maintenance of software and control systems across existing and future projects., * Carry out analysis of software requirements according to product definition and specific customer needs as required, working with product development and production teams. * Ensure timely generation of the required system specifications including design, system interfaces, and product definition. * Design and development of software code to meet specified requirements using the software language(s) most appropriate to the system. * Prepare module descriptions, test plans and procedures and other software documentation as required, verifying that the software product is in accordance with the specified requirements. * Prepare all necessary design review documentation and distribute to Company personnel as appropriate for discussion. * Liaise with end users and other relevant contractors and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with system requirements. * Support field installations on site around the world as required. * Participate in investigations into system problems which may arise at any stage from design, coding and testing through to acceptance and on-going use of the products. * Propose, define, and implement solutions to problems including bug-fixing and system modification and/or enhancement to prevent as far as possible recurrence of problems. * Ensure the adequate and timely training of personnel within the company. * Maintain own technical knowledge at an acceptably high and current level. * Establish and maintain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Company's legacy systems control software (VB.NET) and provide a complete back up to the Software Systems Manager in relation to the core systems and other products. ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [How to TDD in legacy code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/309-how-to-tdd-in-legacy-code) - [Quantum Computing - The tiny and the big challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/934-quantum-computing-the-tiny-and-the-big-challenges) - [Unleashing the Power of Developers: Why Cybersecurity is the Missing Piece?!?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/712-unleashing-the-power-of-developers-why-cybersecurity-is-the-missing-piece) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Getting to Know Your Legacy (System) with AI-Driven Software Archeology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1437-getting-to-know-your-legacy-system-with-ai-driven-software-archeology) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023)