Lead Software Engineer

Mars
Abingdon, UK
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
£75,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

C++ (Programming Language) CMake Linux Python (Programming Language) Software Engineering Information Technology C++14

Job description

Base pay range

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Recruiting Engineering talent in Oxfordshire since 2003

Lead Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid up to £75,000pa plus benefits

Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers?

If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid ground-breaking science.

They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. We’re looking for someone who can inspire, influence, and drive alignment while fostering a positive and innovative team culture.

Qualifications

  • A degree in a Software Engineering, Mathematics or Science/Materials subject
  • Experience in Linux based software application development using modern C++
  • Experience with network and other communication buses.
  • Experience with tools such as CMake

Our client is offering a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days in their offices and 2 days from home. There is flexible start and finish times so you can plan your day around your preferred hours.

For more information on the client, products, career development, benefits etc, please send MARS a copy of your CV or drop Lee Cherrill a LinkedIn connection request or contact him through the MARS Recruitment website.

MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven’t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

  • Information Technology
  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering

Industries

  • Measuring and Control Instrument Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing
  • Software Development

Requirements

They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. We’re looking for someone who can inspire, influence, and drive alignment while fostering a positive and innovative team culture., * A degree in a Software Engineering, Mathematics or Science/Materials subject

  • Experience in Linux based software application development using modern C++
  • Experience with network and other communication buses.
  • Experience with tools such as CMake

Our client is offering a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days in their offices and 2 days from home. There is flexible start and finish times so you can plan your day around your preferred hours.

About the company

Lead Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid up to £75,000pa plus benefits

Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers?

If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid ground-breaking science.

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