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# Control Software Engineer

- **Company:** UK Atomic Energy Authority
- **Location:** Culham, UK
- **Salary:** £5,800.0 - £57,117.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Linux, Ethernet, EtherCAT, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Linux System Administration, MATLAB, Machine Learning, Modbus, Software Architecture, OPC Unified Architecture, Simulink, Software Engineering, System Software, TCP/IP, User Datagram Protocols, Real Time Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=739c256fc2b22efe

## About the Role

* Degree in Computer Science, Computing, Numerical Science or a related discipline.
 * Experience developing software-based control and data acquisition systems.
 * Strong software engineering knowledge and experience applying best practices.
 * Experience developing in C/C++ and Python within Linux environments. Knowledge of rust and/or julia would be advantageous.
 * Experience of real-time programming and distributed control systems.
 * Deep experience of Linux Operating System.
 * Strong interest in control theory and embedded systems engineering
 * Knowledge of computer networks based on Ethernet and communications programming using TCP/IP and UDP/IP including SCPI, Modbus, EtherCAT, OPC UA, PTP.
 * Familiarity with state of the art real time development tooling, including LabVIEW, MATLAB, Simulink.
 * Familiarity with developing and supporting HMI's for control room applications
 * Familiarity with high performance data acquisition and management.
 * Familiarity with plasma control real time frameworks including MARTe2, GA PCS and SCDDS and of high energy physics integration software EPICS would be an advantage but is not required.

## Description

* Develop, maintain and support real-time fusion control software systems.
 * Deliver practical AI/ML solutions, working with expert scientists to translate latest results into practical engineering solutions.
 * Develop PC/Linux-based control, data acquisition and HMI applications.
 * Contribute operations tools for MAST Upgrade, STEP and other fusion programmes.
 * Lead software architecture and technical delivery for key UKAEA projects in the area of instrumentation and control.
 * Support the development of ITER-like CODAC functionality and advanced control systems.
 * Collaborate with scientists, engineers and stakeholders to deliver robust, maintainable software solutions.
 * Champion software engineering best practice, continuous improvement and technical excellence.
 * Support and coordinate the use of National Instruments tools and technologies across UKAEA., UKAEA is an onsite organisation, and this role requires regular onsite presence (usually between 3-5 days in any given week) in line with business needs. We actively support flexible working arrangements where this is compatible with the role.


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