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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Hunter Selection
- **Location:** Portishead, UK
- **Salary:** £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Bug Management, Software Documentation, Visual Basic .NET (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5899591223

## About the Role

* We are looking for someone educated to HND or degree level, preferably in Computer Science or Mathematics.
 * We require a solid background in software development of at least 5 years.
 * We need proficiency in VB.Net within an engineering environment.
 * We value experience in, or an interest in, machine or motion control software and hardware interaction.
 * We are looking for someone capable of clear thinking and informed decision-making to support complex automation systems and machine tool products within cost, quality, and timescale constraints.
 * We need a self-motivated and disciplined person with strong technical awareness.
 * We require the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and coordinate in-house resources during design, build, and test phases.

## Description

* We carry out analysis of software requirements according to product definition and customer needs, working with product development and production teams.
 * We ensure timely generation of system specifications, including design, system interfaces, and product definition.
 * We design and develop software code to meet specified requirements using the most appropriate software language(s).
 * We prepare module descriptions, test plans, procedures, and other software documentation, and verify that the software product meets specified requirements.
 * We prepare design review documentation and distribute it to company personnel for discussion.
 * We liaise with end users, contractors, and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with system requirements.
 * We support field installations on site around the world as required.
 * We participate in investigations into system problems from design, coding, and testing through to acceptance and ongoing use of the products.
 * We propose, define, and implement solutions to problems, including bug-fixing and system modification or enhancement, to help prevent recurrence.

Technologies:

 * Hardware
 * Support


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