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# Scientific Software Engineer

- **Company:** PerkinElmer, Inc.
- **Location:** High Wycombe, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Datasheets, Ethernet, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Commercial Software, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Signal Processing, Xamarin, Information Technology, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://newperkinelmer.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/High-Wycombe/Scientific-Software-Engineer_REQ-058832/apply

## About the Role

* Education: Honors degree in Computer science, Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering (with a strong Physics component) is strictly required. Note: A pure Computer Science degree without a scientific background will not be sufficient.
 * Experience: 5+ years of commercial software experience, with a proven track record in comprehensive system development
 * Tech Stack: Experience with C# / .NET and some expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems/firmware would be an advantage.

Desirable:

 * Experience in scientific instrumentation, industrial automation, or a similar high-technology environment where software interacts physically with hardware.
 * Experience with signal processing (FFT, digital filtering) and image processing or similar computational algorithms
 * Understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet) and the ability to read schematics/datasheets to aid in firmware development and hardware debugging.
 * Knowledge of MATLAB or Python for algorithm prototyping.
 * Experience with mobile cross-platform tools (Xamarin/MAUI) or cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS) for IoT-enabled instruments.

Preferred Characteristics

 * Analytical thinking driven by data.
 * Ability to see both details and the big picture.
 * Possessing strong organizational skills.
 * Problem solving aptitude involves both creative and pragmatic resolutions.
 * Adaptable to change.

## Description

* Physics-Based Development: Apply a strong understanding of physics to develop algorithms that turn raw sensor data into actionable scientific insight. This involves signal processing, instrument control loops, and physical modelling rather than purely statistical data analysis.
 * System Integration: Work closely with hardware engineers to bring up new boards, debug complex opto-electronic systems, and ensure seamless integration between hardware and software.
 * Innovation: Propose technology concepts involved in next-generation product development, specifically focusing on thermal analysis and materials characterization.
 * Collaboration: responsible for the low-level software coding and algorithms and manufacturing support and collaborate with cross-functional for high level application coding