Software Systems Engineer

Salary: £30,000 - 60,000 per year

Requirements:

• 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.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out analysis of software requirements according to product definition and specific customer needs, working with product development and production teams.
• Ensure timely generation of the required system specifications including design, system interfaces, and product definition.
• Design and develop software code to meet specified requirements using the most appropriate software language(s).
• Prepare module descriptions, test plans, procedures, and other software documentation, verifying that the software product meets specified requirements.
• Prepare design review documentation and distribute it to company personnel as appropriate for discussion.
• Liaise with end users and other 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 arising during design, coding, testing, acceptance, and ongoing use of the products.
• Propose, define, and implement solutions to problems, including bug-fixing and system modification and/or enhancement to prevent recurrence where possible.
• Ensure the adequate and timely training of personnel within the company.
• Maintain technical knowledge at a high and current level.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the companys legacy systems control software (VB.NET) and provide backup to the Software Systems Manager for core systems and other products.

Technologies:

• Hardware
• Support
• PLC
• REST

More:

We are 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, we are recruiting for a Software Systems Engineer to join our team in Bridgend. The role is primarily office-based with some flexibility when required, on a permanent full-time basis, working 37 hours per week from Monday to Thursday 08:30–17:00 and Friday 08:30–13:30. We offer a negotiable salary depending on experience, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, a company pension scheme, and a company performance bonus. We welcome applicants at all levels of experience for this opportunity.

last updated 34 week of 2026