Senior Software Engineer - Instrument Systems

Nuclera is a venture-backed, founder-driven biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA. Our purpose is to improve human health by making proteins accessible to life science researchers around the world. In 2024, we launched eProtein Discovery™ - a breakthrough protein expression, characterization, and purification platform, consisting of cloud-based software and a lab-based instrument (with proprietary cartridges and consumables). Since then, we have established a growing installed base in North America, Europe and Asia, receiving numerous awards and customer accolades. As a key player in a small engineering team, you will support the next stage of Nuclera's growth through: New Products - Contributing to development of a new product platform and its support tools. Installed Base Support - Sustaining and being the internal expert and primary point of contact for manufacturing and field support issues relating to current generation Instrument Over time (6-12 months), your skills and responsibilities will broaden to include other software languages and technologies. This may also extend to electronics and PCB design. About The Role Software Development Full lifecycle development and release management for prototypes, products and support tools Project Management Planning: Providing plans covering tasks, dependencies, effort, cost and resource allocationRisk Management: Supporting risk identification, evaluation and choice of risk response strategiesExecution & Self-Monitoring: Progress according to agreed priorities and plans. Devise appropriate responses to problems and issues. Track and report own progress (deliverables, adherence to schedules, actual spend vs budget, etc.) Quality Management Progress according to agreed priorities and plans. Devise appropriate responses to problems and issues. Track and report own progress (deliverables, adherence to schedules, actual spend vs budget, etc.) Requirements Essential: Bachelors' Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar5+ years of full lifecycle development for multi-technology products developed to rigorous standards. Life science equipment / medical device equipment experience desiredProgramming Languages: C for STM32 and Raspberry Pi Pico 2, python 3, Bash Operating Systems / Frameworks: Embedded Linux / Yocto, Docker Development Environment: Git / Gitlab / CI/CD, Jira Software Quality: coding standards/static analysis, code/design review, testing - unit, integration, hardware-in-the-loop Technologies: real-time control & monitoring (motion / mechanism functions & temperature control) embedded systems / electronics, LAN networking Strong initiative, problem-solving, task prioritization, and end-to-end execution / completionEffective relationship management, cross-functional teamwork, clear documentation, and presentation skillsCurrent UK driving licence. Willing and able to occasionally travel nationally / internationally on business as required Desirable: Programming Languages: C for SAM 4S / SAM D20, Java, Javascript / ReactOperating Systems / Frameworks: Torizon, PyQt 6, RTOSDevelopment Environment: VS Code, Claude AISoftware Quality: Software Architecture / UML, Design Controls, Stage-Gate Development, Problem solving (DMAIC, 8D) Technologies: Microfluidics, Optics / Image Processing, Machine Learning / Neural Networks, Cybersecurity, PCB Design (Altium), GUI Design Benefits What we offer: In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits including: Company bonus scheme of 5%Share option incentive schemeLife insurancePrivate medical insurance and cash plan25 days' annual leave + Bank HolidaysEnhanced employer's pension contributionsEnhanced maternity and paternity LeaveInvestment in professional development and learningFresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the officeOrganised summer events for staff