Software Development Engineer in Darlington

Please note: All candidates must be able to pass the UK Security Clearance vetting process.

Filtronic designs and manufactures advanced RF, microwave and mmWave technologies for mission-critical communications and connectivity applications. Our products and solutions support customers operating in the space, aerospace, defence, telecommunications and critical infrastructure markets.

We are looking to recruit a Software Development Engineer to join our team in Sedgefield. The role will involve developing and maintaining Filtronic's in-house Manufacturing and Reporting System, as well as creating new applications, reporting tools, KPI dashboards, databases and API integrations. Working closely with colleagues in manufacturing, engineering and quality, you will help develop and improve the software systems used to support our day-to-day operations. You will also work with colleagues across our UK, USA and China sites.

This is a varied role offering the opportunity to work on existing systems as well as new development projects, within a supportive team where there is scope to build on your technical knowledge and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain existing in-house software and manufacturing systems.
• Design and develop new applications, reporting tools, KPI dashboards, databases and API integrations.
• Work with manufacturing, engineering and quality teams to understand their requirements and develop appropriate solutions.
• Investigate, diagnose and resolve software and technical issues.
• Develop automated reporting tools to support business operations.
• Be involved throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design through to implementation, testing and ongoing support.
• Take part in code reviews and share knowledge with other members of the software team.
• Prepare technical documentation, specifications and user instructions.
• Organise and manage your workload to meet project deadlines.
• Keep colleagues and the team leader informed of project progress and any issues or risks.

Requirements

• You will have a background in software development, with good problem-solving skills and the ability to work with colleagues across different areas of the business.
• Ideally, you will have:
• A degree in Computer Science or an equivalent qualification, or relevant practical experience in software development.
• Experience or a good working knowledge of C#, ASP.NET and T-SQL / Microsoft SQL Server.
• Some knowledge of CSS and JavaScript.
• Experience of troubleshooting SQL statements and resolving technical issues.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A self-motivated approach and a willingness to take responsibility for your work.
• The ability to organise your workload and manage competing priorities.
• A flexible approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Why Join Filtronic?

Filtronic is an established technology business with a growing order book and exciting opportunities ahead. You will be joining a team where your work will support the systems and processes used across the business. We recognise the importance of developing our people and providing opportunities to build skills and experience as the company grows.

Benefits

• Salary benchmarked to attract the strongest candidates.
• 37.5 hour working week.
• 25 days’ holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Contributory pension scheme with up to 8% company contribution.
• Life Assurance.
• Income Protection Insurance.
• Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme.
• Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Volunteering day.
• Learning and development opportunities.

This advert provides an overview of the role and its key responsibilities. If you would like further information about the salary and benefits package before investing your time in applying, or would simply prefer an informal conversation about the opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion: At Filtronic, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We'll be happy to support you throughout your application journey.