At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop software for testing systems that impact everyday life.
- Company: Join Instron, a leader in material testing technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive Agile team, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Why this job: Make a real-world impact by solving engineering challenges globally.
- Qualifications: Strong C# programming skills and experience with hardware-based software.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Build Software That Tests the World’s Most Important Materials. At Instron, our software engineers don’t just write code — they help engineers, scientists, and manufacturers around the world test the materials that make everyday life possible. From aerospace and automotive to medical devices and renewable energy, our systems are trusted wherever performance and safety truly matter. We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our UK Engineering team and help develop the next generation of software that powers Instron’s industry‑leading testing systems. If you enjoy solving real‑world engineering problems, working collaboratively in a supportive Agile team, and seeing your software used in laboratories across the globe, we’d love to hear from you. This role is based at our UK site in High Wycombe.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design, develop, and maintain high‑quality software features for our testing systems, primarily using C# and .NET.
- Work in an Agile / Scrum environment, owning your tasks and contributing to shared project goals.
- Write clean, testable code, alongside unit tests and test cases, working closely with our Software Quality Assurance team.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to deliver robust, integrated solutions.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues across new and existing products.
- Review and contribute to your colleagues’ code, helping maintain high engineering standards.
- Support and enhance released products in response to customer and market needs.
- Share progress, ideas, and improvements with your project manager or technical mentor.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong programming experience in C# and object‑oriented design.
- Experience developing software for hardware‑based products.
- Experience developing WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) applications, including building user interfaces that interact with a business layer.
- A keen eye for detail and a structured, logical approach.
Software Engineer employer: INSTRON
At Instron, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our UK Engineering team in High Wycombe offers software engineers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that impact industries worldwide, while also providing ample growth opportunities through mentorship and professional development. With a focus on Agile methodologies and a commitment to high engineering standards, we ensure our employees are supported in their pursuit of excellence and creativity.
