At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead software upgrades for innovative robotic systems and enhance customer automation platforms.
- Company: Join Labman, a leader in robotic and laboratory automation solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days holiday, profit sharing, private healthcare, and more perks.
- Other info: Opportunities for international travel and excellent career growth await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with talented teams.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in C# .NET, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for software development.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Labman HQ, Stokesley, North Yorkshire
Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 based on experience
Employment Type: Full-time
While your primary workplace will be our Stokesley office, there may be opportunities to travel internationally to customer sites. At Labman, we design and build world‑class robotic and laboratory automation systems that are used by some of the most innovative organisations around the globe.
As our C# Software Engineer – Upgrades Lead, you'll join the Service & Support Team, taking ownership of software upgrades that enhance and extend the capabilities of existing Labman systems. You'll play a key role in helping our customers maximise the value of their automation platforms by introducing new features, improving performance, and delivering long‑term software solutions. This is an opportunity to combine hands‑on software development with technical leadership, collaborating closely with teams across the business to deliver high‑quality, customer‑focused solutions.
What You'll Be Doing
- Design and develop software upgrades for existing Labman systems.
- Write high‑quality code using Microsoft C# .NET and object‑oriented programming principles.
- Work closely with software engineers across the business to ensure upgrades align with coding standards and development best practices.
- Support, maintain, and improve existing software applications.
- Introduce new functionality based on customer requirements and feedback.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and identify opportunities for innovation.
- Produce clear and effective technical documentation.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to understand system functionality and workflows.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, takes ownership of their work, and is passionate about delivering robust software solutions.
You'll Ideally Have
- Minimum 3 years' commercial experience developing in C# .NET
- Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming principles
- Experience developing Windows desktop applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience producing technical documentation
- The ability to understand and visualise complex mechatronic system workflows from videos, images, and technical documentation
- A collaborative approach and desire to work closely with engineering teams and customers
Why Join Labman?
At Labman, you'll be surrounded by talented engineers, scientists, designers, and innovators who are passionate about solving real‑world problems through automation.
We Offer Company Benefits
- 33 days holiday (rising to 38)
- Company profit share scheme
- 5% employer pension
- Private healthcare (Aviva)
- Travel opportunities
- Enhanced parental leave
- CPD support
- Free gym, climbing wall, VR racing, sports and social clubs
International Travel
There may be opportunities to travel internationally to customer sites, supporting the deployment of software upgrades and seeing your work in action first‑hand.
Labman Values
- IN IT TOGETHER - Shared effort, shared success
- EXCELLENCE - Delivering the highest quality in everything we do
- HUMILITY - Grounded, respectful, and always learning
- SUSTAINABILITY - Building a business that lasts
- FUN - Friendly, enthusiastic, and a bit different
