Job Description

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Main Purpose of the Role

The Software Engineer will be a key member of LK Metrology's Agile development team, responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) software solutions. This role also involves deploying newly developed software at customer sites, primarily in the UK, with occasional overseas travel.

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Key Responsibilities

Designs, develops, and tests new and existing CMM software applications Participates in the full software development lifecycle - from requirements gathering through to testing and delivery Ensures software projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to specification Supports the rollout, testing, and debugging of software at key customer locations
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Qualifications

Essential:

BEng or BSc (2:1 or above) in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics

Desirable:

Master's Degree in a related discipline
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Experience

Demonstrated experience in object-oriented software design Experience working on large-scale software engineering projects with established architecture Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices and tools such as Visual Studio, Git, and Jira
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Technical Skills & Knowledge

Essential:

Strong proficiency in C++ (modern standards including C++11 and above), STL, and object-oriented programming Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles Effective written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

Working knowledge of:

+ C#
+ SQL
+ JavaScript / React
Understanding of 3D vector mathematics and coordinate geometry Strong mathematical background, particularly in mechanics, numerical methods, or computational geometry Ability to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages
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Additional Information

The role may require occasional travel to customer sites, both in the UK and overseas * An interest in high-precision engineering, manufacturing technology, and metrology is advantageous