Salary: £40,000 - 55,000 per year Requirements: Educated to degree level in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or possessing equivalent vocational qualifications and significant operational experience in systems development. Certification in ITIL (Service Management) or relevant software development methodologies (e.g., Agile/Waterfall). Technical proficiency in configuring and customising Laboratory Information Management Systems (specifically ThermoFisher SampleManager or similar enterprise LIMS platforms). Strong coding skills in languages relevant to the LIMS environment (e.g., VGL, C#, .NET) and experience with scripting for automation. Advanced knowledge of SQL (Oracle or SQL Server). Ability to translate scientific business processes into clear technical specifications and functional designs. Skill in creating precise technical documentation, including change logs, code revisions, and user guides. Proven experience in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from gathering requirements through to testing, implementation, and post-go-live support. Experience collaborating with third-party software suppliers (such as ThermoFisher) to manage upgrades, patch deployments, and resolve escalated defects. Practical experience in integrating core business applications with other enterprise systems or laboratory instrumentation. A strong track record of managing software changes within a formal change control framework, ensuring risk analysis is conducted to prevent operational disruption. Experience providing 2nd and 3rd line technical support, troubleshooting complex application errors, and delivering training to non-technical business users. Responsibilities: Conduct workshops and one-to-one sessions with laboratory staff to define the business objectives and functional outcomes required for new system enhancements. Design and specify software modules or configuration changes to the ThermoFisher platform to deliver solutions that improve laboratory efficiency and data quality. Develop and implement code changes, ad-hoc queries, and reports to meet the specific analytical needs of the Scientific Services team. Execute rigorous testing protocols on new software modules in accordance with IT policies to ensure right first time delivery and regulatory compliance. Analyse the impact of proposed system changes and coordinate the change control process to minimise risk to live laboratory operations. Provide 2nd and 3rd line technical support for reported system issues to resolve faults and maintain the availability of critical testing applications. Train end-users on new system functionality and mentor junior IT colleagues to ensure effective adoption and long-term supportability of the solution. Liaise with third-party suppliers (ThermoFisher) and internal infrastructure teams to implement major software upgrades and troubleshoot complex external defects. Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and manage code revisions to ensure the long-term maintainability and auditability of the system. Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota to provide emergency technical response for critical system outages affecting 24/7 laboratory operations. Technologies: C# Support ITIL Oracle SQL ASP.NET More: We are a dedicated water company striving to be the provider and employer of choice in our communities. Our Scientific Services department plays a crucial role in ensuring public health and regulatory compliance through our advanced systems. We embrace diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace, offering excellent benefits such as a stakeholder pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution, 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 6 weeks with service), flexible annual leave, paid volunteering days, a cycle to work scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, and well-being benefits. Join us in making a difference. last updated 4 week of 2026