Techcomp Europe Group holds an exciting portfolio of rapidly growing technology businesses that operate globally. Our brands include Edinburgh Instruments, Scion, Froilabo, Precisa and Isotopx. As a result of our continued investment in R&D, based in our Headquarter office in Livingston, Scotland, Techcomp has an exciting product pipeline to add to its existing portfolio and create fantastic opportunities for global market development through our global network of businesses and sales channels.
Scion Instruments also markets Compass CDS™ stand-alone and client-server chromatography data systems. Reporting to the R&D Programme Manager, the Lead Software Application Developer will guide the software development team in creating and maintaining scalable, high-performance software applications that meet the needs of the business, powering it’s Mass Spectroscopy analytical instrumentation. This role requires hands-on development skills, leadership and mentoring capabilities, a deep understanding of various software development methodologies and tools, and the responsibility for managing the technical roadmap and ensuring quality.
Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Participate in recruitment, training and performance evaluations of teams members.
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining accountability for project deliverables, using the Azure DevOps platform.
• Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to define application requirements and deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers to provide estimations of time and resources requirements, to ensure delivery of functionality within project timeframes and scope.
• Collaborate with project managers to identify and mitigate potential risks in the development cycle.
• Architect, design and develop high-quality, scalable applications using C#, .NET framework and related technologies.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in alignment with best practice and coding standards.
• Perform code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
• Ensure software applications are thoroughly tested and perform as expected across different environments.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on tools, frameworks, and technologies to optimize the software development processes.
• Stay updated on the latest industry trends, programming languages and tools, ensuring the team is equipped with the most effective technology.
• Contribute to the long-term strategy for software architecture and system integration.
BSc or MSc in computer science or equivalent formal education (candidate without formal qualifications, or with relevant science/engineering degrees who can demonstrate relevant experience will also be considered).
• Proven experience of commercial or industrial software application product development to high quality standards, from gathering requirements and writing specifications to testing and debugging.
• Proven application development experience with C#, .NET frameworks and related technologies (i.e. WinForms, WPF), with C, C++, MFC, Delphi and\or Visual Basic experience desirable.
• Familiarity with database technologies such as SQL Server or Oracle.
• Proficient understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience of using Source Code Management tools (GIT preferable), planning and bug tracking tools (Azure Boards preferable) and Integrated Development Environments (Visual Studio preferable).
• React to unexpected situations; Work with minimal supervision and direction; Planning and Organising: React positively to pressure situations; Help others when needed; Flexible; Strive to see projects to completion.
• Provide regular performance feedback; Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Analytical: Use intuition and experience to complement data; Collects and researches large data; Positive body language; Customer Focus: We prioritize our customers' needs and strive to exceed their expectations through exceptional service, quality products, and comprehensive support.
• Integrity and Trust: We conduct our business with the highest standards of ethics, honesty, and transparency, fostering trust and long-term relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
• Innovation: We foster a culture of continuous improvement and creativity, driving technological advancements that enhance our products and services, and contribute to the progress of the scientific community.
• We treat all individuals with dignity, fairness, and respect, valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.
• In return we offer excellent financial rewards and career development prospects. 5 flexible working pattern, that allows an early finish on a Friday. After an initial qualifying period and subject to the Company’s terms and conditions of employment, Scion Instruments offers a comprehensive range of benefits including performance-related bonus scheme, death in service, group income protection, private medical insurance, pension scheme, paid holidays, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work and employee discount scheme.
As an equal opportunities employer, Scion Instruments is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.