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Senior Consultant | Development, Testing & Data | London
Lead Software Engineer
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday
Reporting to: VP of Engineering
About the Organisation
We are a UK-based start-up applying robotics and artificial intelligence to revolutionise pest control. Our focus is on the automated production of sterile male insects, offering a sustainable, chemical-free solution to pest management. With a successful pilot production line in place, we are now scaling to millions of insects per week.
Our values guide everything we do:
* Spirit – Innovation, teamwork, and determination
* Fluid – Flexibility and openness to change
* Trustworthy – Integrity, honesty, and respect
* Growth Mindset – Embracing challenges and continuous learning
* Succeeding Together – Collaboration and shared success
Role Overview
We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our dynamic and collaborative team. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where you’ll lead the development of embedded and cloud-based software systems that power our insect rearing technology.
Key Responsibilities
* Own the software development lifecycle for assigned production modules.
* Lead the design, development, and maintenance of operational and field applications.
* Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
* Define and implement software development tools, frameworks, and best practices.
* Collaborate on AI models and cloud infrastructure for data analytics and monitoring.
Technical Scope
* Develop embedded software for production automation modules.
* Build systems to backhaul operational data to AWS for analytics.
* Contribute to AI-driven capsule processing systems.
* Take ownership of field delivery and operations tools.
Required Qualifications & Experience
* 2:1 degree in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.
* 5+ years in a software engineering leadership role.
* Experience with production line automation and control systems.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
* Design of low-power automated systems (e.g., animatronics, vending machines).
* Embedded microcontrollers (e.g., Raspberry Pi, Okdo, Tinker Edge R).
* AWS cloud storage and analytics.
* Working with remote software teams.
* Experience with motors, material handling systems, and PCB design.
* Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., food, cosmetics, medical).
* Project management skills or certifications.
Personal Attributes
* High energy, ambition, and a commitment to getting the job done.
* Integrity, openness, and a collaborative spirit.
* Adaptability to shifting priorities and new ideas.
* Creative, “can-do” attitude and strong communication skills.
* Comfortable working in warm, humid environments with live insects and performing fine manual tasks.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology, Engineering, and Manufacturing
* Industries
Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and IT System Operations and Maintenance
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