We are looking for a C++ Software Engineer for a 6 month contract to develop high-quality device control software that interfaces with our range of USB driven motor controllers through a cross-platform (Windows and Linux) motion control platform.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm
Who we are?
Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 13 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.
Where you will be working?
It’s a hybrid role, working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely as well as your home. Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.
Requirements
What is essential to us…
Experienced C++ Software Engineer with proven record of full software development life cycle
Experience working on cross-platform projects targeting Windows and Linux
Experience working with serial communication protocols
Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Extensive knowledge of object-oriented programming techniques and best practices
Knowledge of software version control processes preferably Git
What we would like you to do/ to see…
Write and develop high assurance, well-designed and testable software using C++17
Engage with hardware and firmware engineers to determine serial protocols for driving motor controllers
Participate in code reviews and design discussions with the software team