Experienced Instrument Software Developer

Position

Experienced Instrument Software Developer

Labman HQ, Stokesley, North Yorkshire

£45,000 – £65,000 per year

Full‑time

Labman’s Product Development team builds software behind world‑leading automated laboratory instruments. You will engineer intuitive software, from aesthetic UX/UI to rock‑solid hardware interfaces, shaping how the next generation of instruments look, feel, and behave.

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle—from concept and design through to coding, testing, deployment, and documentation.
• Develop high‑quality software using object‑oriented principles, primarily in Microsoft C# .NET.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and help implement new innovations across future systems.
• Follow Labman’s software development processes and contribute to continuous improvements.
• Support and maintain existing software systems, ensuring they remain efficient, user‑friendly, and easy to support.
• Mentor junior colleagues, providing guidance and contributing to their professional growth.
• Contribute to the development of software strategies, standards, and internal processes.

• Minimum 3 years commercial experience in C# .NET.
• Strong software development skills in Microsoft C# .NET, including object‑oriented design.
• Experience in Windows desktop application development.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills in a practical, hands‑on environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and projects.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary project teams.
• High level of self‑organisation and strong time‑management skills.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and adopt new technologies andli>

• 33 days’ annual holiday (rising to 38 over 5 years) including public holidays.
• Company profit share scheme.
• 5% employer pension paid on full salary.
• Travel opportunities in various roles.
• Enhanced maternity pay (long service applicable).
• Pool tables, football team, Sim racing.
• Free in‑house gym, squash, bouldering wall, and countless clubs.

• In it together – We’re a team; a community of mutual support.
• Excellence – Working and delivering at the very highest quality.
• Humility – Respecting yourself and others.
• Sustainability – Recognition that we have an impact on our planet, our company and our community.
• Fun – Enjoyment in your work.