Software Developer, Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer

Position Software Developer – Guitar Amplification

Location:

Northampton, UK

Permanent role

Blackstar Amplification’s R&D team are recruiting for an exciting new position, the perfect role for a Software Engineer who is passionate about guitars and music technology.

• Design, develop and maintain cross-platform desktop applications and audio plugins for the musical instrument market.
• Package and distribute new, and regularly‑updated, software for direct distribution.
• Collaborate with the wider team to peer review, bug fix, and generally improve Blackstar’s multi‑platform software ecosystem.
• Devise, control and carry out pre‑release test procedures for both hardware and software products.

• Proven knowledge and professional experience with:
  • Modern C++ and the JUCE Framework
  • Windows and macOS app development
  • Build systems, notably CMake and CPack, as well as code signing and notarization
  • Plugin architectures (AU, VST3, AAX, LV2)
  • Low‑level software principles
  • Version control software (ideally Git) and the command line
  • Scripting languages such as Bash or Python
  • UI/UX implementation
  • Anti‑piracy methods, such as PACE iLok.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial software development environment.
• Ability to produce clean, accurate and reusable code.
• Qualified to degree level or above in Computer Science or a related field.
• Highly organised, independent and self‑reliant.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Experience with:
  • CI/CD (ideally Git Hub Actions)
  • Agile development practices and associated software (Jira, Confluence etc.)
  • Unit Testing
  • Audio Plugin testing frameworks such as Pluginval
  • Rest APIs
  • Mobile app development
  • Linux development
• An understanding of: DSP Principles, Linux Development, Real Time Audio or LVGL.
• Guitar player or you have an active interest in music technology.

• Working with a wider team based in Northampton, UK. Hybrid and Remote working will be considered.
• Full time 08.00 – 17.00, Monday – Friday.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Excellent career progression and learning opportunities.
• Private mental health support.