C# WPF Software Engineer

We are seeking an experience C#/.NET Developer to join a specialised R&D group focused on the intersection of sophisticated software and high-value hardware.

• This position is being offered a 12 month contract basis, working inside IR35.
• Hybrid working, candidates should be able to travel to the Cambridge area when required.

This role involves developing thick-client desktop architecture and managing the challenges of real-time hardware interfacing.

You will contribute to a modern Windows based platform, designing and developing control software for unique, market-leading instrumentation used in global research and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of control software for a wide-ranging, complex product portfolio.
• Work with application specialists and UX designers to ensure high-performance usability for technical end-users.
• Document software designs to facilitate long-term maintenance and system reliability.
• Manage code integrity and versioning within a structured Azure DevOps environment.
• Operate within ISO 9001 & 14001 frameworks to ensure rigorous change control standards.
• Maintain an expert-level skillset in Windows application development to influence future R&D roadmaps.

Requirements

• Extensive commercial experience in software development.
• C#
• .NET 4+
• WPF
• MVVM
• Git
• Azure DevOps
• Visual Studio (2022/2026)
• Windows 11 development

Desirable Skills

• Experience in hardware control or interfacing software with physical devices.
• Software architecture and technical leadership.
• Image processing, ML/AI, or C++.

This position offers the opportunity to join an increasingly software-centric R&D group where your work manages complex physical systems within a cross-site, multi-functional team.

Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.