About You
Are you ready to take your software engineering skills to a place where innovation drives impact? With a solid background in computer science, you’ll have the chance to own projects from concept to deployment, taking pride in bringing your ideas to life.
While molecular biology may not be your expertise, you’ll excel in this role by collaborating with our experts to transform cutting-edge prototypes into transformative technologies.
About Exciting Instruments
Exciting Instruments is a life science startup with a bold mission: to make single-molecule analysis accessible to every academic and pharma lab worldwide. Our flagship product, EI-FLEX, combines advanced smFRET and FCS capabilities in a compact, user-friendly design that delivers high-quality data.
Our early customers are thrilled with its ease of use and precision, and we’re just getting started. As we continue to expand globally, we’re looking for passionate professionals to join our journey and help us transform the future of research.
Role Overview
As a Software Engineer at Exciting Instruments, you’ll collaborate with a talented team of scientists and engineers to build and refine data acquisition and analysis tools that empower non-expert users to extract actionable insights from single-molecule spectroscopy.
This role offers you the opportunity to lead the development lifecycle for key tools, driving innovation from initial concept to deployment. You’ll directly contribute to shaping technology that changes the way scientific research is conducted.
Key Responsibilities
- Innovative Software Development: Build and enhance solutions to streamline data acquisition and analysis, making single-molecule spectroscopy more accessible to scientists.
- Algorithm Design: Develop and implement cutting-edge algorithms for new projects, focusing on impactful, efficient solutions.
- Ownership of Development Lifecycle: Take charge of projects from research to deployment, ensuring seamless integration into user workflows.
- User-Focused Design: Combine scientific rigor with intuitive, fast, and user-friendly software to deliver the best possible experience.
Current Tech Stack
- Desktop Applications: C++, Qt, Python, Windows
- Web Applications: VueJS, ASP.NET, Python, MSSQL, Azure
Essential Skills and Experience
- A BSc in Computer Science or a related field
- Proven ability to deliver solutions in fast-paced commercial settings, balancing quality and speed
- Deep understanding of software development and delivery best practices
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Experience working at a startup or spinout
- Proficiency in web development
- Experience in hardware automation (bonus points for experience with microscopes or spectrometers!)
What We Offer
Exciting Instruments is an equal-opportunity employer that fosters a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are dedicated to driving innovation and making a tangible difference in academia, pharma, and medical diagnostics.
- Competitive Salary
- Share Options Scheme
- Employer Pension Match
- 26 Days Annual Leave
Be part of a team shaping the future of single-molecule analysis and driving meaningful breakthroughs in science!