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A rapidly growing specialist manufacturing business is looking to recruit a talented Software Engineer with an interest in Mechanical Engineering to join their newly established product development program, based in Oxfordshire. This is an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in aerospace and additive manufacturing. The company is building a unified software platform that consolidates commercial and internal engineering tools. This platform will accelerate their design exploration, enabling faster performance optimization and rapid scaling for new applications. They are seeking a motivated Software Engineer to develop this platform. Working alongside Aerothermal Designers and Mechanical Engineers, you'll productionize internal code, wrap commercial simulation tools in C++/C# modules, and integrate everything into automated cloud-based workflows. Key requirements for Software Engineer: • A high calibre degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or Physics from a top University, • Excellent technical skills with C++ or C#, and Python with several years demonstrable commercial industry experience, • Natural problem-solver with eagerness to learn If you're passionate about applying your engineering expertise to solve complex challenges in aerospace technology, we want to hear from you. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

Your new roleAs a Data & Statistical Modelling Engineer, you'll join a highly collaborative Innovation Services team, developing statistical and machine-learning models to understand and predict variation in advanced manufacturing processes.You'll work closely with process, materials and software engineers to identify and control key variables critical to scaling production across a growing fleet of additive manufacturing machines. Your work will directly influence production reliability, quality and performance.Key responsibilities include: • Developing and maintaining statistical and ML models to analyse machine and material performance data, • Building and refining data pipelines to post-process experimental and operational data, • Collecting experimental data and owning frameworks that track performance over time, • Collaborating with testing engineers to design robust experiments and ensure high-quality training data, • Working with software engineers to embed modelling outputs into internal tools and platforms, • A degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related STEM discipline (or equivalent experience), • Strong programming skills, particularly in Python, • Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking, • High attention to detail with the ability to manage work independently, • Industry or postgraduate experience in machine learning and/or statistical modelling, • Probabilistic programming and time-series forecasting, • Experience within additive manufacturing, particularly Laser Powder Bed Fusion, • Investigating and reducing variation in production or manufacturing environments Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Software Engineer - Oxford (Hybrid) Salary: £60k + Annual Bonus We have partnered exclusively with a market-leading Manufacturing company who have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join their growing team. This role will be focused on the design, development, and maintenance of their software products within a .NET environment. Successful candidates for this position must have a minimum of 5+ years' experience developing with .NET, C#, XAML, Avalonia, as well as experience with web client-server application development, and UI development. Key Responsibilities: • Work on cross-platform projects including cloud-based, RESTful APIs, and client/server-based solutions., • Plan, track, and manage software projects - working both independently and collaboratively within Agile teams to meet project objectives and deadlines., • Design, develop, test, and maintain applications and GUI software across the full software development lifecycle., • Capture and interpret customer and user requirements to deliver high-quality, reliable software solutions., • Develop and maintain real-time and post-process data analysis software., • Apply relevant expertise in order to create robust, scalable, and maintainable code; whilst adhering to company policies and processes., • Develop and maintain software architecture using best practices such as multi-threading, design patterns, and SOLID principles., • Specify, install, and maintain development tools and technologies (e.g., GitLab DevOps, IDEs, testing frameworks)., • Investigate and resolve software issues or feature requests raised by internal teams, representatives, or customers., • Contribute to R&D initiatives by identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in existing or new software products., • .NET / .NET Core Frameworks, • C# and XAML, • Avalonia, • Web client-server application development, • Experience developing user interfaces, data visualisation tools, and interactive software., • Strong communication and teamwork, able to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams., • Git (GitLab DevOps), • Knowledge of communication protocols, • AWS, • Experience in the Manufacturing or Medical Industry, • Competitive base salary (DOE), • Annual profit share bonus, • 27 days holiday + bank holidays, • 5% employee and 5% employer contributions via salary sacrifice pension scheme, • Flexi hours, • Private Medical Insurance, • EV Car Scheme, • Learning & Development training budget Please apply to be immediately considered. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Our client is partnering with an organisation that's creating a transformative digital experience for students entering the world of work. They're building a scalable platform to support career readiness and connect young talent with meaningful opportunities. As an Automation QA Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of this platform as part of a dynamic, cross-functional tech team working at the forefront of modern software development. Why You’ll Want This Role • Be part of a team developing tools that impact hundreds of thousands of students across the UK, • Work within a modern engineering environment using cloud technologies and the latest testing frameworks, • Collaborate with product, design, and development to build a high-quality platform that truly makes a difference, • Influence the quality standards of a business committed to agile delivery, continuous improvement, and technical excellence Key Responsibilities • Collaborate within an Agile squad to support development and delivery of new product features, • Conduct thorough exploratory testing alongside automated test execution, • Build, maintain, and enhance automated testing pipelines using industry-leading tools, • Define and validate acceptance criteria for user stories, • Help identify technical debt and contribute to backlog refinement and prioritisation, • Support non-functional testing efforts, including performance and accessibility testing, • Contribute to documentation and peer review processes, • Share QA expertise with the wider engineering community to promote best practices Tech Stack You'll Work With • Test Automation: Cypress, Selenium, Cucumber/Gherkin, Postman, • DevOps & CI/CD: GitLab, Jenkins (or similar), Git, BrowserStack, • Performance & Accessibility Testing: K6, JMeter, • Collaboration Tools: Jira, Confluence, Snagit, • AI Tools: Exposure to GitHub Copilot or similar GenAI testing support tools About You • Strong background in full-stack web application testing (manual and automated), • Practical experience in Agile software development environments, • Proficient with modern automation frameworks and tools, • Knowledge of QA methodologies, accessibility, and performance testing, • Comfortable with REST API testing, • Strong communication skills and attention to detail, • Eager to mentor others and promote a culture of quality across the team, • A quick learner who stays up-to-date with emerging tools and trends Desirable: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar, • Interest in applying AI tools to support automation, • Passionate about improving developer workflows and delivery pipelines Working Environment • Full-time, permanent role (37.5 hours/week), • Hybrid working options based in the UK, • Background screening required as part of the recruitment process

Senior Software Engineer – C# / Hardware Integration / High-Precision Systems Hybrid Working | £65,000–£70,000 + Bonus + Share Options Do you enjoy building software that directly drives complex hardware? Do you thrive at the intersection of C#, control systems and real-world engineering? Are you ready to take technical ownership while mentoring others and shaping engineering standards? If so, this could be your next move. Our client is an innovative, technology-driven organisation developing advanced hardware platforms used in cutting-edge scientific and industrial environments. As they continue to expand into new markets and applications, they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening their core software systems. This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on coding excellence with technical leadership in a business where software performance directly influences real-world system capability. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will take ownership of critical software components that power high-precision hardware platforms. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will help design, develop and evolve robust, secure and scalable applications that interface directly with advanced equipment. You will remain deeply technical while guiding a small, focused team – influencing architecture, development standards and best practice across the full software lifecycle. This is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems that span software and hardware boundaries and who wants their work to have tangible, measurable impact. Why This Role is Great Instead of routine delivery work, you’ll have the opportunity to: • Shape system architecture – Contribute to key design decisions and influence how core applications evolve., • Master hardware-software integration – Build and refine control software for sophisticated, high-precision systems., • Own complex engineering challenges – Handle asynchronous events, timing considerations, data flow and system resilience., • Raise engineering standards – Champion CI pipelines, automated testing, secure coding and structured release processes., • Mentor and elevate others – Guide engineers through code reviews, architectural thinking and best practice., • Design with security in mind – Embed application, system and network security principles into deployed hardware environments., • Support global deployments – Contribute to systems that operate in demanding real-world settings. Every project offers the chance to deepen your expertise in C#, hardware control systems and secure application design. About You – What You’ll Get to Work With You may already be a Senior Software Engineer, or perhaps a Software Lead ready for broader technical ownership. In this role, you’ll build on your experience with: • C# and .NET for robust, production-grade applications, • Python for tooling, automation or data handling, • UI design and implementation for control or monitoring systems, • Software that interacts directly with hardware (e.g. motion control, machine vision, device communication), • Secure coding practices and system resilience, • Modern DevOps approaches including CI/CD and automated testing You’ll get to work on systems where reliability, timing accuracy and safe operation truly matter. If you’ve worked on industrial equipment, IoT devices, cloud-connected systems or secure networked applications, your experience will translate well. A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent practical experience will support your ability to analyse complex technical challenges. Importantly, our client values potential as well as experience. If you bring transferable skills from similarly demanding environments, you are strongly encouraged to apply. What’s on Offer • £65,000–£70,000 salary DOE, • Annual bonus scheme, • Share option scheme, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Private medical insurance, • Income protection and life assurance, • Enhanced family leave, • Matched pension contributions up to 5%, • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Mental health and wellbeing support, • Funded professional development and further study, • Volunteering opportunities Due to the nature of the work, some on-site collaboration will be required to support hands-on system development. Diversity & Inclusion Our client and our agency are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their strengths. Ready to Take Technical Ownership? If you’re looking for a Senior C# Software Engineer role where you can influence architecture, mentor others, and build software that directly drives advanced hardware systems, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to explore how this opportunity could elevate your career.

Graduate Chemist - Location: Oxfordshire We are looking for a motivated Assistant Chemist to support laboratory research focused on advanced materials for an alternative energy technology. This is a lab-based role, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on experimental work and contributing to cutting-edge technology development. Responsibilities • Carry out routine and exploratory lab experiments., • Maintain strict safety standards; complete COSHH and risk assessments., • Keep accurate electronic and written experimental records., • Communicate results clearly within the team., • Maintain an organised, clean laboratory workspace. About You • Degree in chemistry/applied science or experience in experimental planning., • Experience working in a laboratory environment., • Strong communication, teamwork, and record-keeping skills., • Good computer skills and willingness to learn new techniques.

Are you a junior engineer with a passion for Embedded Systems and C++? Imagine having the opportunity to shape the future of a burgeoning RTOS company with your decisions. Are you eager to work with cutting-edge technology in the field of software development and embedded systems? Look no further! About the Role: As a junior engineer in this team, you will be an integral part of the company's journey. Our client is well-funded, has established relationships with major clients, and is already working on exciting projects. This forward-thinking company specializes in high-level RTOS technology with global applications. The ideal candidate will have a desire to become a specialist in robotics and embedded systems. An interest in web development would also be a valuable asset. Tech Stack: In this role, you'll have the chance to work on cutting-edge robotics technology, including embedded systems, all within a Linux environment. Hands on skills in one of the following programming languages is preferable: C, C++, C#, or Go. Knowledge of multiple languages is a significant advantage, and familiarity with scripting languages like Python is a plus. What We're Looking For: As a Junior Software Engineer, you should bring the following to the table: • Familiarity and a passion for programming within Linux/Unix/BSD environments., • An eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges., • Proficiency in at least one of the following: C, C++, C#, or Go, with a willingness to expand your skillset., • Familiarity with scripting languages like Python., • An exposure of version control systems like Git and experience with repositories like GitHub or Gitlab., • A strong grasp of algorithmic, real-time, and embedded development., • Keen attention to detail and the ability to analyse data., • A desire to pick up skills for data mining and uncovering hidden insights., • Degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or Robotics, • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify anomalies. So, if you’re looking for a new challenge at an exciting tech start-up, who are ready to take things to the next level, please don’t hesitate to apply! Humand Talent Solutions and their clients and associates do not discriminate on any of the following and any terminology that suggests that should be made aware to our business ASAP. Categories include: · gender · race · religion or belief · disability · age · pregnancy and maternity · marriage and civil partnership · sexual orientation · gender reassignment

Are you an early career engineer with a genuine interest in embedded systems and C++? Would you like to play a meaningful part in shaping the direction of a growing RTOS business, where your work truly makes an impact? If working with advanced robotics and real time software in a well funded start up sounds exciting, this could be the right move. The Opportunity You will join a highly capable engineering team developing advanced RTOS technology with global applications. The business already works with recognised clients and has strong financial backing, giving you the stability of an established organisation with the energy of a start up. This is a brilliant chance for someone who wants to build deep expertise in robotics and embedded systems. An interest in web technologies would also be beneficial. The Tech Environment You will be working within a Linux based environment on cutting edge robotics and embedded platforms. Experience in one or more of the following is preferred: • C, • C++, • C# What We Are Looking For To succeed in this role, you should have: • A strong interest in programming within Linux, Unix or BSD systems, • A willingness to learn and take on new technical challenges, • Practical experience in at least one of C, C++, C# or Go, • Some exposure to Python or similar scripting tools, • Experience using Git and platforms such as GitHub or GitLab, • A solid understanding of algorithms, real time systems or embedded development, • Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail, • An interest in data analysis and identifying patterns or anomalies, • A degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Robotics or a related subject, • Good problem solving ability and a logical approach If you are looking to develop your career within an ambitious technology business that is building something genuinely innovative, we would be keen to speak with you. Humand Talent Solutions and our partners are committed to equal opportunity and inclusive hiring. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of gender, race, religion or belief, disability, age, pregnancy or maternity status, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender reassignment.

BSc or MSc degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering field. Engineer, you will design, prototype and build software for our embedded systems, principally our UXV navigation co‑pilot platform. You'll work alongside leading engineers, AI special

Undergraduate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent. Pro-actively identifies areas for improvement within the software system and processes. Software development of complex applications.

Undergraduate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent. Engineering/Science/Technology. Under general supervision, designs, codes, tests, trouble‑shoots and documents engineering systems applications.

Product Manager - Systems Engineer. Degree in Systems, Safety, Aerospace, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.

Senior Software Engineer - Oxford (Hybrid) Salary: £60k + Annual Bonus We have partnered exclusively with a market-leading Manufacturing company who have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join their growing team. This role will be focused on the design, development, and maintenance of their software products within a .NET environment. Successful candidates for this position must have a minimum of 5+ years' experience developing with .NET, C#, XAML, Avalonia, as well as experience with web client-server application development, and UI development. Key Responsibilities: Work on cross-platform projects including cloud-based, RESTful APIs, and client/server-based solutions. Plan, track, and manage software projects - working both independently and collaboratively within Agile teams to meet project objectives and deadlines. Design, develop, test, and maintain applications and GUI software across the full software development lifecycle. Capture and interpret customer and user requirements to deliver high-quality, reliable software solutions. Develop and maintain real-time and post-process data analysis software. Apply relevant expertise in order to create robust, scalable, and maintainable code; whilst adhering to company policies and processes. Develop and maintain software architecture using best practices such as multi-threading, design patterns, and SOLID principles. Specify, install, and maintain development tools and technologies (e.g., GitLab DevOps, IDEs, testing frameworks). Investigate and resolve software issues or feature requests raised by internal teams, representatives, or customers. Contribute to R&D initiatives by identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in existing or new software products. Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to junior team members. Essential Skills: .NET / .NET Core Frameworks C# and XAML Avalonia Web client-server application development Experience developing user interfaces, data visualisation tools, and interactive software. Strong communication and teamwork, able to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Minimum of 2:1 degree in programming or computer science or equivalent industry experience required. Nice to haves: Git (GitLab DevOps) Knowledge of communication protocols AWS Experience in the Manufacturing or Medical Industry Background in Electronics Engineering Benefits: Competitive base salary (DOE) Annual profit share bonus 27 days holiday + bank holidays 5% employee and 5% employer contributions via salary sacrifice pension scheme Flexi hours Private Medical Insurance EV Car Scheme Learning & Development training budget Smart casual dress code If you're an experienced Software Engineer skilled with C# .NET and you are looking to join a market-leading company offering a great benefits package, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Please apply to be immediately considered. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Engineering Manager Location: UK (Hybrid - offices in Oxford area - 1 day per month) Salary: Up to 100k plus benefits About the Role We're working with a growing technology-led organisation going through an exciting period of scale and transformation. They're looking for an Engineering Manager to lead and support multiple development teams, with a strong focus on people, delivery health, and stakeholder alignment. This role isn't about being the most hands-on coder, it's about creating the right environment for engineers to do their best work. You'll work closely with Tech Leads, Product, and senior stakeholders to ensure teams are happy, productive, and delivering value at a sustainable pace. What You'll Do Lead, coach, and support engineering teams, focusing on growth, wellbeing, and performance Run effective 1:1s, performance reviews, and development conversations Own delivery health, sprint planning, capacity, and sustainable ways of working Act as the main point of contact for delivery updates, risks, and dependencies Partner with Tech Leads on resourcing, standards, and ways of working Support hiring and team growth as the organisation scales About You Background in managing software engineering teams Strong background as a software engineer with solid technical fundamentals Comfortable having honest performance and feedback conversations Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum / Kanban) Confident working with stakeholders and balancing delivery trade-offs A people-first leader who cares about team health as much as outcomes Nice to Have Experience in regulated environments (financial services, legal, property, etc.) Exposure to platform, DevOps, or reliability-focused teams Background working alongside distributed or multi-team setups Engineering or computer science degree (or equivalent experience) Why Join? Opportunity to shape engineering culture and team growth Work closely with experienced Tech Leads and product partners Hybrid working with UK office options Supportive, people-focused leadership environment Long-term role in a scaling, product-led business Please apply for more details TPBN1_UKTJ

Your new role As a Data & Statistical Modelling Engineer, you'll join a highly collaborative Innovation Services team, developing statistical and machine-learning models to understand and predict variation in advanced manufacturing processes.You'll work closely with process, materials and software engineers to identify and control key variables critical to scaling production across a growing fleet of additive manufacturing machines. Your work will directly influence production reliability, quality and performance. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining statistical and ML models to analyse machine and material performance data Building and refining data pipelines to post-process experimental and operational data Collecting experimental data and owning frameworks that track performance over time Collaborating with testing engineers to design robust experiments and ensure high-quality training data Working with software engineers to embed modelling outputs into internal tools and platforms Communicating insights clearly to ensure your work delivers tangible value across the business This role is based at a dedicated R&D facility and offers exposure to real-world, high-impact engineering challenges. What you'll need to succeed You'll have a strong analytical background and enjoy applying data, statistics and modelling techniques to complex physical systems. You'll be comfortable working across disciplines and translating technical insight into practical outcomes.Essential experience includes: A degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related STEM discipline (or equivalent experience) Strong programming skills, particularly in Python Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking High attention to detail with the ability to manage work independently Strong communication skills and confidence working in cross-functional teams Desirable experience includes: Industry or postgraduate experience in machine learning and/or statistical modelling Probabilistic programming and time-series forecasting Experience within additive manufacturing, particularly Laser Powder Bed Fusion Investigating and reducing variation in production or manufacturing environments Interest in high-performance applications such as aerospace, precision engineering or advanced electronics What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ