Desktop Software Engineer
Youll be joining an engineering-led team building greenfield software used in real laboratory environments, supporting chemists in designing, running and optimising chemical processes. Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.
The focus is on desktop application development (WPF / WinUI), with software that connects directly to lab equipment and automation systems. Its a hands-on role, building applications that are used day-to-day by scientists rather than internal business tools.
What youll be working on Designing and building next-generation desktop applications in C# / .NET
Developing software that interfaces with laboratory instruments and automation systems
Creating tools that support scientific workflows and chemical processes
Contributing to architecture and helping shape new systems from the ground up
Working closely with engineers, product teams and domain specialists
This is a greenfield environment, with a strong focus on building new capability rather than maintaining legacy systems.
Tech C# / .NET
WPF / WinUI (desktop-first)
SQL / data handling
System integration with real-world hardware
Nice to have (not essential):
Linux / C++
IoT or industrial protocols (MQTT, OPC UA)
Cloud exposure (Azure)
What theyre looking for Strong experience in C# / .NET development
Experience building desktop applications (WPF, WinUI or similar)
Solid engineering fundamentals (design, testing, maintainability)
Comfortable working in a product-focused xkybehq environment
Interest in software that interacts with real-world systems
Why this role Greenfield work on next-generation software
Applications used in real scientific environments
Opportunity to influence product and technical direction
Engineering-led team with a hands-on culture
Hybrid working (2 days onsite)
Package £55,000 £65,000
Hybrid working
Private healthcare
Pension
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Employee wellbeing support
The focus is on desktop application development (WPF / WinUI), with software that connects directly to lab equipment and automation systems. Its a hands-on role, building applications that are used day-to-day by scientists rather than internal business tools.
What youll be working on Designing and building next-generation desktop applications in C# / .NET
Developing software that interfaces with laboratory instruments and automation systems
Creating tools that support scientific workflows and chemical processes
Contributing to architecture and helping shape new systems from the ground up
Working closely with engineers, product teams and domain specialists
This is a greenfield environment, with a strong focus on building new capability rather than maintaining legacy systems.
Tech C# / .NET
WPF / WinUI (desktop-first)
SQL / data handling
System integration with real-world hardware
Nice to have (not essential):
Linux / C++
IoT or industrial protocols (MQTT, OPC UA)
Cloud exposure (Azure)
What theyre looking for Strong experience in C# / .NET development
Experience building desktop applications (WPF, WinUI or similar)
Solid engineering fundamentals (design, testing, maintainability)
Comfortable working in a product-focused xkybehq environment
Interest in software that interacts with real-world systems
Why this role Greenfield work on next-generation software
Applications used in real scientific environments
Opportunity to influence product and technical direction
Engineering-led team with a hands-on culture
Hybrid working (2 days onsite)
Package £55,000 £65,000
Hybrid working
Private healthcare
Pension
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Employee wellbeing support