Software Engineer

Genus PLC has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Software Engineer to collaborate with Electrical and Instrument Engineering teams and customers to improve instrument operation. This position is in our Windsor office, and hybrid work is an option. The Software Engineer has primary accountability for being an active member of a scrum team and participating in all phases of software development including design, development, unit testing, deployment, and maintenance of new features and algorithms, as well as participating in code reviews. The successful candidate can work in a culturally diverse, fast-paced environment and can work autonomously and collaboratively across functional teams.

• Read and understand requirements, state diagrams, behavior descriptions, and algorithm definitions.
• Work with the broader team to define sprint goals, and implement new features, bug fixes, refactors, and automated tests to achieve these goals.
• Conduct hands-on lab testing to verify behavior and performance of software on instruments.
• Manage code changes and versioning in collaboration with team members using Git.
• Follow documented best practices for using tools and frameworks, continuously explore new tools to improve our software.
• Promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, including identifying and communicating workplace hazards to the relevant parties to correct unsafe actions or conditions.
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission and vision.
• Potentially be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications: (required)

• A University Degree in Computer Science or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with object-oriented programming languages
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Core-Java and experience with JavaFX or similar UI frameworks.
• Experience with application software development
• Knowledge of Webswing/OpenWebStart
• Knowledge of Linux OS
• Competent in C\C++
• Knowledge of Docker for application containerization and deployment
• Experience deploying software
• Product development experience

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

 At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. 

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.