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Infinitesima was spun out of the University of Bristol in 2001 and has been developing innovative metrology solutions that improve speed and precision in semiconductor manufacturing. The company's technology combines 3‑dimensional AFM, high‑speed laser activation, and interferometry, resulting in the Rapid Probe Microscope (RPM™), protected by an extensive patent portfolio. The RPM™ technology is used by leading semiconductor equipment companies worldwide.

Based in Abingdon, UK, we are a high‑calibre team of over 100 people and continue to grow, backed by global investors including Applied Ventures.

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Senior Director Design & Engineering.

Primary Purpose

The Software Director is responsible for defining and executing the software strategy, leading a team of engineers and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, robust software solutions integral to our metrology products. The role requires a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and deep knowledge of software development best practices across a cross‑functional engineering team.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Own a coherent software strategy and deliver new features while managing technical debt and aligning with other functions.
• Manage software competence managers (C#, LabVIEW, Python), focusing on leadership across languages.
• Work with architects to drive architectural design and development of scalable, reliable, maintainable software systems.
• Ensure effective team management: career development, resourcing, recruitment, mentoring, training, appraisals.
• Build and embed processes that support best practice and continuous improvement, including software testing.

Professional Skills & Abilities

• 10+ years of team‑lead and people‑management experience, including 5+ years managing software managers.
• Experience in machine‑tool software, desktop applications, real‑time control, or similar.
• Experience integrating software with evolving hardware and partnering with cross‑functional teams.
• Agile experience and application of lean methodologies in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Track record of implementing process improvements and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with external partners in overall software delivery.
• Deep knowledge of the software development cycle and programming best practices.
• Desirable: high‑volume manufacturing (HVM) semiconductor industry experience; incorporating third‑party code to meet standards.

Personal Skills & Abilities

• Self‑motivated and supportive, inspiring a collaborative team culture.
• Positive and pragmatic, aligning with dynamic business priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Role is predominantly onsite; some work‑from‑home possible.

Benefits

• £75,000‑£90,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Annual bonus, 25 days annual leave, flexible working hours, hybrid working options
• Death in service, private health care benefits, personal pension contributions (4% salary sacrificed)
• Generous EMI share scheme.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know and we will support you.