Manager, Software Design

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

The engineering team in Nottingham is part of Stratasys and is responsible for a series of 3D printers with the ambition of moving 3D print from prototyping into production. You will play a key role leading the software team in supporting and further improving a high-speed 3D printer based on world-leading piezoelectric drop-on-demand inkjet technologies.

In addition to leading the software team, The Software Manager is responsible for the core 3D printing engine, optimizing and extending the capabilities of the machine, as well as developing tools and features to assist other teams like R&D and customer support.

What you will be doing:

• Leading a small team of software developers
• Taking architectural lead on the software that runs on the 3D printer
• Guiding management and other stakeholders in their visions and requirements, planning and implementing agreed features.
• Managing software updates to the worldwide fleet of 3D printers.
• Assisting our Customer Success team in resolving customer issue escalations.
• On a daily basis, you will work closely with software and hardware engineers in Stratasys Nottingham to design a reliable machine and seamless user experience.

Must have for this role:

• Bachelor’s in software development, Computer Science, or Engineering OR work equivalent
• 2+ yrs working as a lead or manager.
• 3+ yrs experience with Linux systems
• 1+ yrs C or C++ programming
• 2+ yrs working with machine software or similar where understanding of physics, thermal processes and/or electrical systems is required.

Nice to have:

• 1+ yrs of git source control
• 1+ yrs working with ROS (Robot Operating System)
• 1+ yrs working with cameras and image handling
• 1+ yrs working with IoT systems
• 1+ yrs of collaboration with a customer support function

You will be a part of a fascinating and flexible international environment working together with many specialists in different areas e.g. electronics, mechanical, manufacturing etc. The growing team in Nottingham, based at Nottingham Science Park opposite the University of Nottingham campus, offers the dynamics of a start-up, including fast decisions, fun and enthusiasm and close relation to management. We also offer modern flexible working conditions, regular team bonding events, and a dynamic and international working culture.

Being part of the Nottingham team of 25 colleagues, you will also become part of the global Stratasys family which can offer lots of career opportunities, being a world-wide organization with approx. 2,000 employees worldwide.