TESCAN is a global supplier of scientific instruments. The company is building its reputation and brand name in the field of design and manufacturing of electron, ion and x-ray instruments as well as full system solutions for various applications.
TESCAN participates in top research projects and cooperation with leading companies in the field of electron microscopy and microanalysis. As a result, TESCAN's instrumentation and innovative solutions have won a leading position in the world of nano- and microtechnology. More about us at www.tescan.com
We are currently recruiting a Software Developer for our Micro CT acquisition module. Reporting to the Head of R&D and Engineering.
You will work with a team based in Ghent (Belgium) and Brno (Czech Republic).
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Use APIs, libraries, low-level communication protocols, and unmanaged code to integrate hardware components, handle binary data, and ensure reliable system operation.
- Work closely with system engineers and domain experts to design proprietary solutions, extract essential domain knowledge from existing systems, and advance the capabilities of our imaging scanners.
- Participate in hands-on testing and integration of hardware, ensuring the efficient operation of imaging systems within a radiation physics and imaging science environment.
- Critically review existing solutions and conduct research in collaboration with the R&D team.
- Maintain a broad overview of the overall solution, understanding how specific module designs influence the product roadmap and long-term system architecture.
- Synchronize with SW dev team in BRNO, Czech Republic where the team leader of Acquila 2.0 project is based
Qualification and skills required:
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of professional software development experience.
- Understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented design and programming principles (e.g. SOLID).
- Strong proficiency in English; knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
- Technical Expertise – Strong C#/.NET and system-level design skills; proficient in device communication (Ethernet, CAN, USB) and multi-threaded architecture.
- Design Review Participation – Actively contributes to design/code reviews, ensuring robust, scalable, and well-integrated solutions.
You have personal characteristics:
- Willing to learn and design new systems with a keen attention to detail.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Works effectively with HW, electronics, and QA teams to align software and system requirements.
- Quality & Reliability – Writes maintainable, well-tested code with strong diagnostics, error handling, and integration stability.
- Ownership & Mentorship – Takes ownership of deliverables, mentors peers, and promotes best practices in CI/CD and software craftsmanship.
This awaits you:·
- Opportunity to work with cutting edge micro-CT equipment in a collaborative team.
- A culture through which you can share ideas and develop your expertise.
- Extended training programs.
- Team mates who will support and inspire you.
Are you interested?
Feel free to send us your (i) professional resume and (ii) cover letter describing reasons of your interest and expectations.
A review of applications will run continuously as they are received and until the position is filled. The short-listed applicants complying with the requirements will be invited for personal or Teams interviews.
We are looking forward to your application!
TESCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.