Senior Software Engineer

AMETEK is a leading global provider of differentiated electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining ORTEC software applications for Microsoft Windows and embedded platforms. This position supports software modernization and new product development initiatives while collaborating closely with product management and cross-functional engineering teams. The role also requires the effective use of AI-assisted development tools while applying sound engineering judgment to validate accuracy, maintainability, security, and long-term architectural sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain Windows desktop and service-based applications.
• Design, develop, and support service-oriented and distributed software architectures using modern communication frameworks, including gRPC and REST APIs.
• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, maintainable, and testable software solutions.
• Develop software solutions that interface with ORTEC instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, code reviews, and technical planning activities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

DevOps, Security & Quality

• Design, implement, and maintain Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines supporting automated build, test, deployment, and software quality processes.
• Apply Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) principles and secure coding practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Support threat mitigation, vulnerability management, dependency analysis, and security-focused code reviews.
• Maintain technical requirements, design documentation, and test artifacts.
• Utilize configuration management and source control tools such as SVN, Git, and TFS.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, quality, and customer support teams.
• Apply Agile methodologies and software engineering best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Provide technical assistance to Manufacturing and Customer Service teams.
• Demonstrate strong technical collaboration and communication skills.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Physics, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of professional software development experience.
• Due to potential work on ITAR-related products and projects, candidates must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen or green card holder).

Technical Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C# and C++.
• Proficiency with Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern web application development.
• Experience building responsive and maintainable user interfaces for scientific, industrial, or enterprise software applications.
• Experience integrating front-end applications with REST and gRPC-based backend services.
• Understanding of frontend architecture, state management, component design, and UI/UX best practices.
• Experience using Azure DevOps for source control, work item management, build automation, release management, and CI/CD implementation.
• Familiarity with secure software development frameworks, secure coding standards, software supply chain security, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Understanding of application security concepts including authentication, authorization, encryption, certificate management, vulnerability remediation, and secure communications.

AI-Assisted Development

• Ability to effectively utilize AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies to improve engineering productivity.
• Ability to critically evaluate, validate, and refine AI-generated code, designs, documentation, and recommendations.
• Understanding of the strengths, limitations, security implications, and potential risks associated with AI-assisted software development.
• Experience applying AI tools to software design, coding, debugging, testing, code reviews, and technical documentation.

About the Business Unit

Advanced Measurement Technology (AMT), part of AMETEK's Materials Analysis Division, is a global leader in high-precision measurement and detection solutions. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, AMT designs and manufactures advanced instrumentation for nuclear spectrometry, radiological measurement, electrochemical analysis, and electronic signal recovery. Our technologies enable customers in research, defense, homeland security, and industrial markets to solve their most complex challenges with accuracy and reliability.

AMT combines renowned brands such as ORTEC, Amptek, and Sunpower, delivering differentiated solutions for applications ranging from radiation detection and semiconductor analysis to cryogenic cooling systems. As a cleared defense contractor, AMT also supports U.S. government programs with custom products and services. With a strong culture of innovation and operational excellence, AMT continues to expand globally, leveraging decades of expertise to drive advancements in safety, security, and scientific discovery.

Visit us online:

• www.ametek.com
• www.ortec-online.com
• www.sunpowerinc.com
• www.ameteksi.com
• www.ortec-online.com/innoriid
• www.amptek.com

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 115,000

Salary Maximum: 130,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

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