Senior macOS Software Engineer

Oxford Instruments plc

Senior macOS Software Engineer architecting software solutions at Oxford Instruments Andor. Developing robust, high-performance applications for scientific research and discovery across Apple hardware.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

MacOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, design, develop and maintain native macOS application features and cross-platform C++ core libraries.
Lead the development and optimisation of software for Apple Silicon and the wider macOS ecosystem.
Resolve complex platform-specific challenges involving rendering, memory management and multi-threading.
Deliver robust, scalable and maintainable solutions to technically demanding problems.
Drive continuous improvement across software development, testing and deployment processes.
Manage and optimise Xcode builds, CMake configurations and macOS CI/CD pipelines.
Gather requirements and contribute to the development of both new and legacy products.
Support internal teams and external customers with Mac-specific deployments and technical issues.
Participate in technical investigations, innovation initiatives and architectural decisions.
Collaborate effectively within Agile development teams.
Occasionally travel to other Andor offices and customer sites when required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Software Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years' experience in a software development role
Strong proficiency in C++ and object-oriented software design
Deep understanding of the macOS ecosystem, Apple Silicon architecture, Xcode, build pipelines and memory profiling tools
Strong experience with Git, source control systems and collaborative development practices
Experience across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through testing and support
Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns and Clean Code principles
Excellent understanding of data structures, algorithms and computational complexity
Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies
Proven ability to learn quickly, take initiative and solve complex technical problems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private Medical Insurance (BUPA) for you and your dependants
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders
Income Protection
Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance
Occupational Health Service
Company sick pay
Two paid volunteering days per year
Competitive salary
6% employer pension contribution
Share Incentive Plan
Leave Purchase Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Car Salary Exchange Scheme
Technology Purchase Scheme
Employee Discount Scheme
Free On-site Parking
Professional qualification support
Accredited learning and development programmes
Career progression opportunities across the Oxford Instruments Group
Long Service Awards
187.5 hours annual leave plus 9 customary holidays
Early finish every Friday
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Bereavement leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++Object-Oriented Software DesignMemory ManagementMulti-ThreadingData StructuresAlgorithmsClean Code PrinciplesSoftware Development LifecycleTechnical Problem SolvingRequirements Gathering

Soft Skills

InitiativeCollaborationAdaptabilityCommunication