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We are sharing a specialised remote opportunity for experienced software engineers to support advanced hardware control and lab automation systems for a leading technology research environment.

This project focuses on developing sophisticated Python-based control software for aero-acoustic wind tunnel systems used in advanced research and experimentation. The role involves designing control mechanisms for complex hardware systems integrating robotics and sensor data and building reliable automation workflows for experimental environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design develop and maintain high-quality Python software for controlling complex hardware systems
Implement and optimise control algorithms for real-time performance including PWM control for motors and actuators
Develop systems to generate various airflow conditions including laminar turbulent gradient and time-varying flows
Build and manage control interfaces for robotic HATS movers lift systems and spatial audio setups
Integrate motion capture data (e.g. Optitrack) for real-time system alignment and tracking
Develop automated calibration procedures for wind speeds acoustic sensors and measurement systems
Build data pipelines for collecting processing and analysing experimental sensor data
Troubleshoot complex software and system-level issues across hardware and software environments
Document software architecture APIs and operational procedures

Ideal Profile

Strong candidates may have:

Professional experience developing Python software for hardware control robotics or lab automation
Strong understanding of control systems theory signal processing and data acquisition principles
Experience working with complex mechanical or laboratory systems
Strong debugging skills for multi-component systems involving hardware and software
Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Educational Background:

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Robotics or a related field

Nice to Have

Experience with motion control systems in robotics or automation environments
Familiarity with spatial audio technologies such as High-Order Ambisonics (HOA)
Experience integrating motion capture systems such as Optitrack
Experience with advanced aerodynamic measurement techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)
Experience building internal tooling with GUI frameworks
Experience developing cross-platform software across Windows macOS and Linux

Why This Opportunity

Work on cutting-edge software systems controlling advanced aerodynamic testing environments
Contribute to research projects involving robotics acoustics and aerodynamics
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in high-impact R&D environments
Apply advanced Python engineering skills to real-world scientific and hardware challenges

Contract Details

Full-time role supporting a leading technology research environment
Remote work with collaboration across engineering and research teams
Competitive compensation between $70$95 per hour depending on experience
Engagement administered through an enterprise staffing partner
Projects may extend or adjust depending on scope and performance

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