About Us

For over 30 years, Magentus has been at the forefront of transforming healthcare through technology across Australia and the UK. From pathology and radiology to oncology, and practice management, our solutions connect the healthcare ecosystem and unlock better patient outcomes at scale.

At Magentus, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, united by our purpose: to create a healthier society through smarter digital healthcare.

The Role

Our Senior Software Engineers are responsible for development and maintenance of critical applications across Magentus and will work as part of a team that develops, maintains and supports software and systems produced by Magentus. You will develop new features endeavouring to always improve our products and product architecture.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop solutions with product developers and business units; continuously raising the bar in software and applications design.

• Analyse user needs and work with colleagues to ensure the quality and performance of the system.

• Innovate in the design of new software, product enhancements and system architecture.

• Collaborate internally and externally on cross-functional projects using your technical talent to make things happen.

• Seeking out better ways to do things and bringing your ideas to the table.

• Continuous process improvement of software development and release practices and procedures to ensure they are of consistently high standard and meet the requirements of the ISO 9001: 2008 Quality Management System standard.

• Operating at a Senior level, this position is responsible for mentoring and knowledge sharing with more junior colleagues.

• Provide technical leadership by mentoring, coaching, and sharing knowledge with colleagues, supporting their ongoing development and effectiveness.

• Take ownership for technical decision‑making within the team, contributing to best‑practice standards and evolving ways of working.

• Other duties as required

This role works closely with our colleagues in Australia, so we’re looking for someone who can be flexible with start and finish times to accommodate collaboration across time zones.

What experience do I need

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience.

• Experience using C++, C, Linux.

• Previous experience within line management, coaching or mentoring is highly desirable.

• Real time application and UI/UX development experience.

• Experience in developing software for the regulated industries e.g. healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical devices etc (desirable)

• Ability to work under pressure in a complex and competitive business environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to meet tight deadlines, balancing competing priorities and responding to client needs.

• Demonstrated capacity to contribute effectively as part of a team, and to work autonomously.

Why Join Magentus?

Compensation package:

• Salary up to £80,000 per annum

• Annual renumeration review and performance bonus programme

• £250 annual home‑working allowance

Hybrid Working

• Three days a week in our Manchester (City Centre) or London (Farringdon) office, and two days from home.

Our Leave Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service

• Holiday purchase scheme

• Your birthday off

• Option to swap a public holiday for a religious holiday of your choice

• Pawrental Leave to welcome new pets

• Up to two paid volunteering days per year

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave

Protection and Wellbeing:

• Income Protection & 4x Death in Service

• Private healthcare with BUPA (discounted family cover available)

• Mental health & wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme

• Free flu jabs + paid time off to give blood

• Enhanced sick pay

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Magentus Software Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and respected.

We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and believe in fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.

We are also a proud member of the Disability Confident Employer Scheme, demonstrating our commitment to supporting disabled individuals in the workplace.

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