software engineer

Are you passionate about AI and smart technology? Join Demcon SeQso as a software engineer and help shape the future of sowing and sorting systems!

About Demcon

SeQso develops and manufactures sorting and sowing machines for seed breeders in Europe, Asia and the Americas. As part of Demcon, SeQso has all the expertise required to make its machines more precise, faster and smarter. We develop new solutions for further automation in seed breeding within our own product portfolio. In this way, we contribute to food security, which is under pressure worldwide due to population growth and climate change.

What are you going to do?

As a software engineer, you will participate in and lead the software development of bespoke sowing and sorting systems. You will also be involved in new innovations and developments, with a view to improving and expanding our standard product range.

Key responsibilities:

• Designing imaging and system software for the next generation of sorting and sowing systems
• Developing control and user interfaces
• Testing and installing the aforementioned software on systems upon delivery
• Providing support to our service department in troubleshooting issues

What do you bring to the table?

• A ‘can-do’ attitude, essential for thriving in a growing, innovative company
• Experience with C++, C# and Python
• Experience with Beckhoff/PLC is an advantage
• An interest in machine automation and control
• At least two years’ experience in software engineering
• An MSc or BSc degree in software engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics or a related field

What do we offer you?

At Demcon, you’ll be working on technology that makes a real difference. In a relaxed organisation that encourages initiative and fosters a positive working relationship with motivated colleagues, you’ll help build solutions for both today and tomorrow. We genuinely care about you as a person and encourage job satisfaction and a healthy work-life balance.

You can also count on the following, amongst other things:

• 8% holiday pay, with the option to have this paid out in May or monthly with your salary
• 25 days’ holiday and 6 ATV days based on full-time employment
• Option to purchase additional days
• Partial remote working arrangement: up to 2 days per week for full-time employees, always in consultation with your manager
• Training courses and programmes via the Demcon Academy for your personal and professional development
• A good pension scheme with Zwitserleven
• Travel allowance
• Bicycle scheme/bicycle lease scheme
• Wellness programme including fun sports clinics, workshops and a workplace health check
• Fresh fruit every week
• Opportunity to take part in sporting events
• Active staff association (monthly activities and an annual Demcon weekend)