Would you like to be part of an award‑winning technology company at the forefront of computer graphics, video capture, and digital display solutions?
Founded in 1982, Datapath has grown into a global leader in video processing, control, and management solutions. Today, our technology is distributed across five continents and trusted by end customers in more than 100 countries. You’ll find our solutions powering critical and high‑impact environments spanning Medical, Digital Signage, Security, Retail, and many other sectors.
We’re recognised for delivering class‑leading products, backed by exceptional customer support. Our commitment to innovation and reliability has earned us a reputation for providing unbeatable service tailored to complex and specialised requirements.
As a successful and continuously expanding organisation, we operate from offices in the UK, US, and Japan, supporting customers in every major global market. Joining Datapath means becoming part of a forward‑thinking company where your work contributes to cutting‑edge technology that’s used worldwide.
Building on our continued success, we’re excited to be recruiting a Software Development Engineer in Test. This role offers the opportunity to work on industry‑leading technology and play a key part in delivering outstanding products to customers worldwide.
Role Purpose & Responsibilities:
Our Software Development Engineer in Test will be an integral member of the Software Development team, ensuring our products meet the high standards expected by our worldwide customer base. You’ll work closely with developers throughout the development lifecycle to build a class-leading test framework for professional video analysis and quality assurance, playing a key role in improving test coverage, identifying defects early, and shaping best practices across the team.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on automation, collaborative development, and contributing directly to the quality of complex, graphics‑driven software.
This role can be either fully office-based or hybrid, with the whole team working from the office two days a week, typically Tuesday & Wednesday.
Skills and Experience
Candidates should demonstrate:
· Proficient using modern C++
· Demonstrable interest in Computer Graphics, Video Decoding or Software Testing
· Experience of automated test tools (e.g. Google Test)
· An understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies
· Familiarity with software version control systems (e.g. Git) and Linux operating systems
· Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
· Highly effective problem‑solving skills
· Ability to multi-task effectively and manage competing priorities
· Experience using Azure DevOps would be beneficial
· A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Software Engineering or a related subject
· Experience with Agile Development and related tools
· Additional programming languages such as Python or PowerShell would be an advantage
Our benefits:
- 27 days’ annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), increasing with length of service, with the option to buy or sell additional leave
- 5% employer pension contribution
- A non-contractual, discretionary profit share bonus scheme
- Bupa Private Healthcare to support your health and wellbeing
- Life Assurance at three times your salary, providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones
- Cycle2Work scheme to promote a healthier lifestyle and greener commute
- Electric Vehicle Scheme to provide a cost-effective way to make greener travel choices
- Technology discount scheme, offering savings on a range of everyday tech
*Some benefits are subject to successful completion of probation
To Apply: If you’re excited by this opportunity, and would like to join our friendly, collaborative, and high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to [email protected]. No agencies.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, with eligibility covering a minimum of 2 years from the start of employment to ensure successful development in the position. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, either now or at any point in the future.
Closing Date: This role will close on 6 July 2026.
Interview Dates: First stage interviews will be held online on 15 & 16 July.
Second stage interviews will be held in-person at our Derby office on 21 & 22 July.
If you don’t hear from us by 14 July, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to provide individual feedback prior to interview stage.
If you’d like more information about either role, you’re welcome to email us at [email protected].
We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this role, as we are managing the process directly.
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Please confirm you have the legal right to work in the UK, with eligibility covering a minimum of 2 years from the start of employment to ensure successful development in the position.
- This role can be either fully office-based or hybrid, with the whole team working from the office two days a week, typically Tuesday & Wednesday. Are you within a commutable distance of our office in Derby?
- To ensure there is potential alignment, and to avoid you investing time in a process that may not meet your requirements, please indicate your salary expectation.
Education:
Experience:
- commercial C++: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Derby DE21 6XQ
