Senior Software Engineer

Must be able to work onsite in Canton, MA. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About the role

Build software that powers precision motion. At Copley Controls, we’re pushing the boundaries of motion control technology—and we’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who’s excited to build reliable, scalable systems that directly impact real-world products. If you thrive on solving complex problems, writing clean code, and collaborating across disciplines, this is an opportunity to work on software that truly moves things—literally.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance software applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including hardware, applications, and other software engineers—to define and deliver robust solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code aligned with best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize software for performance and reliability
• Participate in code reviews and help elevate engineering standards across the team
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring fresh ideas to the table
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tools

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles and best practices
• Proficiency in one or more languages: Java, C++, C#, or Python
• Experience with development tools such as Git, Jira, SVN, Visual Studio, or NetBeans
• Familiarity with both front-end and back-end development concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Excellent communication skills

Nice to have

• Experience with motion control technologies (BLDC motors, stepper motors, servo systems)
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements for motion control products

Why join us

• Work on software that directly powers real-world hardware systems
• Collaborate with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering team
• Opportunity to influence product direction and engineering practices
• A culture that values innovation, quality, and continuous learning

Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule – enjoy every other Friday off
• Flexible vacation – employees can take time off as is reasonably needed
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans
• HRA (for PPO plan participants) / HSA (Health Savings Account for high deductible plan participants) contribution
• 401K with company match and immediate vesting
• Continuous education assistance

Pay

$120K - $156K Annual - Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This position includes a 5% annual performance bonus.