Automation Software Engineer – 3-month contract

Jobtailor; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a software engineer to develop and maintain hardware automation solutions for the life sciences sector. You will use Structured Text and TypeScript to build reliable software, apply TDD, and participate in refactoring for quality.

The role emphasizes FDA CFR21 Part 11 and ISO 9001 compliance within a Scrum framework. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, support DevOps practices, and ensure security and traceability of code.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience in life sciences or highly regulated industries (e.g., medical devices).
• Strong skills in clean, idiomatic, testable code in Structured Text and TypeScript.
• Understanding of OOD and Functional Programming concepts.
• Experience with TDD, pair programming, and CI/CD with GitHub/GitHub Actions.
• Understanding of software and hardware verification/validation processes.
• Experience with DevOps tools and continuous delivery.
• Strong problem solving, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software/firmware for life sciences hardware automation.
• Apply Test Driven Development to ensure robust code.
• Co-own code quality and refactor for improvements.
• Leverage AI to boost productivity while ensuring validation and traceability.
• Conduct software verification and validation to meet regulatory requirements.
• Ensure software security and best practices.
• Apply DevOps practices to streamline development, deployment, and operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features.
• Adhere to FDA CFR21 Part 11, CE, ISO 9001, and Agile GAMP5 guidelines.
• Work in two-week Scrum sprints while maintaining compliance.

Skills

Test Driven Development

Structured Text

TypeScript

Object-Oriented Design

Functional Programming

CI/CD

Agile Methodologies

Clean Code

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT 3

Beckhoff Linux

Debian

GitHub

GitHub Actions

Python

Vue3

RXDB

Electron

Job description

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality software and firmware solutions for the life sciences industry, focusing on hardware automation and reliability
• Apply Test Driven Development to ensure robust and reliable code
• Co-own the code and continuously improve code quality and design through refactoring
• Use AI advancements to increase productivity while ensuring software is validated and traceable
• Conduct software verification and validation to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Ensure software security through best practices and continuous improvement
• Apply DevOps practices to streamline development, deployment, and operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative features
• Ensure compliance with FDA CFR21 Part 11, CE, and ISO 9001 standards
• Work in two-week Scrum sprints while maintaining compliance with Agile GAMP5 2nd Edition
• Stay updated with industry trends and technological advancements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 3 years of professional software development experience
• Experience in the life sciences industry or a comparable highly regulated industry, such as medical devices
• Strong experience writing clean, idiomatic, and testable code in Structured Text and TypeScript
• Understanding of Object-Oriented Design and Functional Programming
• Experience with Test Driven Development, pair programming, and CI/CD workflows using GitHub and GitHub Actions
• Understanding of software and hardware verification and validation processes
• Experience with continuous delivery using DevOps tools and methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Appreciation for good UX design and a customer-oriented mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and teamwork abilities
• Experience working remotely in a highly skilled team
• Experience with Scrum, including breaking down, slicing, and estimating work, writing user stories, setting expectations, and keeping commitments
• Preferred: experience with Structured Text testability, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 and ADS, Debian and Beckhoff Linux, Python, Vue3, RXDB, and Electron
• Full working rights in country of residence, either New Zealand or Australia
• Working visa sponsorship is not provided

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining software solutions for the life sciences industry, with a strong focus on Test Driven Development, DevOps practices, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in writing clean, testable code and collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Test Driven Development
• DevOps Practices
• Structured Text Programming
• TypeScript Programming
• FDA CFR21 Part 11 Compliance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Software Development
• Test Driven Development
• Object-Oriented Design
• Functional Programming
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery
• Software Verification
• Software Validation
• Agile Methodologies
• Clean Code Practices
• Code Refactoring

Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

Industry Keywords

• Life Sciences
• Medical Devices
• Regulatory Compliance
• ISO 9001
• Agile GAMP5

Tools & Technologies

• GitHub
• GitHub Actions
• Beckhoff TwinCAT 3
• Debian
• Beckhoff Linux
• Python
• Vue3
• RXDB
• Electron
• Scrum