Lead Lab Automation Software Engineer

Sanofi; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a Principal Automation Software Engineer in Framingham, MA to develop and deploy automation software for laboratory instruments, robotics, and data workflows. You will work with scientists and vendors to optimize processes and improve data quality, leveraging modern robotics and software development to accelerate drug development.

The role emphasizes full-stack development, instrument integration, and collaboration across cross-functional teams in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related field with required experience.
• Experience developing full-stack solutions for lab automation.
• Experience with instrument and hardware integration.
• Familiarity with lab informatics systems (LIMS/ELN/SDMS).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for lab automation systems.
• Program and integrate laboratory instruments and robots.
• Develop instrument control software, APIs, drivers, and workflows.
• Create automated data collection, processing, and reporting tools.
• Collaborate with scientists to translate requirements into automation.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and communication issues.
• Integrate automation platforms with LIMS/ELN/databases.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and validation records.

Skills

Programming languages

Python

C++

C#

Java

JavaScript

REST APIs

Cloud / containers

Lab automation knowledge

Instrumentation integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

PhD (optional)

Tools

LIMS integration

Git

Job description

Sanofi is seeking a Principal Automation Software Engineer in Framingham, MA to develop and deploy automation software for laboratory instruments, robotics, and data workflows. You will work with scientists and vendors to optimize processes and improve data quality, leveraging modern robotics and software development to accelerate drug development.

The role emphasizes full-stack development, instrument integration, and collaboration across cross-functional teams in a regulated environment.