Principal Automation Software Engineer

Jobtailor

Framingham (MA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States, Massachusetts, Framingham seeks a software engineer to design, develop, test, and deploy lab automation software. You will program and integrate instruments, containers, and automation workcells, building APIs, drivers, and orchestration components.

Collaborate with scientists to translate requirements into automation, troubleshoot cross-system issues, and integrate with LIMS/ELN/SDMS and enterprise systems.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master's with 3+; or PhD with 2+ post-degree industry experience
Candidates from other technical disciplines with demonstrated software development experience in pharma or life sciences will be considered
Demonstrated experience developing and deploying full-stack software solutions for lab automation platforms in a professional environment
Proficiency in Python, C++, C#, Java, or JavaScript
Hands-on experience with hardware and instrument integration
Experience with APIs, databases, and network communications
Knowledge of laboratory workflows within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, or life sciences environments
Hands-on experience with REST APIs, cloud-based applications, and container orchestration platforms
Familiarity with laboratory informatics systems such as LIMS, ELN, SDMS, or similar platforms
Experience with laboratory automation platforms such as Hamilton, Dynamic Devices, HighRes Biosolutions, Retisoft, or comparable integrators is highly desirable
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and Git-based version control is preferred
Experience working within GxP or other regulated environments is preferred
Experience or interest in programming robotic automation technologies
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications for laboratory automation systems
Program and integrate laboratory instruments, liquid handlers, robotic workcells, and peripheral devices
Develop instrument control software, APIs, drivers, and workflow orchestration solutions
Create automated data collection, processing, and reporting tools
Collaborate with scientists and laboratory personnel to understand requirements and translate them into automation solutions
Troubleshoot hardware, software, and communication issues involving automated equipment
Integrate laboratory automation platforms with LIMS, ELN, databases, and enterprise systems
Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and software validation records

Skills

Python

C++

Java

JavaScript

REST APIs

Cloud

Container orchestration

Git

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE/IS/EE/Bioengineering

Master's degree in listed fields

PhD in listed fields

Other technical disciplines with software exp

Tools

Hamilton

Dynamic Devices

HighRes Biosolutions

Retisoft

LIMS

ELN

SDMS

SQL

NoSQL

Git-based version control

Job description

Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications for laboratory automation systems
Program and integrate laboratory instruments, liquid handlers, robotic workcells, and peripheral devices
Develop instrument control software, APIs, drivers, and workflow orchestration solutions
Create automated data collection, processing, and reporting tools
Collaborate with scientists and laboratory personnel to understand requirements and translate them into automation solutions
Troubleshoot hardware, software, and communication issues involving automated equipment
Integrate laboratory automation platforms with LIMS, ELN, databases, and enterprise systems
Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and software validation records

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master's Degree in the listed fields with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in the listed fields with a minimum of 2 years of post-degree industry experience
Candidates from other technical disciplines with demonstrated software development experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry will also be considered
Demonstrated experience developing and deploying full-stack software solutions for lab automation platforms in a professional environment
Proficiency in one or more of Python, C++, C#, Java, or JavaScript
Hands-on experience with hardware and instrument integration
Experience with APIs, databases, and network communications
Knowledge of laboratory workflows within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, or life sciences environments
Hands-on experience with REST APIs, cloud-based applications, and container orchestration platforms
Familiarity with laboratory informatics systems such as LIMS, ELN, SDMS, or similar platforms
Experience with laboratory automation platforms such as Hamilton, Dynamic Devices, HighRes Biosolutions, Retisoft, or comparable integrators is highly desirable
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and Git-based version control is preferred
Experience working within GxP or other regulated environments is preferred
Experience or interest in programming robotic automation technologies
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in developing and deploying software applications for laboratory automation systems, with proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, C#, Java, or JavaScript. Strong experience in integrating laboratory instruments and automation platforms with LIMS and ELN systems, along with a solid understanding of laboratory workflows in the life sciences industry.

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