Senior Lab Automation Architect

Sanofi; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Framingham, MA seeks a Principal Automation Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy software powering laboratory automation systems. You will program and integrate instruments, robots, and data workflows, building control software and APIs while collaborating with scientists and vendors to improve efficiency and data quality.

The role requires a strong background in full-stack software for lab automation, experience with REST APIs, cloud apps, and typical lab informatics

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing and deploying full-stack software for lab automation.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, C#, Java, or JavaScript.
• Experience with APIs, databases, and network communications.
• Experience with REST APIs and cloud-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for laboratory automation systems.
• Program and integrate laboratory instruments, liquid handlers, 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 solutions.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and communication issues.
• Integrate automation platforms with LIMS, ELN, SDMS, and enterprise systems.
• Maintain technical documentation and validation records.

Skills

Python

C++

C#

Java

JavaScript

REST APIs

Lab automation

Instrument integration

Education

Bachelor's in CS/CE/SE

Master's in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

Hamilton

Dynamic Devices

HighRes Biosolutions

Retisoft

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Sanofi in Framingham, MA seeks a Principal Automation Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy software powering laboratory automation systems. You will program and integrate instruments, robots, and data workflows, building control software and APIs while collaborating with scientists and vendors to improve efficiency and data quality.

The role requires a strong background in full-stack software for lab automation, experience with REST APIs, cloud apps, and typical lab informatics