Senior Lab Automation Software Architect

Sanofi; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Framingham, MA is seeking a Principal Automation Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and deploy software for laboratory automation systems. You will program and integrate instruments, robots, and data workflows, collaborating with scientists and engineers to optimize processes and data quality.

Responsibilities include building instrument control software, APIs, and workflow orchestration, plus creating automated data collection and reporting tools, with a focus on scalable,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience OR Master's with 3+ years OR PhD with 2+ years post-degree experience.
• Experience in full-stack software for lab automation and instrument integration.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, C#, Java, or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with LIMS/ELN/SDMS and REST APIs; cloud and container tech.
• Experience in regulated environments (GxP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for laboratory automation systems.
• Program and integrate laboratory instruments, liquid handlers, robotic workcells, and devices.
• Develop instrument control software, APIs, drivers, and workflow orchestration.

Skills

Python

C++

C#

Java

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

REST APIs

Cloud platforms

Kubernetes

LIMS

ELN

SDMS

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Sanofi in Framingham, MA is seeking a Principal Automation Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and deploy software for laboratory automation systems. You will program and integrate instruments, robots, and data workflows, collaborating with scientists and engineers to optimize processes and data quality.

Responsibilities include building instrument control software, APIs, and workflow orchestration, plus creating automated data collection and reporting tools, with a focus on scalable,