Software Developer I

Financial Edge; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA

401(k)

Life insurance

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Zepto Life Technology, Inc. (Zepto) is seeking a motivated Software Developer to join a small, cross-functional team. This hands-on role offers broad scope and ownership, ideal for an early-career engineer who learns quickly and communicates well.

You will design, build, and maintain software for medical device production, collaborate with engineers and scientists, and contribute to multiple projects as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 0-2 years of professional experience, including internships and personal projects.
• Strong proficiency in at least one of C, Python, or C++.
• Solid fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software for medical device production and development.
• Maintain and extend internal systems.
• Provide IT and maintenance support for lab and production computers, systems, and networks.
• Debug issues, identify root causes, and implement lasting fixes.
• Translate needs from engineering, lab, and production teams into working software.
• Participate in code reviews and write clear documentation.
• Build internal tools and automate workflows.

Skills

C

Python

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

At Zepto Life Technology, Inc. (Zepto), we are dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare through the development of innovative point-of-care molecular diagnostics. Our cutting-edge platform leverages giant magnetoresistance (GMR) technology as a sensitive and scalable detection method to improve the accuracy, speed, and accessibility of disease diagnosis. By integrating breakthroughs in biotech, assay development, engineering, and software, Zepto is shaping the future of molecular diagnostics in diverse settings and empowering more accessible, efficient healthcare innovation.

Summary

Zepto Life Technology is seeking a motivated Software Developer to join our small team. This is a hands-on role with broad scope. You'll take on varied projects, work closely with engineers and scientists, and grow quickly as the company grows. This is a good fit for an early-career engineer who learns fast, communicates well, and wants real ownership.

Essential Duties

Work under general direction while collaborating with a small, multidisciplinary team to design, build, and maintain software for medical device production and development, including but not limited to:

• Develop, test, and maintain software supporting device development and production.
• Maintain and extend internal systems.
• Provide IT and maintenance support for lab and production computers, systems, and networks.
• Debug issues, identify root causes, and implement lasting fixes.
• Translate needs from engineering, lab, and production teams into working software.
• Participate in code reviews, giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Write clear documentation for code, systems, and processes.
• Build internal tools and automate manual workflows.
• Take on adjacent projects as the business requires.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 0-2 years of professional experience, including internships and substantial personal projects.
• Strong proficiency in at least one of C, Python, or C++.
• Solid programming fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and computer systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with IT and maintenance work, such as managing systems, networks, or lab and production computers.
• Strong biology or chemistry background.
• Familiarity with testing practices and documentation of software changes.
• Exposure to a startup or small-team environment.

Competencies

• Fast learner with strong curiosity and initiative.
• Analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable with uncertainty and shifting priorities.
• Takes ownership and follows through.
• Collaborative and open to feedback.

Work Environment

• This position is based in a research and development laboratory and engineering environment where strict adherence to corporate policies, quality systems, and safety procedures is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The work environment includes laboratory instrumentation, computer and network equipment, and manufacturing support areas.
• There is minimal exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Exposure to infectious diseases is mitigated through the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Job Type

• FLSA Status: Exempt, Monday-Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm (half-hour unpaid lunch), onsite.
• Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including holiday time off, paid time off (PTO), sick time off, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), health savings account (HSA), 401(k), and life insurance.
• Some traveling may be required.

E-Verify

Zepto Life Technology participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not exhaustive and does not include every task that may be required. Duties and responsibilities may change over time, and additional tasks may be assigned as needed. Zepto reserves the right to add, remove, or modify duties at the discretion of the company or its managers.

Recruitment Notice

At Zepto Life Technology, we value direct connections with our candidates. We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless there is a signed agreement with HR for the specific position. Please note that Zepto Life Technology will not pay fees for unsolicited submissions.