Sr Engineer - Software

Astrix; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading biotechnology company as a Senior Software Engineer in Thousand Oaks. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in automation and control systems to enhance software development and integration within a high-regulated manufacturing environment. Enjoy a lucrative hourly rate and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Rockwell Automation.
• Strong background in process control and regulated manufacturing.
• Skilled in creating engineering packages and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation applications (PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA).
• Support manufacturing through troubleshooting and ensuring system uptime.
• Lead root cause analysis of control-related issues.

Skills

Automation

Control Systems

Technical Documentation

Process Control

Validation

Collaboration

Education

Engineering or Software-related degree (PhD/MS/BS/AS/HS)

Tools

Rockwell Automation (FactoryTalk & ControlLogix)

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Our client is a premier biotechnology company at the forefront of discovering, developing, and delivering cutting-edge human therapeutics. They are currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in automation and control systems to drive software development and integration efforts within a highly regulated GMP manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

Pay Rate: $68–$72/hr

Contract Length: (3-Year Contract)

Schedule: Onsite | Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm | OT possible

Job Summary:

Seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong automation and control systems experience to support software development and integration for manufacturing operations in a GMP-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automation applications (PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA).
• Support manufacturing through troubleshooting and ensuring system uptime.
• Lead root cause analysis and resolution of control-related issues.
• Prepare and manage system documentation (URS, SDS, IQ, OQ, SOPs).
• Contribute to process improvements, product introductions, and tech integration.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and software development life cycle standards.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Engineering or software-related degree (or equivalent experience):
• PhD or
• MS + 2 yrs or
• BS + 4 yrs or
• AS + 8 yrs or
• HS Diploma/GED + 10 yrs
• 5+ years of experience with Rockwell Automation (FactoryTalk & ControlLogix).
• Strong background in process control, validation, and regulated manufacturing.
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with batch processing, S88/S95 standards.
• Familiarity with lyophilizers, filling systems, clean utilities, and BMS.
• Skilled in creating technical documents and engineering packages.
• Flexible to provide on-site and after-hours support as needed.
• Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  
  

Why Join:

Join a high-impact team on a scenic campus and work with cutting-edge manufacturing technology in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.

INDBH

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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