Automation Engineer at Ligo Biosciences

Ligo Biosciences is a San Francisco-based biotechnology company focused on advanced biological automation and workflow efficiency.

About the role

As an Automation Engineer at Ligo Biosciences, you will design and implement complex biological workflows using Hamilton systems. You will tackle diverse technical challenges in a fast-paced environment, bridging the gap between biology and engineering. This role is ideal for an early-career professional eager to drive impact in a high-growth biotech setting.

Location: San Francisco, USA

Why this role is remarkable

• Directly influence the scaling of biological experiments by building state-of-the-art automation infrastructure from the ground up.
• Join a high-intensity, mission-driven team in San Francisco where your contributions to technical challenges have immediate visibility and impact.
• Develop deep expertise in industry-leading Hamilton automation systems while remaining flexible to work across various engineering domains.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and maintain automated liquid handling protocols using Hamilton systems to streamline complex biological assays.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software integration issues, ensuring high reliability and uptime for critical laboratory automation workflows.
• Collaborate with biological scientists to translate manual laboratory processes into scalable, robust automated solutions across the platform.

Requirements

• Possesses hands-on experience with Hamilton systems and a strong understanding of biological laboratory automation workflows.
• Demonstrates a high degree of technical flexibility and a proactive "founder's mindset" to tackle diverse engineering problems beyond the initial scope.
• Is an early-career professional based in San Francisco, prepared for the high-intensity demands and long hours characteristic of a fast-growing startup.