Sr. Software Engineer

About the role

Architect and develop mission-critical software for a next-generation automated oligo synthesizer, enabling precise control of mechanical, fluidic, and electrical systems. Own the full-stack software infrastructure, from low-level hardware communication (USB/SPI/serial) and embedded firmware integration to GUI design, data analysis tools, and database management — ensuring seamless operation for end-user scientists.

Responsibilities

• Own the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for instrument control software: design, implement, debug, test, and deploy across Java/Python/C++ codebases.
• Modernize and refactor legacy systems while ensuring backward compatibility with low level software + embedded firmware (custom PCB controller) and hardware messaging protocols.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, scientists, and IT to translate user feedback into scalable software improvements (UI/UX, performance, reliability).
• Develop data analysis pipelines (Python scripts, databases) and real-time monitoring tools for high-speed acquisition and process optimization.
• Act as SME for software architecture: document APIs, mentor junior engineers, and align technical decisions with long-term product roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Technical Non-Negotiables: 6–8 years in full-stack software development for instrumentation/robotics/embedded systems.
• Expertise in:
• Java: core codebase, multi-threaded code and GUI desktop applications (JavaFX or Swing).
• Java, Maven, NetBeans IDE and Mercurial.
• Python: scripting, data analysis tools.
• Low-level comms protocols: USB, Serial, SPI, I2C.
• Microcontrollers/embedded firmware (hands-on debugging).
• GUI development (e.g., Java FX, Swing, Qt, or other modern frameworks).
• Proven leadership in architecting complex systems (design patterns, version control, continuous improvement (CI) / continuous development (CD)).

Soft Skills & Culture Fit

• “Product mindset”: Balance technical rigor with end-user needs (scientists’ workflows).
• Communicate complex ideas clearly to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
• Autonomy: Self-driven in ambiguous, R&D-paced environments.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance/ Vision Insurance/ Dental Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Days (earned based on hours worked)
• Compassionate Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Float day
• Personal days

Perks

• Free colleague meals during shift
• Onsite massages Charis
• Onsite gyms

Compensation

Salary range: $150,000 – $170,000 total compensation, including bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.