Description:
Architect and develop mission-critical software for a next-generation automated oligo synthesizer, enabling precise control of mechanical, fluidic, and electrical systems. You’ll 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.
Benefit:
- 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 plus bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.
Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.
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