Senior Software Engineer​/Principal Software Engineer - Automation Core; Lab Automation

At Roche, the Data and Digital Catalyst (DDC) organization within the Computational Sciences Center of Excellence is looking for an engineer to join the Automation Core team of the Engineering – Lab Automation group. The role focuses on designing and delivering core automation control and data frameworks for research labs.

• Build the Framework:
  Design and deploy robust, cross‑vendor, complex frameworks for integrating with automated systems and workcells.
• Partner with Scientists:
  Collaborate directly with end‑users and product managers to rapidly iterate and translate complex needs into technical solutions.
• Span the Stack:
  Apply best practices in distributed systems and data engineering, contributing across the technology stack wherever needed.
• Senior Scope:
  Own significant components of the framework and provide technical guidance to the team.
• Principal Scope:
  Drive the technical roadmap for core automation control and data frameworks, ensuring alignment with strategic drug‑discovery needs.

• B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with at least 4 years of experience as a backend, data, or product engineer.
• Expert‑level proficiency in Python and/or Java with deep expertise in cloud‑native architectures (preferably AWS) and distributed systems.
• Passion for continuous engagement with end‑users and interest in modern trends such as AI‑assisted coding and front‑end development with Type Script/JavaScript.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted partnerships with scientists and define high‑level technical architecture.
• 7+ years of progressive software architecture experience in the biotech/pharma industry (for principal level positions).
• Hands‑on knowledge of lab workflows, integrated workcells, and automation control systems (e.g., liquid handlers, robotic arms).

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