Sr. Software Engineer

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.

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.

This is a fully onsite role due to the hands‑on nature of instrument control, hardware integration, and close collaboration with engineering and scientific teams.

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.

Java: core codebase, multi‑threaded code and GUI desktop applications (JavaFX or Swing).

Java, Maven, Net Beans IDE and Mercurial.

Python: scripting, data analysis tools.

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.

• 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
• Personal days
• Onsite gyms

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

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.

We also provide commuter benefits, well‑being initiatives, and peer‑to‑peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

GenScript USA Inc/Pro Bio 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.