Staff Software Engineer –Lab Automation

Pleasanton, California, USA💼 Full-time💰 $129,400–$129,400🗓 2026-09-30

Core

Provide technical leadership in designing, developing, and supporting software that connects scientific instruments, automation platforms, and laboratory workflows, including AI-enabled solutions for intelligent troubleshooting and workflow adaptation.

Role type

Staff Software Engineer (Laboratory Automation & AI)

Builds

End-to-end laboratory workflows, instrument-control software, graphical user interfaces, and AI-driven automation capabilities for sample preparation and casework.

Domain

Life Sciences / Laboratory Automation / AI

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Python, Java, C++, software architecture, object-oriented design, asynchronous programming, multithreading, event-driven design, instrument state management, fault recovery, hardware abstraction, REST APIs, OPC UA, TCP/IP, serial communication, embedded systems integration, AI/ML integration, Agile/Scrum

Preferred skills

Laboratory automation scripting, liquid-handling platforms, instrument telemetry, edge computing deployment, regulated product development (cybersecurity, risk management, verification/validation)

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Here at Thermo Fisher Scientific, our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research, clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and significant impact. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance. Join our Sales & Marketing team with an unmatched depth of capabilities and help our customers solve some of the world’s toughest challenges.