Principal Automation Software Engineer

Job title : Principal Automation Software Engineer Location: Framingham, MA About the job: The Bioanalytics Automation Lab is looking for an automation software engineer to join our team. The individual in this role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and deploying software  solutions that automate laboratory instruments, robotics, sample handling systems, and associated data workflows.

Works closely with scientists, engineers, and vendors to integrate instrumentation, optimize processes, and improve laboratory efficiency and data quality. Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress. Join our Bioanalytics Automation Lab as a Principal Automation Software Engineer and you’ll apply modern robotics and software development to expedite the drug development process at Sanofi.

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions. About Sanofi: We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world.

Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Main Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications for laboratory automation systems. Program and integrate laboratory instruments, liquid handlers, robotic workcells, and peripheral devices. Develop instrument control software, APIs, drivers, and workflow orchestration solutions. Create automated data collection, processing, and reporting tools.

Collaborate with scientists and laboratory personnel to understand requirements and translate them into automation solutions. Troubleshoot hardware, software, and communication issues involving automated equipment. Integrate laboratory automation platforms with LIMS, ELN, databases, and enterprise systems. Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and software validation records. About you: Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

OR Master’s Degree in the previous fields mentioned with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. OR  PhD in the previous fields mentioned with a minimum of 2 years of post-degree industry experience. Candidates from other technical disciplines with demonstrated software development experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry will also be considered. Experience: Demonstrated experience developing and deploying full-stack software solution for lab automation platforms in a professional environment, with proficiency in one or more programming languages Python, C++, C#, Java, or JavaScript.

Hands-on experience with hardware and instrument integration, along with a solid background working with APIs, databases, and network communications. Candidates should possess knowledge of laboratory workflows within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, or life sciences environments. Hands-on experience with REST APIs, cloud-based applications, container orchestration platforms. Familiarity with laboratory informatics systems (e.g., LIMS, ELN, SDMS or similar platforms).

Preferred: Experience with laboratory automation platforms such as Hamilton, Dynamic Devices, HighRes Biosolutions, Retisoft, or comparable integrators is highly desirable. Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Git-based version control. Experience working within GxP or other regulated environments will be considered a strong asset. Experience or interest in programming robotic automation technologies.

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