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Lead Software Engineer (Go/Ruby) - Lab Automation

Open 23d posting dated 4 days ago

Summary

Lead a team building scalable lab automation systems and business rules engines in Go/Ruby, integrating lab devices with LIMS workflows and ensuring fault tolerance and auditability.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to focus on developing mission-critical lab automation systems, Business Process Automation (BPA), and scalable software architectures within an Agile and ITIL-managed environment.

Responsibilities

  • Architect robust, standardized integration layers (adapters/services) aligning automation systems (robots/instruments) tightly with LIMS workflows
  • Implement fault-tolerant patterns, state management, and recovery mechanisms for device/network failures
  • Deliver comprehensive monitoring, logging, and device telemetry
  • Design, model, and govern a scalable, decoupled business rules engine, ensuring rules are versioned, traceable, and safely deployable without disrupting operations
  • Build scalable, modular systems with independent frontend/backend evolution, incorporating caching, async processing, and secure-by-design practices
  • Define and document contract-first APIs with proper versioning and secure interfaces
  • Ensure full auditability and end-to-end traceability of all experimental data flows
  • Coach engineers via code reviews, pair programming, and architecture walkthroughs
  • Foster autonomy, knowledge sharing, and full-stack system thinking across the team
  • Drive features end-to-end, prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and consistently meet deadlines

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven track record in a lead or senior role
  • Background in lab automation context (device integration) and Business Process Automation (BPA/rules engines)
  • Proficiency in Go (Golang)
  • Expertise in Ruby on Rails and Phoenix Framework
  • Knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle), NoSQL, and key-value stores
  • Skills in building APIs using REST, GraphQL, and gRPC
  • Familiarity with AWS services, including Elastic Container Service (ECS), Simple Storage Service (S3), and Application Load Balancer (ALB)
  • Competency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Docker containerization, and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins)
  • Advanced understanding of Git, code review best practices, and branching/merging strategies
  • Qualifications in Unit testing, Integration testing, and Test-Driven Development (TDD)
  • Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and continuous learning adaptability
  • Proven experience in ITIL-managed organizations, strong problem-solving/debugging skills, and excellent cross-functional communication
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)

Nice to have

  • Hands-on experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)

Benefits

We gather like-minded people:

  • Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernization
  • Supportive team and agile, startup-like culture
  • Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Business-driven relocation opportunities

We provide growth opportunities:

  • Career development programs
  • Thought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • English classes

We cover it all:

  • Stable pay
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Referral bonuses up to $2,000
  • Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and more
  • Corporate, social and well-being events

Please, note:

  • Benefits listed above are available to employees only
  • We are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individually
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

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