Automation Specialist

2 weeks ago


Waterford, Waterford, Ireland beBeeAutomation Full time €90,000 - €110,000
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Automation Specialist to design, develop, and maintain software solutions that drive the automation of laboratory workflows.

  • Design and implement software to control laboratory automation systems, including liquid handlers, robotic arms, and analytical instruments.
  • Collaborate with vendors regarding software updates.
  • Develop APIs and middleware to integrate instruments with Laboratory Information Management Systems and data pipelines.
  • Collaborate with scientists and lab staff to understand workflow requirements and translate them into scalable automation solutions.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in languages such as Python, C#, or Java.
  • Troubleshoot and debug hardware-software integration issues in a laboratory setting.
  • Implement scheduling and orchestration systems for automated workflows.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards where applicable.
  • Participate in code reviews, testing, and validation of automation systems.
  • Maintain version control and documentation for all software projects.
  • Develop and train future Junior Software Engineers.
Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

You should also have:

  • 5+ years of experience in software development, preferably in a laboratory or scientific environment.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, or Java.
  • Experience with laboratory automation platforms.
  • Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems, Electronic Lab Notebooks, or other scientific data management systems.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and work on cutting-edge automation projects. If you are passionate about software development and automation, please apply now.



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