Your Impact at LILALila Sciences is hiring a Software Engineer to develop the next generation of Lab Instrument Integration Software, which is a foundational component of our AI-enabled laboratory. We are looking for self-motivated problem solvers who enjoy sitting at the often tricky interfaces between software, science, and hardware to deliver powerful solutions that will accelerate science.
What You'll Be Building- Lab Instrument Software Development: Develop robust software to enable communication between robotics and automation hardware (e.g., robotic arms, liquid handlers, sensors) and the control software, ensuring reliable and efficient hardware integration.
- System Integration: Seamlessly integrate lab instruments into our Next Generation, AI-enabled lab automation infrastructure, managing complex interfaces between cloud and edge infrastructure, and device execution.
- Testing and Debugging: Perform rigorous testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of drivers to identify, isolate, and rectify performance issues, bugs, and compatibility challenges.
- Technical Documentation: Create, update, and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for driver interfaces, APIs, and integration methods, facilitating ease of use by internal teams and end-users.
- Collaboration and Support: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, product managers, and end-users, providing technical support and resolving integration challenges promptly.
- AI driven development: work with state of the art coding models and development infrastructure to improve the speed and quality of software delivery.
What You'll Need to Succeed- Proficiency in Python, C#/.NET, or other programming languages or frameworks is essential
- Demonstrated ability in debugging and problem-solving, preferably hardware-software integration issues.
- Strong analytical thinking and a structured approach to troubleshooting and resolving complex technical problems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Bonus Points For- A strong interest in or background in science
- Experience in developing software for laboratory automation systems or robotics used in life sciences, pharmaceutical, or similar industries.
- Experience working directly with end-users (e.g., scientists, laboratory technicians), using feedback to drive product improvements.
- Experience with hardware integration and device driver development, especially in robotics or automation contexts.
- Proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.
CompensationWe offer competitive base compensation with bonus potential and generous early-stage equity. Your final offer will reflect your background, expertise, and expected impact.
U.S. Benefits. Full-time U.S. employees receive a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; flexible time off with generous company wide holidays; paid parental leave; an educational assistance program; commuter benefits, including bike share memberships for office based employees; and a company subsidized lunch program.
International Benefits. Full-time employees outside the U.S. receive a comprehensive benefits program tailored to their region. USD salary ranges apply only to U.S.-based positions; international salaries are set to local market.
Expected Base Salary Range
$108,000-$140,000 USD
