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Software Engineer - Robotics/ Automation

Murphy Search Group
West Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Senior Software Engineer – Robotics

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Our Client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Laboratory Automation to join our Software Development team at their CT headquarters. This hands-on role involves developing and supporting automation and robotic systems for laboratory applications, from initial design and prototyping to production and ongoing support. The ideal candidate has a robust understanding of automation technologies, including machine vision, and expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and RESTful Web Services, with a strong focus on database-backed systems.

Excellent compensation package, benefits and culture as a part of the team working on their robust robotics and automation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and support application software for automation equipment, including liquid-handling robots and instrument-tending laboratory robots.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to create bring-up, test, and diagnostic software for automation systems.
  • Work collaboratively with Product Marketing, Engineering Design, and end users to develop application requirements.
  • Develop core tools in Java and other environments to streamline application programming.
  • Design and maintain user interfaces, web services, backend database systems, and performance metrics for laboratory automation systems.
  • Provide troubleshooting and support for field service and production issues in partnership with Customer Care.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 Quality Management System requirements.

Experience :

  • 3–10 years of experience developing application-level software for laboratory and / or industrial automation systems.
  • 3 years of expertise in vision systems, including inspection vision, guidance vision, and general machine vision technologies. Proven ability to develop and integrate vision-based algorithms for robotic guidance, quality inspection, and real-time feedback.
  • Hands-on experience with industrial automation, robotics, pneumatic actuators, sensors, and servo motors.
  • Demonstrated success in using strong communication skills to thrive in collaborative, multi-discipline, cross-functional environments.
  • Technical Skills :

  • Proficiency in Java (embedded and / or real-time) and object-oriented programming methodologies.
  • Experience with IDEs like Eclipse or VS Code and tools such as SVN, Maven, Nexus, Git, and GitHub.
  • Familiarity with Java frameworks (e.g., Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate JPA) and database architectures (relational and NoSQL).
  • Strong knowledge of machine vision, TCP / IP device interfaces, networking, and multi-step process control.
  • Experience creating drivers to interface with third-party equipment is a plus.
  • Understanding of laboratory procedures in life sciences or diagnostic labs is advantageous.
  • Additional Knowledge (Preferred) :

  • Familiarity with OpenJDK 11 , Java messaging (ActiveMQ or similar), and web services.
  • Experience with major database systems such as MySQL, Oracle, IBM Netezza, MariaDB, Cassandra, or MongoDB.
  • Knowledge of production metrics, big data, and ETL processes.
  • Expertise in Java Persistence (JPA) and CSS styling, HTML5, or Angular2.
  • Education :

    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

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