Lab Sync · 8 hours ago
Automation Workflow Software Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expLab Sync is a cutting-edge company pioneering the next generation of lab automation. As an Automation Workflow Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement complex orchestration workflows that connect software, robotics, and laboratory instruments into reliable, scalable automated systems.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationRobotics
Responsibilities
Design and implement complex, custom orchestrated laboratory workflows spanning robotics, liquid handling, scheduling, and data systems
Configure and extend automation platforms such as Green Button Go, Cellario, Momentum, Hamilton, Tecan, Beckman, or similar systems
Translate scientific protocols into robust, maintainable automated processes
Design, develop, and maintain software services and tooling to support workflow orchestration and instrument control
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in Python, TypeScript, and C#
Build and integrate APIs, services, and custom drivers for laboratory instruments and systems
Contribute to UI components, data visualization, and cloud/on-prem services that streamline lab operations
Integrate laboratory instruments using APIs, SDKs, and low-level communication protocols (RS232, USB, TCP/IP)
Design end-to-end automation architectures, including schedulers, data flows, authentication, and deployment strategies
Integrate with LIMS, LES, orchestration engines, and laboratory data management systems
Diagnose and resolve complex issues across software, hardware, and automation layers
Optimize systems for performance, reliability, and scalability in real-world lab environments
Guide projects from initial scoping through deployment and handoff
Work closely with scientists, product managers, engineers, and customers to define and refine workflow requirements
Serve as a technical partner to customers during implementation, training, and rollout
Relay customer feedback to internal teams to continuously improve Lab Sync’s products
Participate in code reviews and follow modern software engineering practices (Git, CI/CD, testing)
Contribute to architectural discussions and technical standards
Help define testing strategies to ensure high-quality workflow and software delivery
Travel up to 10–20% within the U.S. for customer deployments, collaboration, and industry events
Coordinate occasionally with East Coast teams and customers (including some 9am EST meetings)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in software development, laboratory automation, or workflow orchestration
Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in C#
Hands-on experience designing and implementing complex automation workflows
Experience integrating laboratory instruments and automation platforms
Strong troubleshooting skills across software and hardware boundaries
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Familiarity with schedulers, orchestration engines, and lab data systems
Experience with FastAPI, Vue / Nuxt 4, and full-stack development
Experience with authentication in cloud and on-prem environments (e.g., Active Directory)
Database schema design and migrations (SQL / NoSQL)
Containerization and lightweight Kubernetes (e.g., k3s)
Experience working directly in customer laboratories
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Benefits
Potential for stock options
Company
Lab Sync
Lab Sync delivers laboratory automation consulting and technology incubation solutions.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Martin
CEO | Co-Founder
Landon Diaz
Chief Operating Officer
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