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Lila Sciences

Software Engineer I, Instrument Software

Cambridge, MA USAFrom $140kfull-timemidAdded 3 days ago

About this role

Lila Sciences seeks a Software Engineer I to develop instrument integration software that enables communication between lab robotics, automation hardware, and control systems for AI-enabled laboratory automation. You'll work at the intersection of software, hardware, and science to build robust drivers and cloud-edge infrastructure integrations.

What you'll do

  • Develop software for communication between robotic arms, liquid handlers, sensors, and control systems
  • Integrate lab instruments into AI-enabled lab automation infrastructure managing cloud and edge interfaces
  • Perform rigorous testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of drivers and hardware-software integration
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for driver interfaces and APIs
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers, developers, product managers, and end-users on integration challenges
  • Leverage AI-driven development tools and coding models to improve software delivery speed and quality

What they're looking for

  • Python
  • C#/.NET
  • Hardware-software integration and debugging
  • Device driver development
  • Git version control
  • Analytical thinking and troubleshooting
  • Technical communication
  • Robotics or lab automation systems

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • Flexible time off with generous company holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Educational assistance program
  • Commuter benefits including bike share memberships
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Lila Sciences

Lila Sciences builds AI and automation systems for scientific research, including tools for automated analysis, control systems for lab operations, and large language models for scientific tasks. The company is hiring software engineers, machine learning scientists, research engineers, and automation specialists to develop and maintain these scientific computing platforms.

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Likely interview questions

  • Can you describe a time you debugged a complex hardware-software integration issue and how you approached isolating the root cause?
  • Tell us about your experience developing or working with device drivers. What challenges did you encounter?
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