Specialist - Research Automation Systems Integrator

Workday (Software) Release Management Automation Systems Systems Integration Software Engineering Software Development Computer Engineering Contingent Workforce Functional Knowledge IT Service Management Solution Architecture Laboratory Automation Information Technology New Product Development Requirements Management C# (Programming Language) Automation Systems Design High Throughput Screening SQL (Programming Language) Java (Programming Language) Continuous Improvement Process Design Elements And Principles Software Configuration Management Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Application Programming Interface (API), As a Software Engineering Senior Specialist, you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining advanced software systems that support this mission. Within the RaDS IT Research Infrastructure Product Line (RIPL), the Engineering team is seeking a Senior Specialist - Research Automation Systems Integrator to support the Research Automation Operations product (Laboratory and Plant).

In this role, you will define and implement solution architectures, guiding engineering teams through high-level requirements, design principles, and integration strategies. You will lead the development of scalable solutions by assessing current and future state architectures and aligning them with business needs. Leveraging your experience in screening data automation, plant automation, and system integration, you will contribute to the development of new platforms and the optimization of existing systems to improve efficiency and productivity across drug discovery and clinical development.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders across Research & Development and IT-including scientists, engineers, architects, infrastructure, quality, and external partners-to design, enhance, and support automation systems.

This role is primarily based in West Point, PA or Rahway, NJ, with support provided to additional sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Construct, amend, and verify complex software systems, components, and integrations by writing advanced software programs, adhering to estimation, measurement, quality processes, appropriate documentation, and continuous improvement practices.
• Enable and maintain sophisticated software configuration management capabilities across diverse technology environments, architectures, and platforms.
• Create and adapt advanced software configuration applications and interfaces, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Develop and employ robust software capabilities that empower the creation, renewal, update, and destruction of data, adhering to stringent objectives regarding security, compliance, policy, scalability, efficiency, reliability, fidelity, flexibility, and portability.
• Validate and test integrated systems rigorously, ensuring compliance with organizational standards regarding security, reporting, observation, and control.
• Act as a technical resource within the work group/project team, providing expertise and guidance on software engineering best practices.
• Apply deep technical and functional knowledge to conduct experiments and research, contributing to the advancement of the project and the broader field.
• Recognized as a technical expert, contribute to significant internal publications and may publish and/or present technical papers to external audiences.
• Make informed decisions by choosing between multiple options or developing new solutions to resolve moderately complex problems.
• Navigate and work effectively in ambiguous situations within the work group/project team, explaining difficult issues and building alignment around complex situations.
• Explore through experimentation, using novel approaches and integrating new ideas and knowledge with increasing frequency.
• Demonstrate effective use of technology to complete assignments, applying and adapting standard methods and techniques based on prior work experience and consulting others as needed., Category 5 Cabling Operations Management Electronic Components Electrical Engineering Technical Requirements New Product Development Artificial Intelligence Technical Documentation Internet Protocols Suite Critical Illness Insurance Continuous Improvement Process Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) +0

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• Bachelor's degree in automation, engineering, computer science, or computer engineering related degree; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Over five (5+) years' hands-on software development and operations in the pharmaceutical High Throughput Screening (HTS) automation, interfacing with research scientists, robotic engineers, safety, and quality personnel.
• Over four (4+) years' experience with sample management systems and operations, such as Titian Mosaic, Screenwork, BioInventory, FreezerPro, etc. Have experience developing integration APIs with other laboratory systems.
• Over four (4+) years' experience with commercial laboratory robotics scheduler software such as Momentum, GreenButtonGo, Cellario, etc.
• Over four (4+) year's hands-on experience programming robotic arms, laboratory instrument using LabView, C#, Java, Oracle and/or SQL server database in direct support of high throughput screening.
• Familiar with networking, switches, vlans, subnets, firewalls, Windows active directory in virtual and physical environments.
• Experienced problem solver/troubleshooter, skilled in root cause analysis.
• Multi-tasker with ability to lead multiple IT and automation projects.
• Able to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.

Required Skills: Automation Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Modeling, Design Applications, Information Technology (IT) Services, Java (Programming Language), Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Safety, Managing Engineering Teams, Market Trends, Oracle Database, Product Development, Release Management, Requirements Management, Robot Framework, Robotics Programming, Sample Management, Software Applications, Solution Architecture, SQL Databases, System Designs, System Integration

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The salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00

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