Software Engineer

As a Software Developer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems that power our production environment. This position requires a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and compliance in a fast-paced pharmaceutical setting. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and operations, to deliver solutions that optimize capsule production workflows, inventory management, and data integrity.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Greenwood SC.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to Lonza’s global benefits program.

What you will do:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust software applications using .NET Framework/Core, C#, and SQL Server to support production systems, including real-time monitoring, batch tracking, and quality control for 2-piece capsule manufacturing.
• Play a collaborative role in the global MES/OT systems development, driving key software/systems development with a global mindset.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business needs, and implement scalable solutions that integrate with existing ERP and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Perform code reviews, debugging, and optimization to ensure high performance, security, and uptime in a 24/7 production environment.
• Implement and maintain database schemas, stored procedures, and queries in SQL Server to handle large volumes of production data while ensuring data accuracy and compliance with 21 CFR Part 11.
• Support system validation, testing, and deployment activities, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT) in alignment with pharmaceutical regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly, minimizing downtime and maintaining system integrity.
• Be part of a 24/7 rotating on-call group for support calls
• Document software designs, processes, and changes to facilitate knowledge transfer and regulatory audits.
• Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and updates to .NET and SQL ecosystems to drive continuous improvement. Review user requirements, consult internal stakeholders in terms of IT / OT solutions, take responsibility as (sub-) project manager, work out concepts and specifications, moderate workshops, configure and customize systems, responsible for content of test scripts, execute functional testing and support business testing, contribute to the creation of training documentation, provide trainings, prepare and perform data migration activities, enforce global process and system governance, adhere to GMP and quality policies.
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of Lonza custom IT / OT solutions. Get familiar with newest generation IT solutions and advise internal partners on innovative IT technologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming, ASP.NET (MVC/Web API), Entity Framework, and ADO.NET for building secure, efficient applications.
• Strong SQL skills, including query optimization, indexing, and ETL processes for handling manufacturing data.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum).
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical or regulated industries, including concepts like GxP, validation lifecycle, and electronic records/signatures.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure in a high-stakes production setting.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Would be great if you had this:

• Experience with manufacturing software (e.g., SCADA, PLC integration) or pharmaceutical-specific tools (e.g., TrackWise, MasterControl).
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) for .NET deployments and CI/CD pipelines.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or similar.
• Exposure to front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React) for full-stack development.

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.