Software Developer- LIMS

Job Description:TORWe require 2 Lead Software Developers with experience working with SampleManager (LIMS) v12.1. & v21.3.Experience of both is desirable but not essential, as the latter is the target upgrade version.However, experience of Sample Manager, for at least one version is essential.A SampleManager developer is not just a typical coder - the role is a mix of:Software development (VGL, C# / .NET / SQL)System configuration (core platform skill)Integration engineeringRegulatory-aware system design Core Technical Skills for SampleManager DevelopersProgramming & Development SkillsVGL as the “native coding language” inside our current version of SampleManagerC# / .NET FrameworkPrimary language used for extending and customising SampleManager (forms, logic, DLLs)Platform itself is built on Microsoft .NET architecture Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)Required for designing modular LIMS extensions and workflows API & Web Service DevelopmentExperience with XML, SOAP, HTTP web services for integrations Database & Data Management SkillsSQL (Essential)Querying, validation, troubleshooting against the SampleManager data model Relational DatabasesOracle for current version to be upgraded to PotsgresSQLUnderstanding schemas, stored procedures, and performance tuning Data Integrity & AuditKnowledge of audit trails, versioning, and traceability (critical in LIMS environments) SampleManager Platform-Specific SkillsLIMS Configuration (at times more important than pure coding)SampleManager is heavily configuration-driven rather than fully custom-coded. However, the APHA LIMS has been heavily custom coded and experience in this is essential. Key tools/modules:Entity Designer / ExplorerWorkflow Designer (Visual Workflow)Forms Designer / Labels / ReportsDashboards & scheduling components Workflow DevelopmentDesign and automate laboratory workflows and procedures Module DevelopmentSample workflows, stock management, instrument modules, etc. Systems Integration SkillsInstrument Integration Connecting lab instruments (e.g. HPLC, GC, analyzers) to LIMSEnterprise System IntegrationIntegration with:ERP systemsMES / ELN / SDMSUse of middleware and integration tools REST/SOAP interfacesFor interfacing with external systems and services Software Engineering & LifecycleSDLC KnowledgeDesign * Development * Testing * Deployment * Support Testing & QAUnit testing, system testing, validation (especially in regulated environments) Version ControlManaging changes to configurations and code Troubleshooting & SupportRoot cause analysis of system issues Reporting & Data VisualisationReport DevelopmentCreating custom reports, dashboards, KPIs Tools like:Built-in reporting toolsExternal tools Data AnalyticsInterpreting lab data and presenting insights Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge (Critical in LIMS)Understanding of:GxP (Good Practice standards)FDA 21 CFR Part 11ISO 17025 / GMP Knowledge of:Electronic signaturesAudit trailsData validation processes Infrastructure & Environment SkillsWindows Server environments Deployment modelsOn-premise and cloud-hosted LIMS Security conceptsAuthentication, authorisation, data protection Analytical & Domain SkillsLaboratory domain knowledgeUnderstanding of lab workflows, SOPs, sample lifecycle Business analysisTranslating lab/user requirements into technical solutions Soft but Essential Technical SkillsProblem-solving and debuggingWorking with stakeholders (scientists& laboratory staff)Documentation (technical specs, validation docs)