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# Software Developer- LIMS

- **Company:** Samplemanager
- **Location:** Bournemouth, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Audit Trail, C Sharp (Programming Language), Databases, System Configuration, Data Integrity, Middleware, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Laboratory Information Management Systems, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, System Testing, Systems Integration, Management of Software Versions, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Management, GXP, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Custom Reports
- **Published:** June 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/40166149/

## About the Role

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)



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