Senior Automation Software Engineer

By myKelly | August 7, 2026

Senior Automation Software Engineer

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Rockville, MD, US

Information Technology

Direct Hire,

$130000 - $165000

On-site

Other/Non Classified

Rockville, MD, US

$130000 - $165000

Direct Hire,

Other/Non Classified

On-site

Information Technology

Apply On Motion Recruitment Applied

Job details

Senior Engineer, Software Automation, based in Rockville, VA

A growing life sciences and medical technology company based in Rockville, VA, is looking for a full-time Senior Engineer, Software Automation to help design and program high-performance automation systems used in the assembly, inspection, and reagent dispensing of diagnostic products. This is a hands-on engineering role working closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams to support new product development and improve existing manufacturing capabilities.

This is more than just a software engineering role — you’ll work at the intersection of software, automation, and hardware, helping build, integrate, validate, and troubleshoot systems that directly support the manufacturing of advanced diagnostic products. You’ll have the opportunity to work with industrial equipment, robots, motors, controllers, sensors, and automation platforms while collaborating across multiple engineering and manufacturing teams.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in automation equipment software design
  • Experience with industrial robots, motors, controllers, and/or digital and analog sensors
  • 3+ years of programming experience with C#/.NET or another OOP language such as C++ or Java
  • OR 3+ years of experience with PLCs, Ladder Logic, or Structured Text
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline preferred
  • Strong software development and problem-solving fundamentals
  • Ability to work effectively in an Agile environment

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Hardware/software integration experience
  • Experience with communication protocols and data structures
  • GUI design and database communication
  • Python, MATLAB, or other scripting languages
  • Machine vision and image processing
  • Automation platforms such as Tecan or Hamilton
  • Experience in GMP, ISO, pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device manufacturing environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

  • 40% Automation Software Development
  • 30% Hardware/Software Integration & Troubleshooting
  • 15% Testing, Validation & Optimization
  • 15% Documentation & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Daily Responsibilities

  • 70% Hands-On Engineering
  • 30% Architecture, Testing & Cross-Functional Collaboration

The Offer

  • Full-time Senior Engineering opportunity
  • Benefits package
  • Competitive salary

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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