Software Engineer

At STEMCELL Technologies, we build next-generation high-throughput cell sorters for clinical and research use. We're seeking a Software Engineer to help develop, maintain, and extend our software, which controls our instruments and supports GMP-compliant workflows. You'll be joining at a pivotal stage for the company, contributing to the ongoing development of the GMP instrument software, playing a role in the design and implementation of our next-generation sorter, and developing custom tools to support our in-house manufacturing and test automation processes. This is a great opportunity for an early-career engineer or post-PhD researcher looking to work in a fast-moving commercial environment.

In this role, you will

• Develop and maintain application features in our control software and in-house manufacturing rigs
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to refine requirements and propose solutions
• Contribute to GMP compliance features
• Write clear, testable, well-documented code following internal standards
• Participate in design reviews and software verification
• Work closely with our multidisciplinary team

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or a physical science
• 2+ years of professional software development experience or equivalent in a research (e.g. PhD) setting
• Proficient in at least one language such as Python, Java, C#, or C++
• Experience with Git and collaborative programming
• Experience developing desktop applications
• Experience with or desire to work on systems that interface with hardware
• Solid grasp of object-oriented design and modern software practices
• Understanding of testing, documentation, and software verification
• Clear communicator with a collaborative approach

• Strong Python skills, especially with NumPy and PySide (or PyQt)
• Experience with instrumentation or scientific software
• Ability to understand the wider system context in order to steer implementation
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485, or similar regulatory frameworks
• Motivation to work in advanced medical or life science technologies
• Comfortable contributing to regulatory documentation and processes