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The Senior Software Engineer (P3) is responsible to design, implement and debug C++ backend software for a High Content Screening (HCS) microscopy platform.
This position is an on-site role based in Salzburg, Austria, because in-person work with microscopy equipment and close collaboration with local engineering partners is required.
This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Software Engineering and is part of the Imaging Software Engineering team.
In this role, you will have the following responsibilities:
Backend Development: Design, implement, and debug C++ backend changes that control HCS microscopy acquisition workflows, instrument operations, and related system behaviors.
Integration with Scientific Equipment: Work hands-on and on-site with microscopy equipment and cross-functional engineering partners to validate software behavior, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high-performance instrument operation across acquisition workflows and runtime system behavior.
Quality and Reliability: Create unit tests for software components and work with software testers and/or technical support to reproduce and debug issues in existing products to improve reliability and performance.
Issue Reproduction and Debugging: Collaborate with software testers and/or technical support to reproduce, debug, and resolve issues in released products and in-development features.
Agile Collaboration and Reviews: Share in code and design reviews with the Agile team and collaborate with Product Owners to translate customer requirements into project requirements and effective workflows.
The essential requirements of the job include:
Education: University degree (Bachelor of Science minimum) in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Science, or a related technical field.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in a professional software engineering group, with demonstrated success contributing to large, complex product software.
Expert proficiency with C++ in production software development.
Strong object-oriented design skills and familiarity with design patterns.
Proficiency with unit testing and code review practices in an Agile team environment.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
Less than 10% travel
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Science, or related technical field
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience contributing to large, complex product software
- Expert proficiency with C++ in production software development
- Strong object-oriented design skills and familiarity with design patterns
- Proficiency with unit testing and code review practices in an Agile team environment
- Ability and willingness to work on-site in Salzburg, Austria and work hands-on with microscopy equipment
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
