Overview
At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.
We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.
We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.
At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.
Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.
About this opportunity
In the position of a Software Engineer (f/m/d) in Life Science and Diagnostics at QIAGEN, you will be making improvements in life possible – every working day. We are looking for you to help us shape our product development with skill and passion. You will work with our system and software teams to develop instrument control software for laboratory devices as well as data analysis software to process test results helping our customers to get valuable insights from a biological sample.
Your Tasks
As a Software Engineer you will typically work in project teams of 5-10 people and gain experience in different roles throughout the life cycle of a software development project.
You will start as a software developer or (automated) software tester in one of our scrum teams. Throughout your professional career you will have the opportunity to grow into senior roles such as senior engineer, product owner, software architect or verification manager.
You will work across teams and across sites to generate the best possible solution for our products in a complex environment of Biology, Chemistry, Mechanics, Electronics and Software.
You will be based at QIAGEN Hilden, our operational headquarter and will have the opportunity to visit our international development sites in Aarhus, Denmark or Wroclaw, Poland to strengthen and refine your software development capabilities.
Your Profile
You have a master’s degree in computer science, with a minor in medicine, science or engineering
You show a strong interest in software and product development and have already gained first professional experience.
You love science and have a strong analytical mindset that strives to analyze, understand and solve problems.
You are highly organized, work independently and easily adapt to changing work environment.
You show excellent communication skills in both, English and German (C1 level)
Ideally, you are familiar with working with AI-powered development tools or large language models to automate software development lifecycle processes. Experience with connecting AI agents with third-party systems using Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a plus
Please provide a transcript of record and an employer's reference if applicable.
What we offer
Bonus/Commission
Local benefits
Referral Program
Volunteer Day
Internal Academy (QIALearn)
Employee Assistance Program
Hybrid work (conditional to your role)
Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.
QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Computer Science with a minor in medicine, science, or engineering
- First professional experience in software or product development
- Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
- Highly organized, able to work independently and adapt to changing environments
- Excellent communication skills in English and German (C1 level)
- Familiarity with AI-powered development tools or large language models; experience connecting AI agents using MCP
- Provide transcript of record and employer reference if applicable
QIAGEN Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about QIAGEN and has not been reviewed or approved by QIAGEN.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work options (hybrid or remote where roles allow), flexible hours, sabbaticals, and site-specific childcare support work–life fit. Programs are presented as available where roles allow, signaling adaptable benefit design.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A global Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family, alongside broader wellbeing initiatives and community volunteering time, provides everyday support. Recognition for inclusive culture reinforces the emphasis on a supportive environment.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave positioned as above typical U.S. norms and family-oriented offerings (e.g., on-site childcare at some locations) enhance caregiver support. Reports of solid PTO and holidays further strengthen family time.
QIAGEN Insights
What We Do
QIAGEN is the leading global provider of Sample to Insight solutions that enable customers to gain valuable molecular insights from samples containing the building blocks of life. Our sample technologies isolate and process DNA, RNA and proteins from blood, tissue and other materials. Assay technologies make these biomolecules visible and ready for analysis. Bioinformatics software and knowledge bases interpret data to report relevant, actionable insights. Automation solutions tie these together in seamless and cost-effective workflows. QIAGEN provides solutions to more than 500,000 customers around the world in Molecular Diagnostics (human healthcare) and Life Sciences (academia, pharma R&D and industrial applications, primarily forensics).
