Lead Software Engineer (Go/Ruby) - Lab Automation

EPAM·Poland·Удалённо·6д. назад

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to focus on developing mission-critical lab automation systems, Business Process Automation (BPA), and scalable software architectures within an Agile and ITIL-managed environment.

Responsibilities

Architect robust, standardized integration layers (adapters/services) aligning automation systems (robots/instruments) tightly with LIMS workflows
Implement fault-tolerant patterns, state management, and recovery mechanisms for device/network failures
Deliver comprehensive monitoring, logging, and device telemetry
Design, model, and govern a scalable, decoupled business rules engine, ensuring rules are versioned, traceable, and safely deployable without disrupting operations
Build scalable, modular systems with independent frontend/backend evolution, incorporating caching, async processing, and secure-by-design practices
Define and document contract-first APIs with proper versioning and secure interfaces
Ensure full auditability and end-to-end traceability of all experimental data flows
Coach engineers via code reviews, pair programming, and architecture walkthroughs
Foster autonomy, knowledge sharing, and full-stack system thinking across the team
Drive features end-to-end, prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and consistently meet deadlines

Requirements

5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven track record in a lead or senior role
Background in lab automation context (device integration) and Business Process Automation (BPA/rules engines)
Proficiency in Go (Golang)
Expertise in Ruby on Rails and Phoenix Framework
Knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle), NoSQL, and key-value stores
Skills in building APIs using REST, GraphQL, and gRPC
Familiarity with AWS services, including Elastic Container Service (ECS), Simple Storage Service (S3), and Application Load Balancer (ALB)
Competency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Docker containerization, and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins)
Advanced understanding of Git, code review best practices, and branching/merging strategies
Qualifications in Unit testing, Integration testing, and Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and continuous learning adaptability
Proven experience in ITIL-managed organizations, strong problem-solving/debugging skills, and excellent cross-functional communication
Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)