Senior Software Engineer - Walkersville, MD
Job Description
Lonza, a global leader in life sciences, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Walkersville, MD location. This hybrid role requires onsite presence three days per week and offers a competitive salary range of $93,000 - $149,000. The position involves designing, developing, and implementing software solutions that drive critical business and scientific outcomes.
The ideal candidate will work with Microsoft technologies, including C#, .NET, Blazor, WPF, and ASP.NET, to create scalable applications that support life sciences technologies. They will lead technical initiatives, mentor junior developers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the life sciences industry while working with cutting-edge technologies. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical/dental coverage, 401k, life insurance, and performance bonuses. Lonza's commitment to ethical business practices and positive global impact makes this an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about combining technical excellence with purposeful work.
The role requires 5+ years of software development experience and strong expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the direction of software platforms while working in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment that values continuous learning and professional growth.
Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - Walkersville, MD
- Collaborate with senior collaborators to understand business goals and translate them into technical requirements
- Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of applications
- Architect and implement scalable, efficient, and maintainable code
- Apply Visual Studio 2022 and modern development tools to build interactive GUIs
- Implement serial port communication and data transfer processes
- Plan, document, and maintain technical specifications
- Lead and support the software development lifecycle
- Conduct detailed code reviews and offer feedback
- Mentor and guide junior developers
- Enforce software quality standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor
Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - Walkersville, MD
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in software development using Microsoft technologies
- At least 1 year of experience working in multi-tier, distributed enterprise architecture
- Solid understanding of software development principles
- Proficiency in front-end and back-end technologies
- Solid experience working with SQL Server and RESTful APIs
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development methodologies
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Capable of working both independently and collaboratively
- Excellent communication skills
Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - Walkersville, MD
- Performance-related bonus
- Medical and dental coverage
- 401k plan
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off (PTO)
