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 and developing software solutions that drive critical business and scientific outcomes in the life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, including C#, .NET, Blazor, and SQL Server, with at least 5 years of hands-on development experience.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing scalable applications, leading the software development lifecycle, and mentoring junior developers. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate complex business requirements into elegant technical solutions.
The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, disability insurance, and paid time off. This is an excellent opportunity for a software engineer who wants to make a meaningful impact in the life sciences industry while working with cutting-edge technologies.
Lonza's work directly impacts millions of people worldwide, and they maintain a strong focus on ethical business practices and employee development. The company culture emphasizes solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences, making it an ideal environment for innovative and motivated software engineers looking to advance their careers while contributing to significant scientific advancements.
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 code reviews and ensure coding standards
- Mentor junior developers
- Enforce software quality standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments
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 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
- 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)
