Embedded Software Developer – Python/Linux
Thermo Fisher Scientific1 day ago
Brno, CzechiaSenior
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain Python software for mass spectrometry instruments.
- Develop software for embedded Linux-based systems and instrument control.
- Translate complex technical and scientific requirements into robust software solutions.
- Investigate and resolve complex software, communication, and instrument-level problems.
- Contribute to software architecture, code reviews, automated testing, and engineering best practices.
- Participate in DevOps and continuous integration processes while collaborating with international R&D teams.
Requirements
- University degree in a technical field with 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent practical experience in embedded software, scientific applications, or other technically complex products.
- Strong proficiency in Python development.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git and familiarity with modern software development and DevOps practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex technical and scientific requirements into software solutions.
- Effective written and spoken English communication and the ability to collaborate in cross-functional and international teams.
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a development team.
- Preferred qualifications include C++, Linux development, networking and communication protocols, communication buses, hardware/software interfaces, embedded systems, scientific instrumentation, automated testing, and continuous integration.
Benefits
- Standard Monday–Friday work schedule in a laboratory and office setting.
- Occasional travel of up to 5% for collaboration with colleagues in the EU.
- Opportunity to contribute to international R&D projects supporting advanced analytical instruments and scientific research.
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific builds analytical instruments, lab equipment and consumables, specialty diagnostics, and provides pharma services (CDMO and clinical research) for biotech, pharma, academic, and healthcare customers. It earns revenue through product sales, e-commerce distribution (Fisher Scientific), and contract services under brands such as Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Patheon, and PPD. Headquartered in Waltham, MA, it is publicly traded on the NYSE (TMO) and was created by the 2006 merger of Thermo Electron and Fisher Scientific.