Senior Developer

ALS Global • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Developer in the GEL Department will design, develop, integrate, and optimize the GEL Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and related applications. Working with Business Analysts, IT, laboratory staff, and external vendors, this role delivers technology solutions aligned with business needs, operational excellence, and regulatory requirements. The position also provides technical leadership, supports system integrations and data management, and ensures solutions meet quality, audit, regulatory, and data integrity standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in software development, preferably in laboratory informatics or enterprise systems.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or similar.
• Experience with database technologies such as SQL Server or Oracle.
• Solid understanding of system integration, APIs, and data management.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and manage multiple priorities.
• Availability for occasional travel (3–4 weeks per year).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with LIMS development, configuration, or similar laboratory/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of LIMS modules, integrations, and custom features.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Follow coding standards, best practices, and security protocols.
• Develop and maintain APIs, data pipelines, and system interfaces.
• Support integration of LIMS with laboratory instruments and enterprise systems.
• Oversee data migration, transformation, and quality assurance processes.
• Mentor and guide junior developers and technical staff.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts, QA, and laboratory stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Provide technical input on architecture, design, and long-term system improvements.
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Support user acceptance testing and provide third-level support for escalated incidents.
• Maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, workflows, and release notes.
• Ensure systems and processes meet audit, regulatory, and data integrity standards.

Benefits

• Programs and opportunities to expand skills and develop new ones.
• Opportunities across the company to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
• A safe, flexible, and rewarding career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior