Cepheid
life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology
StaffEngineer,SoftwareEngineering
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“Staff Engineer, Software Engineering at Cepheid. Skills: Software Engineering, Technical Architecture, AWS, Java. Lead software design. Develop software”
What You'll Achieve.
Boost organizational productivity; Reduce waste; Enhance overall efficiency; Meet needs of global customers
Industry & Context.
Solve complex challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years of related software development experience, 3+ years of experience as a technical architect designing and architecting cloud‑based applications, 3+ years of hands‑on experience with AWS stack, Proficiency with Java, Proficiency with Spring, Proficiency with Angular 2.0, Proficiency with web application development using Spring MVC, Proficiency with Angular, Proficiency with REST API, Full‑stack development experience working across all application layers
Nice to Have
AWS certified solution architect, Leveraging AI to improve operational performance, Experience working with distributed teams in a global setting
What You'll Do.
Interface with Marketing
Interface with Service
Interface with Support
Interface with Program Management
Conduct design reviews
Document software designs
Exchange technical information
Evaluate new technologies
Adopt new technologies
Evaluate development methodologies
Adopt development methodologies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Software teams; Collaborate with Hardware teams; Collaborate with Research teams; Collaborate with Operations teams; Collaborate with cross-functional partners; Exchange technical information with quality engineers; Exchange technical information with product team members
Process & Methodology
Agile lean software development processes
Full Job Description
**Bring more to life.** Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cepheid, one of [Danaher’s](https://danaher.com/our-businesses) 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world. Learn about the [Danaher Business System](https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) which makes everything possible. As a **Staff Engineer, Software Engineering** , you will be responsible for leading the design, developing, testing, and implementation of Cepheid next generation software products. You’ll need to be a technical architect strong in Java, Angular, AWS cloud, web technologies, software design and architecture. In this hands-on role, you will collaborate closely with our Software, Hardware, Research, and Operations teams—as well as other cross-functional partners—to design and develop GenXpert software products and capabilities, while also creating operational tools to boost organizational productivity, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency in product development. You will spend approximately 60% of your time coding to bring your designs and architectures to life, ensuring that best practices and innovative solutions are implemented throughout the organization. Yo
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