Senior Software Engineer LIMS

Experience: 3 5 Years

Role: Senior Software Engineer LIMS

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with 3 5 years of experience in LIMS configuration and laboratory instrument integration, preferably with hands-on experience in WinLIMS.

The role involves integrating laboratory instruments with WinLIMS by understanding instrument output mechanisms, developing data parsing and mapping logic, and configuring LIMS import and review workflows. The candidate will collaborate with laboratory chemists, ESI IT teams, and WinLIMS administrators to support the phased integration and rollout of approximately 32 laboratory instruments.

Key Responsibilities Required Technical Skills

- Laboratory Instrument Discovery
- Identify and document instrument output methods, file formats, sample identification mechanisms, and software versions.
- Conduct technical assessments of laboratory instruments to determine integration requirements.
- Instrument Connectivity and Configuration
- Configure vendor software exports, including OpenLab, Syngistix, and tiamo.
- Set up edge data capture using LIVA mini PCs and Moxa serial-to-Ethernet devices.
- Establish communication between laboratory instruments and WinLIMS through file-based, serial, and network-based interfaces.
- Parser Development and Data Mapping
- Develop, configure, and maintain connector definitions and data parsers.
- Map instrument-generated results to appropriate WinLIMS tests, units of measurement, and sample types.
- Handle data formats such as CSV, XML/XSL, and fixed-format text files.
- WinLIMS Configuration
- Configure WinLIMS import definitions and related data integration settings.
- Set up intermediate and final sample types.




- Configure laboratory chemist review workflows to ensure accurate result processing.
- Testing and Validation
- Develop test scripts and execute interface testing using known laboratory samples.
- Validate data transfer, parsing accuracy, and result mapping.
- Maintain test documentation and validation evidence.
- Go-Live and Deployment Support
- Support phased instrument deployments, go-live activities, and post-deployment hypercare.
- Troubleshoot integration issues and coordinate with relevant technical and laboratory teams.
- Prepare technical documentation and handover materials to support the global rollout.

Skill Area

Required Skills

LIMS Configuration

WinLIMS or comparable LIMS platforms; sample types, tests, import definitions, XML/XSL imports

Laboratory Instruments

HPLC/IC, ICP-OES/MS, titration, TOC, CVS

Instrument Software

OpenLab, Syngistix, tiamo

Data Parsing

CSV, XML/XSL, fixed-format text files

Scripting

Python or similar scripting languages

Communication Protocols

RS-232 serial communication, TCP/IP, Windows file shares

Hardware Connectivity

Moxa NPort configuration and LIVA mini PC-based edge capture

Database & Platform Basics

SQL, Linux, and Docker fundamentals

Testing & Documentation

Interface testing, validation evidence, test scripts, and technical documentation

Ideal Candidate Profile

- 3 5 years of experience in LIMS configuration, laboratory instrument integration, or related software integration roles.
- Hands-on experience with WinLIMS or a comparable LIMS platform.
- Robust understanding of laboratory instrument data formats, parsing, and result mapping.
- Exposure to instrument connectivity using serial and TCP/IP communication.
- Ability to work closely with laboratory users, IT teams, and LIMS administrators.
- Good troubleshooting, documentation, and coordination skills.

📌 Senior Software Engineer – LIMS (India)
🏢 SWITS DIGITAL Private
📍 India