Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Sr. Software Engineer

Posted Oct 30, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Software Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Sichuan, China
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Senior Level Advanced degree plus 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience in software development in a commercial environment
Education
Advanced degree plus 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience in software development in a commercial...

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Role Summary

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This Sr. Software Engineer role involves developing software solutions for scientific instruments, including applications that control electron microscopes and analytical instruments. The work takes place in an agile environment with international teams and collaboration with scientists, engineers, and domain experts.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement sophisticated software applications that control electron microscopes and analytical instruments
  • Contribute to technical innovation in an agile environment with international teams
  • Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and domain experts across multiple disciplines

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Qualifications

Requires an advanced degree with 5 years or a bachelor's degree with 8 years of commercial software development experience, plus strong C++, C#, or Python skills.

Required

  • Advanced degree plus 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience in software development in a commercial...
  • Strong proficiency in modern C++, C#, or Python development
  • Strong proficiency in working with AI tools, such as Codex and Copilot
  • Expertise in object-oriented design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
  • Experience with agile development methodologies and SAFe framework
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and support team members
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams

Preferred

  • Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Original job description

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and help develop innovative software solutions for scientific instruments. You'll work on advanced technologies that enable breakthrough research in fields like semiconductors, life sciences, and materials analysis. As a Software Engineer III, you'll design and implement sophisticated software applications that control our electron microscopes and analytical instruments, helping customers make discoveries that improve lives worldwide. Working in an agile environment with international teams, you'll contribute to technical innovation while collaborating with scientists, engineers, and domain experts across multiple disciplines.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced degree plus 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience in software development in a commercial environment
• Preferred Fields of Study: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• Strong proficiency in modern C++, C#, or Python development

• Strong proficiency in working with AI tools, such as Codex and Copilot
• Expertise in object-oriented design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
• Experience with agile development methodologies and SAFe framework
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and support team members
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams
• Experience with continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD) tools and practices
• Knowledge of version control systems like Git
• Proficiency in automated testing and test-driven development
• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization
• Ability to understand complex technical and scientific requirements
• Ability to travel occasionally (5-10%) for collaboration with global teams
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About the company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Large Enterprise

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.