Software Technical Lead

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.  With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Purpose

The Everest is PerkinElmer's next Gen software platform designed to revolutionize the future of laboratory research. This cloud-based platform will integrate seamlessly with Perkin Elmer’s instruments in the lab, offering a user-centric experience that streamlines workflows, enhances data management, and empowers researchers with powerful new capabilities. Everest will also leverage cutting-edge GenAI solutions, enabling features such as intelligent data analysis, and personalized recommendations, ultimately transforming the research experience.

PerkinElmer is seeking passionate and experienced Software Technical Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Everest platform. Working under the direction of Senior Technical Architect, you will provide technical leadership and expertise to multiple scrum teams, driving the architecture and design of specific major components within the platform. Through a blend of strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and a collaborative spirit, you will be instrumental in ensuring the Everest platform becomes a world-class solution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction for assigned components within the Everest platform, collaborating with the Senior Technical Architect and other technical leaders.
• Deeply understand the overall platform architecture and ensure your assigned components seamlessly integrate and function within the broader system.
• Define technical specifications, design documents, and coding standards for assigned components, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to scrum team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct code reviews, identify potential issues, and suggest improvements to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Participate in technical discussions with cross-functional teams (product, design) to translate requirements into clear technical solutions.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies relevant to your assigned components and actively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in technical training and knowledge-sharing sessions to continuously elevate the team's technical expertise.
• Track and monitor development progress for your assigned components, proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Work closely with the Senior Technical Architect to ensure consistency and alignment with the overall platform architecture

Basic Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in software development, with a proven track record of leading and mentoring technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and best practices (e.g., Clean Code, Test-Driven Development).
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) relevant to the Everest platform.
• Experience in designing and developing complex software applications using relevant programming languages and frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Characteristics

• Experience in the life sciences industry or a related field.
• Experience leading technical design and development of major software components.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach junior developers.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment (e.g., Scrum).
• Experience with API design principles and best practices (e.g., RESTful APIs).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong focus on code quality and maintainability.
• A passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to the development of cutting-edge software solutions.