Software Engineer II, Automation Systems Engineering

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.(5 days ago)

United States, CaliforniaOnsiteFull TimeSenior$94,800 - $133,300Engineering

About this role

Ginkgo is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to develop and support low-level software drivers for laboratory automation hardware. The role involves collaboration with scientific teams, hardware communication, and ensuring high-performance, reliable software for cutting-edge laboratory systems.

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Required Skills

Python
C#
USB
TCP/IP
Hardware Communication
Embedded Systems
Automation
Diagnostics
Debugging
Realtime Systems

About Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.

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Ginkgo Bioworks is a Boston‑headquartered biotechnology company that programs cells using automation, data, and machine learning to design and grow better biological products. Its cell‑programming platform combines high‑throughput lab automation, data generation, and AI to accelerate R&D and scale development across markets like food, fragrance, agriculture, biopharma, and biosecurity. Ginkgo partners with companies and governments to develop custom organisms, improve product performance, and enable commercial manufacturing. It also offers specialized R&D tools and vertical solutions (AI models, data services, lab automation) to translate biological design into products.

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