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Senior Automation Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Sat, Aug 29, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days

Job Summary

Leading the design and development of automation solutions, the full-time Senior Instrument Control Software and Automation Engineer, Optical Packaging will implement software for real-time control of precision optical systems, focusing on high-precision alignment and integration with motion control systems.

Key responsibilities
  • Architect and implement automation software for opto-mechanical alignment systems and nano-positioning stages
  • Develop algorithms and motion sequences for optical alignment, calibration, and measurement routines
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define software interfaces for precision hardware
Required qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
  • 8+ years of experience in automation software engineering with a focus on motion control or hardware integration
  • Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or C# for real-time systems
  • Hands-on experience with nano-positioning systems and precision actuators
  • Deep understanding of control systems and sensor integration

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