Software Development Engineer

Launch Your Career Where Innovation Meets Impact

At Lake Shore Cryotronics, our technologies help scientists explore the frontiers of physics and materials science. From satellites in orbit to superconductors on Earth, your work here can help shape the future of science and technology.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software engineering principles, a passion for clean code, and experience working in agile environments. This role involves full-cycle software development, including design, implementation, testing, and support for both new and existing products. This a full-time, hybrid work opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Software Development & Engineering
  • Write clean, readable, and maintainable code following industry best practices and proven software engineering principles.
  • Apply Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), design patterns, code refactoring, and the Single Responsibility Principle.
  • Develop software primarily using C#/.NET in Visual Studio, with occasional use of VB.NET, Java, or Python.
  • Create intuitive and consistent user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for desktop (Windows Forms/WPF) and mobile (.NET MAUI) applications.
• Agile & DevOps Practices
  • Actively participate in Scrum ceremonies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and related technologies.
  • Utilize Git for version control and adhere to prescribed branching strategies.
• Testing & Quality Assurance
  • Perform software verification and validation, including unit testing and QA testing.
  • Leverage AI technologies to enhance development speed and code quality.
• Embedded Systems & Hardware Integration (as applicable)
  • May develop firmware using C/C++ for embedded hardware in collaboration with electrical engineers.
  • May interface with measurement hardware (e.g., voltmeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators) to test and debug firmware and hardware.
  • Incorporate design for manufacturability principles and contribute to product documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science and engineering or applicable engineering/science curriculum or 4 years' experience in engineering development.
• 0-2+ years of work experience in product design and development.
• Proven experience in software development using C#/.NET and Visual Studio.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Git).
• Experience with embedded systems and hardware testing is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Why Lake Shore Cryotronics?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that develops cutting-edge solutions for aerospace, quantum computing, and physics research.
• Global Impact: Over 60% of our sales come from outside North America. We also work with industry-leading customers like IBM, CERN, Google, and Blue Origin.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside engineers, physicists, and scientists to ensure our products meet the highest quality standards.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Salary expected to start around $85,000-$100,000+ and will be compensatory to one's qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive Insurance Package: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life, short-term and long-term disability.
• 401k Matching: Secure your future with our 401k matching program.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contributions to your HSA.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance starting at 17 days of PTO per year and 12-14 paid holidays.
• Wellness Incentive Program: Stay healthy with our wellness program and enjoy an onsite fitness facility.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your education with our support.
• Career Development: Opportunities for growth and advancement.

About the Company:

Lake Shore Cryotronics, Inc. is a privately owned company with over 50 years of continued growth and profitability. We are an international leader in developing innovative measurement and control solutions, including cryogenic temperature sensors, magnetic test equipment, and metrology systems. Our headquarters is in Westerville, OH, a northeast suburb of Columbus.

Learn more about us at www.lakeshore.com and visit our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

Please Note:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, an E-Verify employer, and a drug and tobacco-free company. This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.