AXCEND

Job Summary:
Axcend builds innovative micro-flow HPLC systems, enabling scientists to achieve lab-quality results anywhere. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to lead the development and integration of instrument drivers for Chromatography Data Systems, focusing on building robust software for seamless communication between instruments and software platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality instrument drivers for major CDS platforms, including Agilent OpenLab, Waters Empower, and Thermo Fisher Chromeleon.
• Build and maintain desktop interfaces using WPF and backend services or deployment tools using Node.js.
• Manage development and testing environments using VMware to simulate diverse CDS installations and network configurations.
• Create and maintain professional installers for software distribution using Wix Toolset.
• Work closely with hardware engineers and product managers to translate analytical chemistry requirements into technical specifications.
Qualifications:
Required:
• 5–10 years of professional experience in software engineering, preferably within the life sciences, medical device, or analytical instrumentation industries.
• Proficiency with LLMs for both research and coding assistance.
• Strong proficiency in C# and the .NET framework, with extensive experience building complex desktop UIs using WPF (MVVM pattern).
• Direct experience developing for or integrating with OpenLab, Empower, or Chromeleon.
• Proven track record working with ICF (Instrument Control Framework) and RC.NET driver architectures.
• Proficiency in Node.js for tooling, scripting, or auxiliary services.
• Experience using the Wix Toolset for creating Windows Installer (MSI) packages.
• Hands-on experience using VMware for environment isolation and multi-platform testing.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred:
• Real project experience at using a modern agentic AI framework to both build new projects as well as make improvements to an existing codebase. Familiarity with tools, model strengths/weaknesses, and optimizing local vs. cloud LLM usage.
• Assist in the development and debugging of firmware for HPLC instruments and AutoSamplers, working with microcontrollers and FreeRTOS.
• Understanding of HPLC systems, AutoSamplers, or general laboratory automation hardware.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 and GxP compliance requirements in laboratory software.
Company:
Axcend specializes in providing compact capillary liquid chromatography systems. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Provo, USA, with a team of 11-50 employees. The company is currently Early Stage.