BaySpec,
a San Jose, California based novel analytical instrumentation company is seeking a software engineer for
new product development and new product introduction for advanced miniature spectrometer
products. <\/span><\/span> <\/span>Our existing customer base
spans the traditional areas of portable optical spectroscopy to the newly
developed portable mass spec technology. <\/span>We aim to revolutionize the utility and applications of mass spectrometry
in practical sectors of food safety, agriculture, forensics, clinical
chemistry, security, defense, pharmaceutical and semiconductor industries.<\/span><\/span>
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Job Overview:<\/span><\/b><\/span>
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We are looking for a
passionate individual with a background in scientific instrumentation who has
transitioned into software engineering. The successful candidate will have the
opportunity to be involved with proof -of -concept design, product development, engineering,
and production for a new generation of miniaturized <\/span> <\/span> <\/span>spectrometer instruments.<\/span><\/span> This individual will play a
key role in improving and expanding the functionality of our existing software,
as well as developing custom AI/ML algorithms for spectral deconvolution and
enhancement of detection capabilities for our mass spectrometers.<\/span><\/span>
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Responsibilities:<\/span><\/b>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Improve and expand the functionality of existing
software used in our mass spectrometer products.
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Collaborate with a small multidisciplinary team of scientists
and engineers to design and optimize software solutions for <\/span>novel spectrometers
including mass spectrometers.
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Software coding/development on controlling and driving
instrument systems detector and control electronics.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Develop and implement custom machine learning algorithms for
spectral deconvolution and enhancement of detection capabilities.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Provide technical support and troubleshooting for
software -related issues.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous
improvement of software development processes.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Stay up -to -date with the latest advancements in AI/ML and
their applications in spectroscopy and mass spectrometry.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Contribute
to the design and architecture of next -generation software platforms and tools.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Implement
user -friendly interfaces and features to enhance the usability of our software.<\/span>
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Requirements<\/span><\/b>:
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Bachelor's degree in <\/span>Physical Sciences and Engineering fields or
2 -4 years software engineering experience with bachelor's degree in, including
but not limited to Chemistry, Physics, Electronics & Electrical
Engineering, or other Engineering fields; MS or PhD preferred.
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Strong programming skills in languages such as
Python, C++, or Java.
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Proven experience in developing algorithms for
data analysis and spectral processing.
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Must be a self -starter, critical thinker, and be
enthusiastic about new product development, not just knowing software only. Comfortable
working in a culturally diverse environment
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Familiar with one or more of the following: basic physics and
basic electronics<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Experience with software development best practices,
including agile methodologies and version control systems such as Git.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Ability to adapt to a fast -moving company and dynamic work
environment.<\/span>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Good communications skills in English, both oral
and written for technical documentation and reporting of experimental results. Technical
presentation skills a plus.
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Preferred Qualifications:<\/b>
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Familiarity with mass spectrometry and
spectroscopic techniques.
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· <\/span><\/span><\/span>Knowledge
of signal processing and image processing techniques.<\/span>
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