Factory Software Engineer (Somerville)

Department: Manufacturing
Location: Somerville, MA

Join Formlabs if you want to bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to the desktop of every designer, engineer, researcher, and artist in the world. We’re looking for a Factory Software Engineer to define and develop manufacturing and calibration tests for electromechanical hardware and software, supporting new product development.

Our teams develop the mechanical and software components that power our factories worldwide and help bring 3D printers to consumers. You will work on a close-knit team focused on all aspects of factory software development and manufacturing testing, ensuring our products transition smoothly from design to mass manufacturing.

If you are passionate about manufacturing and eager to develop tests and software services used to build thousands of printers worldwide, we want to speak with you!

The Job

• Develop and maintain software tools to support calibration and testing of electromechanical systems across our product lines.
• Manage requirements and set expectations with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully and on time.
• Perform hardware modifications to printers and test setups to facilitate experimental processes.
• Own the test tools ecosystem, including design, validation, documentation, and release.
• Use data science to analyze production lines and provide insights to the operations organization.
• Continuously improve our development and deployment processes to streamline software releases across our global factories.

You

• Have a passion for consistently releasing high-quality software
• Comfortable leading collaborative projects with interdisciplinary engineering teams and delivering results in a fast-paced work environment
• Thrive in a small, highly interactive team where quick decision-making and knowledge sharing are key.
• Strong understanding of software integration with embedded systems, electrical, and mechanical engineering.
• Experienced in using command-line tools and SSH for Linux system development.
• Proficient in Python, SQL, and Linux.

Bonus Skills

• Background in manufacturing, robotics, or electromechanical systems.
• Experience working with manufacturing teams on complex products, including collaborating with 3rd party contract manufacturers and NPI build cycles.
• Experience with C or C++ on microcontrollers.
• Project management experience, with a track record of collaborating with interdisciplinary engineering teams to ensure quality standards.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including an equity program, healthcare coverage, 401K options, paid parental leave, sabbaticals, flexible time off, on-site amenities, professional development, community events, and unlimited 3D prints.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

If you see yourself contributing even if you don't meet every requirement, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Note to recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes forwarded to us will be considered our property and processed accordingly.

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