Factory Software Engineer

Factory Software Engineer

Department: Manufacturing
Location: Somerville, MA

To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. 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 play a key role in defining and developing manufacturing and calibration tests for electromechanical hardware and software in support of 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 and related products 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 new product introduction (NPI) build cycles
• Full stack web development, including Javascript/HTML, DevOps, Docker, and microservices
• Experience with C or C++ on microcontrollers
• Project management experience, with a track record of collaborating with interdisciplinary engineering teams to align on quality standards

Our Perks & Benefits:

• Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
• Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
• Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
• Flexible Out of Office Plan - Take time when you need it
• Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
• Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
• Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
• Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
• And of course... unlimited 3D prints

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

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