Software Engineer I

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

 We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

 Job Description Summary: We are seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of software solutions for advanced medical diagnostic instrumentation. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate product and system requirements into robust, maintainable, and well-documented software designs and implementations. You will be involved throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements definition, architecture and design activities, coding, testing, troubleshooting, and product verification. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with a strong foundation in software engineering principles, a passion for solving technical challenges, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable software. This individual will work closely with software, systems, and test engineers to develop new functionality, enhance existing products, resolve software defects, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. Success in this role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced development environment. To be successful, you’ll combine strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent communication skills, enabling you to clearly articulate ideas, collaborate across teams, and contribute effectively in a cross-functional environment. You will thrive in a team-oriented culture, value continuous improvement, and be eager to grow your technical expertise while making meaningful contributions to innovative software development projects.

Participate in the design, development, testing, and support of software components and subsystems. Work with the team to establish software requirements, design specifications, and test plans for product verification and validation. Translate requirements into well-structured, maintainable, and documented software designs and implementations. Implement new software functionality and enhancements to existing software products. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects within existing automation and diagnostic systems. Develop and maintain automated unit tests to verify software functionality and reliability. Participate in technical design reviews, code reviews, and software inspections. Monitor progress of assigned work and communicate status, risks, and schedule