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Thermo Fisher Scientific hires Software Engineers across its scientific instrumentation, lab informatics, and clinical research platforms. The company has a consistent record of sponsoring work visas for this function, making it a realistic target for international candidates in science and research technology.
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Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies, or increasing productivity in their laboratories, we are here to support them.
DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative R&D team as a Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, where you will design, develop, and sustain control systems focusing on embedded system firmware supporting Thermo Fisher’s cold storage and ultra-low temperature (ULT) product portfolio.
In this hands-on role, you will collaborate with other engineers and technicians to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient, and compliant cold storage solutions. You will partner closely with NPD design leadership and cross functional peers in Product Management, Product Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory to define firmware and electrical systems, maintain traceability, and ensure products meet customer, performance, and regulatory expectations throughout the product lifecycle.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Embedded Controls Development
- Develop controller firmware and HMI designs utilizing both embedded C and C++ / Qt framework for ULT freezers and cold storage platforms.
- Develop performance and qualification test methods, coordinate the implementation of experiments, and evaluate test results.
- Design electrical systems that meet customer requirements, time to market commitments and that are within the target cost of the projects.
- Create modular, scalable, and reusable solutions across multiple product platforms.
Product Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with refrigeration and mechanical engineering teams through all phases of the toll-gate NPD process.
- Work with contract manufacturers to prepare for product builds, and functional testing.
- Support and lead continuous improvement of the software process to produce quality embedded software for our customers.
- Support products manufactured across multiple global facilities.
- Contribute to component, sub-system, and system-level technology roadmaps.
Requirements, Compliance & Traceability
- Lead and participate in formal design reviews including module reviews, architectural reviews and software FMEA.
- Prepare and support the review and release of formal requirements, design, and qualification documentation.
- Ensure systems are designed for compliance to meet regulatory and certification requirements (e.g., UL, IEC, FDA).
People and Culture
- Engage in a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Travel: Up to 10% domestic travel.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
- 5+ years of hands-on experience developing embedded control systems for electromechanical products.
- Expertise in architecting API and microservices utilizing best design practices.
- Experience in firmware and software development for electronic controls.
- Experience analyzing empirical test data to guide design decisions.
- Familiarity with electronic analysis methodologies, associated instrumentation, and technical documentation.
- Familiarity with Lean / PPI methodologies and continuous improvement systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Expertise in C/C++, Python, and JavaScript.
- Familiar with Yocto and platform drivers.
- Mastery of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, RS232, RS485, Wi-Fi, BLE, RFID).
- Deep knowledge of embedded Linux.
- Development with IEC 60601 design practices and other electrical safety standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
- Utilization of development tools such as Confluence, Jira, Git, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Excellent organizational skills in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies, or increasing productivity in their laboratories, we are here to support them.
DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative R&D team as a Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, where you will design, develop, and sustain control systems focusing on embedded system firmware supporting Thermo Fisher’s cold storage and ultra-low temperature (ULT) product portfolio.
In this hands-on role, you will collaborate with other engineers and technicians to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient, and compliant cold storage solutions. You will partner closely with NPD design leadership and cross functional peers in Product Management, Product Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory to define firmware and electrical systems, maintain traceability, and ensure products meet customer, performance, and regulatory expectations throughout the product lifecycle.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Embedded Controls Development
- Develop controller firmware and HMI designs utilizing both embedded C and C++ / Qt framework for ULT freezers and cold storage platforms.
- Develop performance and qualification test methods, coordinate the implementation of experiments, and evaluate test results.
- Design electrical systems that meet customer requirements, time to market commitments and that are within the target cost of the projects.
- Create modular, scalable, and reusable solutions across multiple product platforms.
Product Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with refrigeration and mechanical engineering teams through all phases of the toll-gate NPD process.
- Work with contract manufacturers to prepare for product builds, and functional testing.
- Support and lead continuous improvement of the software process to produce quality embedded software for our customers.
- Support products manufactured across multiple global facilities.
- Contribute to component, sub-system, and system-level technology roadmaps.
Requirements, Compliance & Traceability
- Lead and participate in formal design reviews including module reviews, architectural reviews and software FMEA.
- Prepare and support the review and release of formal requirements, design, and qualification documentation.
- Ensure systems are designed for compliance to meet regulatory and certification requirements (e.g., UL, IEC, FDA).
People and Culture
- Engage in a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Travel: Up to 10% domestic travel.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
- 5+ years of hands-on experience developing embedded control systems for electromechanical products.
- Expertise in architecting API and microservices utilizing best design practices.
- Experience in firmware and software development for electronic controls.
- Experience analyzing empirical test data to guide design decisions.
- Familiarity with electronic analysis methodologies, associated instrumentation, and technical documentation.
- Familiarity with Lean / PPI methodologies and continuous improvement systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Expertise in C/C++, Python, and JavaScript.
- Familiar with Yocto and platform drivers.
- Mastery of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, RS232, RS485, Wi-Fi, BLE, RFID).
- Deep knowledge of embedded Linux.
- Development with IEC 60601 design practices and other electrical safety standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
- Utilization of development tools such as Confluence, Jira, Git, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Excellent organizational skills in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
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Align your stack with lab software domains
Thermo Fisher's software roles frequently support instruments, LIMS platforms, and clinical data pipelines. Highlighting experience with embedded systems, scientific data processing, or regulated software environments puts your profile ahead of generic backend candidates.
Target roles with clear degree requirements
H-1B approval depends on the role qualifying as a specialty occupation. Software Engineer postings that specify a computer science or engineering degree are stronger petition candidates than broadly scoped technology roles that list any technical bachelor's degree.
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Not every Software Engineer listing at Thermo Fisher is open to sponsored candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for visa-sponsoring postings, so you're applying to roles where international hiring is already part of the process.
Prepare for PERM before your H-1B is approved
If you're targeting a Green Card through EB-2 or EB-3, the PERM labor certification is filed with DOL and must demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers were displaced. Starting this conversation with your employer early, ideally before H-1B approval, avoids delays later.
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Does Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsor H-1B visas for Software Engineers?
Yes. Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsors H-1B visas for Software Engineers and has a consistent record of doing so across its science and research technology divisions. To maximize your chances, target roles that specify a computer science or engineering degree requirement, since those roles are more straightforward to classify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards.
How do I apply for Software Engineer jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Apply directly through the Thermo Fisher Scientific careers portal at thermofisher.com/careers. Before applying, use Migrate Mate to identify which open Software Engineer postings are flagged as visa-sponsorship eligible, so you avoid spending time on roles where international candidates are unlikely to be considered. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant scientific or enterprise software experience.
Which visa types does Thermo Fisher Scientific commonly use for Software Engineers?
Thermo Fisher sponsors H-1B visas most commonly for Software Engineers, along with Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3 for longer-term employees. F-1 OPT and CPT are supported for students and recent graduates, and TN visas are available for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying software roles.
What qualifications does Thermo Fisher Scientific expect from Software Engineer candidates?
Most Software Engineer roles at Thermo Fisher require a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field. Experience with enterprise-scale systems, scientific data platforms, or regulated software environments is frequently preferred. For senior roles, familiarity with LIMS, instrument software, or clinical research applications can differentiate your application in a competitive pool.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Software Engineer at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Timeline depends on your current status. If you're on F-1 OPT, your employer needs to file an H-1B petition before April 1 for an October 1 start. Standard H-1B processing runs several months; premium processing through USCIS provides a faster adjudication window. Green Card timelines through PERM are longer and depend on your country of birth and DOL processing queues.
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