Software Developer

Labsphere, Inc. is hiring a Full Stack Software Developer to help build and modernize desktop software used with advanced photonics, industrial, and measurement hardware. The position focuses on connecting applications to instrumentation through a hardware abstraction layer, including lsapi.dll, while reworking core software platforms for long-term maintainability and performance.

Role Overview

This role delivers software solutions that control and interact with Labsphere systems, with many deliverables targeting deployment in a desktop environment. The work includes evaluating legacy systems, defining updated architecture approaches, and building next-generation applications that improve user experience, system performance, and lifecycle sustainability. The role has significant visibility with internal and external stakeholders and requires an on-site presence in North Sutton, NH, with flexibility for some remote work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications that control and interact with Labsphere systems
• Review and interpret user and system requirements
• Build intuitive, reliable software solutions using JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern frameworks
• Design and implement user-facing applications that communicate with and manage hardware systems for measurement, calibration, and data acquisition
• Apply advanced business logic alongside data and file management needs specific to each project
• Reimagine and rebuild key applications with emphasis on modern user experience, improved performance, maintainability, and long-term lifecycle sustainability
• Evaluate legacy systems
• Define updated architecture approaches
• Use lsapi.dll as a foundation for integrating and controlling Labsphere instrumentation
• Manage multiple projects and tasks while contributing technically, balancing engineering best practices with business objectives and timelines

Required Qualifications

• Full stack development experience with JavaScript and TypeScript, with a focus on desktop application development (for example, Electron or similar frameworks)
• Experience designing and building user applications that interface with hardware systems
• Familiarity with integrating and working against native libraries or APIs, including DLLs such as lsapi.dll
• Experience creating intuitive user interfaces for controlling instrumentation, monitoring system state, and visualizing data
• Experience with asynchronous data handling, device communication, and real-time data processing
• Strong understanding of software architecture, system integration, and performance optimization
• Ability to proactively propose and implement practical solutions to technical challenges
• Proven ability to collaborate across engineering, product, and hardware teams
• Ability to make informed technical decisions and assess risk based on available information

Technologies

• JavaScript, TypeScript
• Electron
• lsapi.dll, DLLs
• AI
• Node.js

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred / Desirable Skills

• Experience with Electron, Node.js, or similar desktop application frameworks
• Familiarity with hardware communication protocols (USB, RS-232, TCP/IP, etc.)
• Knowledge of data visualization techniques and tools for scientific or engineering applications
• Experience with C/C++ or .NET interop for working with native libraries
• Understanding of instrument control systems, calibration workflows, or scientific software environments
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and software lifecycle management
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience presenting technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

Compensation and Location

• Location: North Sutton, NH (onsite)
• Pay: USD 105,000 - 145,000 per year

Benefits

• 401(k) with 5% match
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Family leave
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• On-the-job training
• Paid holidays
• Paid jury duty
• Paid military leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Partner benefits
• Prescription drug insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program