Architect

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**About Position:** We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and architecture of a next-generation LC-MS multiplexing platform for analytical instrumentation. The role involves defining real-time, multi-instrument orchestration systems that integrate instrument control software, device drivers, scheduling engines, and regulated data management solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C , .NET, device communication protocols, real-time systems, and analytical instrument platforms, with a proven track record of building scalable, reliable, and compliance-ready software solutions in regulated environments. * **Role: Architect** * **Location: Pune** * **Experience: 12 Years** * **Job Type: Full-Time Employment** **What You'll Do:** * As a Solution Architect, you will lead the design and development of advanced instrument orchestration platforms that enable real-time coordination between multiple analytical instruments while ensuring performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Based on and related architecture documents. Define end-to-end architecture for multi-instrument orchestration and LC-MS multiplexing platforms. * Design scalable, modular, deterministic, and high-performance software systems for instrument control. * Architect and guide development using C , .NET/C#, and modern software engineering practices. * Develop hardware abstraction layers (HAL) to support HPLC systems, mass spectrometers, valves, and peripheral devices. * Lead device driver and communication framework development across USB, Ethernet, Serial (RS232/RS485), and CAN interfaces. * Design real-time scheduling engines, workflow orchestration, and event-driven architectures for timing-critical operations. * Establish low-latency communication mechanisms and synchronization across multiple instruments and devices. * Ensure data integrity, auditability, electronic records management, and compliance with GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 standards. * Architect fault-tolerant systems with robust error handling, recovery workflows, and device failure management. * Collaborate closely with product management, firmware, hardware, and software engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. * Mentor senior engineers, conduct architecture reviews, and drive technical standards, best practices, and design governance. * Drive technical decision-making throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through deployment and validation **Expertise You'll Bring:** * We are seeking a highly experienced Solution Architect with deep expertise in instrument control software, real-time orchestration systems, device communication, and regulated software environments. * The ideal candidate will bring strong technical leadership, system architecture capabilities, and hands-on experience building end-to-end hardware-software integrated platforms. * 12-18 years of experience in software architecture, instrument software development, or technical leadership roles. * Strong expertise in modern C (C 11/14/17) for instrument control, device communication, and real-time systems development. * Hands-on experience with C#/.NET, WPF, or modern UI frameworks for orchestration, workflow management, and enterprise applications. * Proven experience designing scalable, modular, distributed, and real-time software architecture. * Strong understanding of multi-threading, concurrent programming, synchronization, and performance optimization. * Experience developing instrument control software, hardware abstraction layers (HAL), and device communication frameworks. * Expertise in communication protocols including TCP/IP, USB, Ethernet, RS232/RS485, CAN, and related device interfaces. * Solid knowledge of event-driven architecture, state machines, workflow orchestration, and scheduling algorithms. * Experience designing fault-tolerant, reliable systems with recovery mechanisms and error-handling strategies. * Knowledge of GxP-regulated environments, 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, audit trails, electronic records, and software validation practices. * Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills across hardware and software layers * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and mentoring abilities, with experience leading senior engineering teams. * Preferred experience in analytical instrumentation, laboratory automation, chromatography, LC-MS, HPLC, GC, medical devices, or industrial automation domains. * Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Electronics \& Telecommunication, Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Advanced degrees (M.Tech/MS) in Software Systems, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Computer Engineering are preferred. * Relevant certifications in Software Architecture, System Design, Embedded Systems, or Cloud Technologies will be an added advantage. **Benefits:** * Competitive salary and benefits package * Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications * Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies * Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards * Annual health check-ups * Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents **Values-Driven, People-Centric \& Inclusive Work Environment:** Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds. * We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. * Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physic