Software Engineer Technician - Twist Bioscience

Software Engineer Technician (onsite in Wilsonville, OR)

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer Technician to support and enhance our custom Manufacturing Execution System (MES). This role is ideal for an early-career developer who enjoys solving real-world operational challenges and collaborating directly with end users.

You will work closely with manufacturing teams and a senior System Architect to maintain existing systems, implement enhancements, and gradually modernize components of the MES platform. The role requires both strong technical curiosity and a willingness to engage with users on-site to understand operational workflows.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to learn modern software development practices while delivering practical solutions that directly impact production operations.

Key Responsibilities

System Maintenance & Support

• Maintain and support the existing custom MES platform and related applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues affecting manufacturing operations.
• Monitor system performance and reliability, and implement improvements as needed.

Enhancements & Development

• Design and implement enhancements to improve the functionality, usability, and performance of MES tools.
• Develop and test new features in response to user feedback and operational requirements.
• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to established development standards.

User Collaboration

• Work on-site with manufacturing and operations teams to understand workflows and system needs.
• Translate user feedback into clear technical requirements.
• Deliver solutions that improve productivity, traceability, and data accessibility     

Learning & Technical Growth

• Work closely with the System Architect to learn modern software engineering practices.
• Apply new design patterns, architecture improvements, and development methodologies to ongoing enhancements.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions to improve engineering standards.

Innovation & Problem Solving

• Identify opportunities to improve MES capabilities and manufacturing workflows.
• Propose innovative technical solutions that meet operational needs while maintaining system stability.
• Deliver enhancements efficiently while staying on schedule and aligned with project priorities.

Required Qualifications

• 0–3 years of software development experience.
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar).
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and version control (Git).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical users

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to manufacturing systems, MES, or industrial software environments.
• Familiarity with databases and SQL.
• Experience working with APIs, integrations, or data-driven applications.
• Interest in learning modern architecture patterns, DevOps practices, and system design.

Key Attributes for Success

• Curious and eager to learn from experienced engineers.
• Comfortable working directly with operational teams in a production environment.
• Practical problem solver who can balance innovation with reliability.
• Organized and able to manage tasks to deliver enhancements on schedule

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with real manufacturing systems that directly impact operations.
• Mentorship from an experienced System Architect.
• Opportunity to grow into a mid-level or senior MES/software engineering role.
• Exposure to both software engineering and manufacturing technology environments.

About Twist Bioscience

Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.

At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.

Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.