At Clario, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our eCOA (electronic Clinical Outcome Assessments) solutions play a critical role in advancing clinical research worldwide. As a Lead Software Development Engineer, you will lead teams building scalable, compliant digital products that support global clinical trials. This role blends hands‑on technical leadership with people leadership, architectural influence, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver high‑quality software that improves patient experiences and clinical outcomes.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Provident Fund & Gratuity
Flexible leave plans
Engaging employee programs
Hybrid work environment
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of software applications supporting eCOA solutions and clinical studies
Provide technical direction across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through release and post‑production support
Partner with Product, Design, Quality, and Project Management teams to refine requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions
Own delivery of complex, customized client solutions, balancing timelines, quality, and regulatory compliance
Establish and enforce coding standards, development best practices, and architectural guidelines across the team
Perform code reviews and act as a subject matter expert within critical areas of the codebase
Guide validation, pilot activities, and operational readiness efforts in regulated environments
Ensure adherence to applicable regulations (including ISO and FDA 21 CFR Part 11) and maintain development‑related SOPs and SWIs
Communicate technical decisions, risks, timelines, and scope clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen), tooling enhancements, and process optimization to improve delivery efficiency
Serve as the escalation point for complex technical challenges and critical production issues
Influence long‑term technical strategy and architectural decisions across the eCOA platform
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Software Development Engineers in a collaborative, high‑performing environment
Support career growth through coaching, regular feedback, and development planning
Delegate effectively while maintaining accountability and delivery ownership
Facilitate onboarding, training, and knowledge sharing for new and existing team members
Promote alignment across teams, resolve conflicts constructively, and drive consensus on technical approaches
Balance workloads, manage priorities, and ensure commitments are delivered on time
Act as an escalation point for delivery risks, resource challenges, and team issues
What We Look For
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5–7 years of professional software development experience, with demonstrated technical leadership or mentoring responsibilities
Solid experience with web technologies including JavaScript (ES6) or TypeScript, CSS, XML, and JSON
Proficiency with SQL and database‑driven application development
Familiarity with development and collaboration tools such as Visual Studio, Eclipse, Git, GitLab, TFS, and JIRA
Strong understanding of software development methodologies including Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall
Experience in clinical trials, healthcare, or life sciences technology would be advantageous
Experience developing software in regulated environments (e.g., ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR Part 11) would be advantageous
Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
At Clario, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you’re starting your clinical data career or building long‑term expertise, your work helps bring life‑changing therapies to patients faster.