Digital & Automation Integration Engineer - Sr. Principal

Eli Lilly UK

Shang Hai, China
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Software solutions, data pipelines, and apis
Cloud-native integration services and event-driven microservices
Restful/grpc apis and instrument adapters
** Eli Lilly UK is seeking a Senior Principal Digital & Automation Integration Engineer based in Shanghai, China, to modernize laboratory workflows through the integration of automation and digital platforms. The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, business analysis, and collaboration with global teams to develop scalable solutions that enhance laboratory efficiency and compliance. **

Job Summary

  • Lead the design, develop, and maintain software solutions, data pipelines, and APIs that integrate LIMS, ELN, laboratory automation platforms, and analytical instruments into unified digital workflows.
  • Architect and implement cloud-native integration services and event-driven microservices to orchestrate automation system scheduling, sample tracking, and operational data capture in real time.
  • Ensure all integration solutions are designed and deployed in accordance with corporate standards for cybersecurity, system validation (CSV/GxP), data privacy, and regulatory compliance.

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** Eli Lilly UK is seeking a Senior Principal Digital & Automation Integration Engineer based in Shanghai, China, to modernize laboratory workflows through the integration of automation and digital platforms. The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, business analysis, and collaboration with global teams to develop scalable solutions that enhance laboratory efficiency and compliance. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • software solutions, data pipelines, and APIs
  • cloud-native integration services and event-driven microservices
  • RESTful/gRPC APIs and instrument adapters
  • Python with production-quality engineering practices
  • containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes orchestration
  • integrating software systems with laboratory automation platforms

Nice-to-have

  • advanced analytics or algorithm-driven systems
  • complex integration architectures across distributed digital platforms
  • pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar industry experience

Key Requirements

  • MS or BS with 10+ years of experience
  • Strong experience with cloud infrastructure
  • Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes
  • Demonstrated experience integrating software systems with laboratory automation platforms
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Experience designing and building scalable APIs
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools
  • Demonstrated business analysis skills

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