System Engineer II

Job description

·  Job facts

The System Engineer II for Roche Sequencing Solutions will be part of the system development team focusing on the development of a cutting edge next-generation sequencing (NGS) software, system for IVD assays and applications. The individual will be part of a team tasked with software integration for automation solutions, as well as systems engineering activities for those automation solutions for the NGS platform.

Experience and Responsibilities:

·  Expertise in all phases of Systems Development in an IVD environment is required.
·  Expertise in system verification and validation/requirement management/risk management is preferred.
·  Understanding of agile development practices, including incremental systems development is desirable.
·  Software background in hardware/software integration including working with software simulators to mimic system integration is desirable.
·  Expertise in any robotic liquid handling instruments such as Hamilton, Tecan, Agilent, etc. is preferred.
·  Strong laboratory proficiency and experience with molecular techniques and concepts is preferred.
·  Expertise in design and development of Molecular Sample Preparation Automation instruments is desirable.
·  Knowledge of all phases of NGS workflows and data analysis is desirable.
·  Strong interdisciplinary (hardware/software/assay) knowhow is desirable.
·  Experience using automated (SW) testing tools to drive systems integration is desirable.

The individual responsibilities are:

·  Works hands-on with a strong software/instrument /platform/assay development background to troubleshoot systems, including robotic liquid handling systems, and automated assay protocols, identify opportunities for quality improvements, provide root causes of complex HW-SW-Assay interaction problems, and communicate test results and corrective recommendations to the team.
·  Works independently with general management direction, conduct hands-on laboratory experiments independently, and apply advanced scientific knowledge to complete assigned tasks and projects.
·  Assesses results for applicability, validity, and conformance to Product Requirements.
·  Summarizes experimental results and reviews conclusions with supervisor/project leader.
·  Keeps supervisor/project leader informed of project status, particularly of significant findings and results in critical problem areas.
·  Works closely with external and internal design teams to understand and resolve product performance issues.
·  Contributes to feasibility and verification test campaigns.
·  Writes test cases and implements and executes them to verify the hardware, software and system performance.
·  Applies Systems Development methodologies in a regulated IVD project.
·  You're someone who wants to influence your own development. You're looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Qualifications:

·  Required BS, MS or equivalent experience in engineering, sciences, or related field with thorough technical knowledge; preferred MS
·  Experience working with software, robotic liquid handling instruments, and strong laboratory proficiency
·  Experience working on development of diagnostic devices under strict IVD design control processes, experimental design, versatile laboratory practice, data analysis, and data and concept presentation.
·  Required BS or equivalent with 2-6 years related experience or MS with 2-3 years related experience; preferred MS with 3+ years related experience

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer.
Technical Development, Technical Development > Medical Device Technology Development

·  Who we are

At Roche, 98,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.