Software Development Engineer

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Gruppe; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks a Software Developer in Test to join their imaging team. The role involves developing testing frameworks and collaborating with experts to ensure the performance of Digital Pathology solutions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Python and software development processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with Python or equivalent scripting language.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in software development in test.
• Experienced in Agile software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated testing suite & framework for Roche Digital Pathology algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross functional leads to align on work scope & release timelines.
• Develop reusable and scalable data analysis tools libraries.

Skills

Python

Test Automation

CI/CD

Cloud Management

Agile Development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering or related field

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

A healthier future It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

In this role you will work with a highly collaborative team of imaging scientists, product managers and software developers and build imaging and data analysis algorithms and solutions in the field of Digital Pathology. You will be a technical expert for Software Development in Test and work alongside team members focused on software verification of image processing algorithms, pattern recognition and integration with platform software.

The Opportunity:

• Develop automated testing suite & framework for Roche Digital Pathology algorithms

• Collaborate with cross functional leads to align on work scope & release timelines

• Work closely with imaging scientists, subject matter experts to understand the algorithms and perform necessary data analysis for confirming the technical performance specifications and scientific accuracy. Also, troubleshoot failures and report any issues identified.

• Develop reusable and scalable data analysis tools libraries used for component as well as end-to-end verification.

• Participate in requirements, architecture, and design specification reviews

• Assist in executing dry run and formal verification testing

• Follow defined software development lifecycle procedures and best practices

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Biomedical engineering or related field or equivalent work experience

• 5+ years of professional experience with Python or equivalent scripting language

• 5+ years of hands on experience in software development in test, test automation frameworks, CI/CD tools, cloud and container management technologies

• Experienced in Agile software development process and software engineering best practices

• Experienced in recruiting, building & coaching high-performing engineering teams

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Preferred:

• 2+ years of experience in algorithm test engineering and analyzing histopathology images

• Experience in Performance testing

• Experience in medical device software or regulated software verification

Relocation benefits are not available for this position

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.