Applications/Systems Engineer - Pre and Post-Sales

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking an Application Specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to deliver superior application support for the designated portfolio. Work with sales and field service teams to implement global standards, report cases diligently, and identify commercial opportunities while maintaining strong client satisfaction and ongoing stakeholder alignment.

The role requires a Life Sciences or related degree, at least two years in IVD/medical devices, fluent English, and a customer-centric,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Laboratory, Biochemical or equivalent.
• At least two years of practical application experience in IVD or medical device industry.
• Fluent in English language both spoken and written.
• Arabic is a plus, or any spoken language in the market.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a customer-centric mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, consistent application support aligned with evolving client requirements and strategic business objectives.
• Deliver industry-leading support utilizing established systems and methodology to maintain high client satisfaction standards.
• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain robust expertise across all assigned product lines.
• Ensure continuous operational coverage during core and extended hours in accordance with contractual service level agreements.
• Proactively formulate and execute strategic initiatives based on customer satisfaction metrics and ongoing stakeholder feedback.
• Conduct formal system commissioning, technical configuration and user instruction.

Skills

English language

Customer-centric mindset

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Laboratory, Biochemical or equivalent

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

The Application Specialist is responsible for ensuring the delivery of superior application support and an exemplary customer experience. This role encompasses providing comprehensive application and software assistance for the designated product portfolio in close collaboration with sales and field service personnel to deliver high-value service solutions. Additional responsibilities include implementing global Roche application standards, maintaining rigorous case reporting and follow-up protocols, and collaborating with the sales division to identify and capitalize on commercial opportunities.

Your Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, consistent application support aligned with evolving client requirements and strategic business objectives.

Deliver industry-leading support utilizing established systems and methodology to maintain high client satisfaction standards.

Engage in continuous professional development to maintain robust expertise across all assigned product lines.

Ensure continuous operational coverage during core and extended hours in accordance with contractual service level agreements.

Proactively formulate and execute strategic initiatives based on customer satisfaction metrics and ongoing stakeholder feedback.

Conduct formal system commissioning, technical configuration and user instruction.

Who You are:

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Laboratory, Biochemical or equivalent is required. At least two years of practical application experience in IVD or medical device industry. Fluent in English language both spoken and written. Arabic is a plus, or any spoken language in the market. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a customer-centric mindset.

Who we are

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. We believe it's urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients' lives. We are courageous in both decision and action. And we believe that good business means a better world. That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow. We are proud of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. We are many, working as one across functions, across companies, and across the world. We are Roche.