Principal Software Development Engineer In Test

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche in California seeks a Software Test Engineer lead for Digital Pathology imaging algorithms. You will design automated testing and collaborate with imaging scientists, product managers and software developers to verify performance and scientific accuracy.

You will build reusable data analysis tools, mentor junior engineers, participate in reviews, and implement cloud-based deployment pipelines following SDLC best practices. A Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Histopathology image analysis or medical device software experience.
• Performance testing experience in regulated software environments.
• Agile software development processes and best practices.
• Experience in recruiting, building and coaching engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of automated testing for Digital Pathology algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leads to align on scope and timelines.
• Analyze data and confirm technical performance specifications and scientific accuracy.
• Troubleshoot failures and report issues identified.
• Develop reusable data analysis tools for verification.
• Mentor junior engineers within the software test organization.
• Participate in requirements, architecture and design reviews.
• Design cloud-based testing and deployment pipelines.

Skills

Generative AI

Python scripting

Test automation

CI/CD tools

Cloud platforms

Education

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

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD tools

Container tech

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

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 are a technical expert leading Software Development in Test, designing & developing automated software verification for image processing algorithms, pattern recognition and integration with platform software for Roche Digital Pathology products.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of automated testing of 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
• Become the image analysis subject matter expert and mentor junior engineers within the software test engineering organization
• 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
• Design and implement cloud based solution for automated testing and deployment pipelines

Who You Are

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field is required; master’s or advanced Degrees preferred 6 years of directly related experience or equivalent combination is required - equivalent combination of education and experience, with three years of experience for each year of education.

Related experience desired: Generative AI assistants (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate scripting, debugging, and test generation, experience in ML algorithm test engineering, cloud engineering with AWS, Azure or GCP, Python or equivalent scripting language, Software development in test, test automation frameworks, CI/CD tools, cloud and container management technologies.

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.

• Experience analyzing histopathology images, medical device software or regulated software verification
• Performance testing experience
• Experienced in Agile software development process and software engineering best practices
• Experienced in recruiting, building & coaching high-performing engineering teams

Relocation

Benefits are not offered for this job posting.

Benefits

• The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is 143,800.00 - 226,368.99 USD Annual.
• Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
• This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits 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. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

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.