Software Tester within RMD System Development (contract)

Roche; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a System Development Software Tester to join a global, cross-functional team responsible for workflow optimization and integration of hardware, software, and reagents for diagnostics instruments.

You will develop and test complex systems, design experiments, create test cases, analyze results, and prepare regulatory documents in English. Proficiency in English and German, plus experience with Windows/Linux and automated testing, are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical or life sciences discipline.
• 1+ year of work experience in diagnostic system development or related field.
• Fluency in English and German.
• Experience in regulated environments (S1/S2 biosafety).
• Strong analytical and interdisciplinary thinking.
• Experience in statistical data analysis.
• Ability to work independently across departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute work packages within the area of responsibility, with reporting and issue escalation to management.
• Set up an automated testing environment and use data analysis tools to provide statistical data to management.
• Work with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Develop and execute test cases from product requirements; track defects and verify fixes.
• Create design history files and other regulatory documents; prepare and present project results.
• Coordinate efforts with hardware, software, consumables, assay, and algorithm development teams.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux OS

Data analysis

TCP/IP

HTTP/SSL

Gateways & Remote Access

Communications protocols

Test case design

Documentation in English

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Technical or life sciences degree

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 Position

In a global and cross-functional environment, the System Development department is responsible for workflow optimization and the successful integration of hardware, software, consumables, and reagents to finally perform the system verification of diagnostics instruments.
As a System Development Software Tester, you will work as a part of a cross-functional team on the development of new complex diagnostics systems consisting of fluidics, robotics software, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and biochemistry elements.
As a Software Testergineer in the new Analyzer Project, your main responsibilities will consist of (but will not be limited to):

• Plan and execution of the work packages within the area of responsibility, including reporting and escalation of issues to the management.

• Experienced with Windows and Linux Operations System

• Know-how in setting up an automated testing environment and familiar in using data analysis tools to provide statistical data to the management

• Experienced in using Network Protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, and SSL)

• Familiar in using Gateways, Firewalls and using Remote Access

• Subject matter expert for Communications protocols between instruments and Laboratory informations systems(LIS). Provide guidance and support to others. Flexibility to transfer knowledge to different tasks/subprojects within SD.

• Experimental design and execution of the experiments in the lab. Creation of Test Cases based on Product Requirements. Execution of Test Cases, analysis of the results, and creation of the respective regulatory documents. Issue tracking and verification of bug fixes/Anomalies.

• Generate required documentation/procedures/technical reports in support of daily activities and be able to author official documents in English ("e.g., Design history Files") for the preparation of milestones. Prepare and deliver presentations of project results to own or other groups.

• Coordinate efforts with other functional areas to accomplish tasks: Hardware-, Software-, Consumables-, Assay-and Algorithm-Development.

Who you are

You’re someone who wants to influence your 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.

To be successful in this role (you provide):

• Degree in a technical or life sciences discipline (e.g., Software- or Electrical Engineering,

• Electronic/Automation, Bio- and Process-Engineering,) or related job experience.

• Minimum 1 years of work experience in the development of diagnostic systems in a System Development or related field
• Ability to work independently, handling cross-departmental development tasks
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English and German
• Strong analytical and interdisciplinary thinking
• Experience in statistical data analysis
• Experience in and willingness to work in a highly regulated industry and labs with biosafety levels S1and S2

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.