Systems Engineer II

Motion Recruitment; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC is seeking a Senior System Engineer II to join the End-to-End Solution Integration Chapter supporting Next-Generation Diagnostic Solutions.

In this hands-on role, you will support feasibility, development, and integration of complex multidisciplinary systems spanning sample preparation, library preparation, molecular detection technologies (e.g., qPCR, digital PCR, sequencing), and bioinformatics/data processing pipelines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related industry experience.
• Experience with instrument and software troubleshooting.
• Experience with cloud-based systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system integration activities across end-to-end workflows, instruments, software, and data pipelines for next-generation diagnostic solutions.
• Contribute to requirements definition, defect management and system testing.
• Design and execute verification and validation test cases to ensure comprehensive coverage of requirements.
• Analyze test results for accuracy, validity, and relevance to requirements.
• Report issues, troubleshoot, and perform root cause analysis.
• Contribute to system documentation, including requirements, specifications, integration plans, and verification results.
• Identify and lead opportunities for workflow simplification, automation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

Java

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software/Systems/Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Title: Systems Engineer II

Description: Description: Interview process: 1. phone 2 in-person interview

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior System Engineer to join our End-to-End Solution Integration Chapter supporting Next-Generation Diagnostic Solutions. In this hands-on role, you will support feasibility, development, and integration of complex multidisciplinary systems spanning sample preparation, library preparation, molecular detection technologies (e.g., qPCR, digital PCR, sequencing), and bioinformatics/data processing pipelines.

This role is ideal for a systems-minded engineer with direct industry experience in diagnostic workflows, strong system troubleshooting skills, and a solid engineering background.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct system integration activities across end-to-end workflows, instruments, software, and data pipelines for next-generation diagnostic solutions.
• Contribute to requirements definition, defect management and system testing.
• Design and execute verification and validation test cases to ensure comprehensive coverage of requirements.
• Analyze test results for accuracy, validity, and relevance to requirements.
• Report issues, troubleshoot, and perform root cause analysis.
• Contribute to system documentation, including requirements, specifications, integration plans, and verification results.
• Identify and lead opportunities for workflow simplification, automation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• MIN years of exp: 5+ years of related industry experience.
• Proven instrument and software troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with cloud-based systems is desirable.
• Experience developing in-vitro diagnostic products is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Scripting/programming experience (eg, Python, Java) is a plus.

Work Location

• Onsite position based in Pleasanton | 5 days per week (9am-6pm - flexible due to the business needs)

Who You Are

You are a fast learner who thrives at the interface of biology, technology, and data. You want to translate complex scientific workflows into reliable, scalable system solutions. You are collaborative, curious, and driven to make an impact across diverse disciplines, and are comfortable operating as an individual contributor with broad cross-functional influence.