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Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.We are seeking an experienced Software Test Engineer II to support theinstrument manufacturing and NPI(new product introduction)development of software for Illumina’s sequencing instruments. This role combines hands-on system testing, technical problem-solving, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to help ensure the quality and reliability of our next-generation sequencing platforms. The ideal candidate thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and brings curiosity, sound technical judgment, and a quality-first mindset to their work.\nThis is primarily amanufacturing floor support engineer as well as ahands-on, system-level software testing role involving physical sequencing instruments, on-market & future NPI. The role emphasizes test design, exploratory testing, execution, troubleshooting,communicatingand collaborating. Coding and test automation skills are valuable but are not the primary focus of the position.\nResponsibilities:\nManufacturing floor supportand troubleshootsoftware, server, cybersecurity, and system-level issues in production and NPI prototype development,evaluating manufacturingNon Conformances\n\nCreate and implement ECO changes to product and manufacturing processesand system configurations\n\nLead projects to resolve trending issues in manufacturing and the field\n\nWork with cross functional teams (Quality, Manufacturing, Development, Regulatory, Supply Chain) to achieve Instrument Manufacturing Operation Goals whilemaintainingComplianceand security requirements\n\nDevelop test strategies, plans, and test cases from product, system, and software requirements.\n\nExecutefunctional, integration, system, and regression tests for software features, serverapplications,and integrations on DNA sequencing instruments.\n\nPerform exploratory testing toidentifydefects, unexpected behaviors, usability concerns, and system-level risks.\n\nOwn software verification activities for assigned features or subsystems, including planning, execution, defect reporting, andresultsdocumentation.\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure software solutions meet user and system needs.\n\nInvestigate defects and perform root-cause analysis in collaboration with software, firmware, hardware, manufacturing, and systems teams.\n\nWork within established software development, quality, andrequirementsmanagement processes for regulated products.\n\nParticipate in requirements, design, and planning activities toidentifyrisks, improve testability, andstrengthenverificationstrategy.\n\nUse approved AI-assisted tools to improve test design, exploratory testing, failure analysis, documentation, and workflow efficiency while applyingappropriate humanreview andcomplying withdata privacy, security, and regulated-product quality requirements.\n\nThe responsibilities listed above are essential but not exhaustive. Individual responsibilities may change based on business needs.\nRequirements:\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.\n\n3+ years of professional experience working in softwaretest, software quality, software systems integration, or a related role.\n\nExperience withfunctional, integration, system, and regression testing.\n\nExperience independently owning feature-level or subsystem-level software verification activities.\n\nStrong troubleshooting and analytical skills, including the ability to isolate failures across software, firmware, hardware, and system boundaries.\n\nFamiliarity with defect tracking and requirements management platforms such as Jira and Jama.\n\nAbility to work regularly with physical instruments in a laboratory environment.\n\nFamiliarity with Linux and Windows OS environments and command-line tools.\n\nFamiliarity with data management and processing via server, single-boardcomputeor compute engines\n\nFamiliarity with production and customer network/IT setup & different configurations that mayimpactinstallation or manufacturing processes\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, with a willingness to learn from and share knowledge with others.\n\nNice to Have:\nFamiliarity with embedded systems, communication protocols, or integrating software with hardware modules.\n\nHas experience developing/executing simple and complex test automation protocols\n\nCybersecurityregulation knowledge and best practices\n\nFamiliarity working in a regulated environment, such as medical devices.\n\nExperience using AI-assisted engineering tools to support software testing, troubleshooting, test documentation, or analysis.\n\nDemonstrates basic scripting or automation experience, such as Python or shell scripting.\n\nProject management skills. Ganttcharttimeline andcriticalpathcalculations,riskassessmentexperience,softwareagile experienceas a scrum lead\n\nHas led technical triaging of issues based on level of effort, frequency, and severity\n\nUnderstands process for developing software requirements\n\nAll listed requirements are considered essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform these functions. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.\nThe estimated base salary range for the Software Test Engineer 2 role based in the United States of America is: $103,000 - $154,600. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long-term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact . To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. 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