Software Tester within RMD System Development (contract)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 1, 2025. Roche scores A on the Alion truth index.
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The Position
The Position
(Please note that this vacancy is currently not linked to an open position. We are anticipating future needs in our organization. If you are interested in this kind of role, please apply today and we may contact you should a position matching your profile become available.)
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.