Sr. Automated Systems Engineer

About the role

The role is responsible for assisting the director and managers of Business Applications in improving the efficiency of business applications by designing and implementing programming-based solutions to the business applications portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development of processes, specifications, configurations, validation, qualification, implementation plans and protocols for the implementation and maintenance of system upgrades and modifications, as well as maintain related documentation.
• Responsible for technical reviews of solutions proposed by peers and vendors, ensuring alignment with enterprise IT standards.
• Mentors and coaches Automated Systems Engineers.
• Responsible for understanding data models, application design, and software integration.
• Writes complex SQL queries to aid in analysis, development, and support activities.
• Independently develop software solutions using SQL, LUA, Python, APIs, or middleware to optimize interoperability between business applications.
• Provides Tier 2/3 support and troubleshooting for business applications.
• Works cross-functionally with multiple departments to troubleshoot and resolve business application and system issues to ensure maximum availability for operations.
• Adheres to all applicable Quality, Regulatory, or other standards requirements and follows appropriate SOPs, protocols, and documentation requirements.
• Participate in on-call rotation and assist with after-hours issues, troubleshooting, or implementations, as required.
• Responsible for internal training programs on automation best practices, regulatory compliance, and system design.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, life science, business management, or related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in design, programming and/or scripting languages, database design, and communication techniques.
• Expertise and proven experience in the development of various software solutions.
• Certification in SQL querying or equivalent.
• Certification(s) in coding / scripting language or equivalent.
• Certification in Mobile application design and development experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of IT system lifecycles and change management.
• Fluency with software validation as it relates to Blood Establishment Computer Systems (BECS) and 21 CFR Part 11 preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously with very limited supervision.
• Proven success in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with demonstrated interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with all levels of management.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to travel up to 30% via airplane or vehicle (if applicable).
• Please note: This position is an in-office role and requires on-site attendance five days per week. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position.