Sr. Engineer, Systems Software

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Position Overview

The Senior Systems Software Engineer works with the Systems Development team to design, develop, and test software used in medical devices. Additional responsibilities include the development of internal software tools and databases used in R&D, service, or quality control.

This role requires onsite work in Madison, WI up to 5 days a week. Relocation assistance is provided.

Essential Duties

include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead and participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Translate product requirements and quality system requirements into software specifications and assist in defining the product requirements.
• Lead review and create software design control documents with team input.
• Lead the architecture of software driven systems.
• Document software designs and systems using generally accepted notation such as UML.
• Maintain and improve the performance of existing software.
• Review and debug highly complex software.
• Code complex software applications with associated unit tests.
• Develop test strategies and execute test plans at module/unit and system levels. Develop test plans to ensure that product requirements, quality system requirements, regulatory requirements, and design specifications have been met.
• Create internal software tools to enhance data analysis and data management productivity.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and failures.
• Provide technical leadership.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns to develop their skills. Facilitate training of junior engineers on current software and software development practices.
• Work with external vendors to verify and validate software and hardware platforms.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Apply professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working time.
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to travel approximately 5% of working time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ year of experience following quality system/design control in medical device or related area, and a track record of contributions to successful software launches, from initial concept to customer release.
• Knowledge of the software lifecycle for a medical device.
• Experience in medical device development.

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Salary Range:
$101,000.00 - $172,000.00


The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - WI - Madison on a full-time basis. In addition, this position is bonus eligible.

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

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