Full Time: Systems Engineering Senior

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world‑leading in vitro diagnostics company with award‑winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Join our mission as a Senior Systems Engineer supporting R&D Automation and Middleware. The ideal candidate brings a strong aptitude for developing custom engineering solutions and deep expertise across the full R&D systems lifecycle, while consistently delivering results within project constraints related to schedule, cost, performance, quality, and reliability.

This position will be onsite full‑time in Rochester, NY and will require the ability to travel up to 10% to western Europe, China and Japan.

Contributes to, plans, and implements solutions to technical problems new designs, equipment and process development

Applies extensive technical expertise within one of the following engineering disciplines, and has a working awareness of other related disciplines: Laboratory Automation, Robotics, Informatics, Software, middleware applications, Laboratory Information Systems, Serial and network Communications, Artificial Intelligence and understands the inter‑relationship of multiple disciplines

Ensures the accurate recording of data, according to defined engineering practices and policies, for the making of decisions as

Contributes to output that improve development cycle time, ensure the quality of data analysis, and further the achievement of specific project goals related to critical company objectives

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, math, applied sciences or related field.

Typically requires 5‑7 years of experience with BS or equivalent work experience, or 3 – 5 years with MS or Ph.Experience with Laboratory Automation systems and Clinical‑Chemistry/Immuno‑Assay analyzers

Experience with Middleware Applications or similar Software

Experience with product development tools, Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)

Demonstrated commitment to quality work

Travel 10% (including Western Europe and potentially China/Japan)

Experience with Artificial Intelligence, Genetic algorithms, Large Language Models

Software programming, e.g. Python

Marketing, Design Quality, Regulatory, Clinical Affairs, IT, Global Service Organization, Technical Publication, Supply Chain, Operations and Project Management

Various Automation and Middleware partners in accordance with Business Unit strategy

Provides Statement of Work, Acceptance Criteria, Requirements, input to risk management, test plans and procedures as required

No strenuous physical activity, though occasional light lifting of files and related materials is required. 30% of time in meetings, working with team, or talking on the phone, 70% of the time at the desk on computer, doing analytical work. Travel required. Travel includes airplane, automobile travel and overnight hotel. Most of the work is to be performed in an office‑type open space environment using laptop computers and accessories (sitting or standing). Occasional lifting/carrying of computers and accessories or similar items.

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $115,000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.