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The PositionIn this role you will work with a highly collaborative team of imaging scientists, product managers and software developers and build imaging and data analysis algorithms and solutions in the field of Digital Pathology.
You are a technical expert leading Software Development in Test, designing & developing automated software verification for image processing algorithms, pattern recognition and integration with platform software for Roche Digital Pathology products. You will lead and mentor junior engineers and foster software development best practices, test automation, verification and release.
The Opportunity
- Lead the design & development of automated testing of Roche Digital Pathology algorithms
- Collaborate with cross functional leads to align on work scope & release timelines
- Work closely with imaging scientists, subject matter experts to understand the algorithms and perform necessary data analysis for confirming the technical performance specifications and scientific accuracy. Also, troubleshoot failures and report any issues identified.
- Develop reusable and scalable data analysis tools libraries used for component as well as end-to-end verification.
- Become the image analysis subject matter expert and mentor junior engineers within the software test engineering organization.
- Participate in requirements, architecture, and design specification reviews
- Assist in executing dry run and formal verification testing
- Follow defined software development lifecycle procedures and best practices
- Design and implement cloud based solution for automated testing and deployment pipelines
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field is required; master’s or advanced Degrees preferred
- 6 years of directly related experience or equivalent combination is required - equivalent combination of education and experience, with three years of experience for each year of education.
- Related experience desired: Generative AI assistants (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate scripting, debugging, and test generation, experience in ML algorithm test engineering, cloud engineering with AWS, Azure or GCP, Python or equivalent scripting language, Software development in test, test automation frameworks, CI/CD tools, cloud and container management technologies
Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.
- Experience analyzing histopathology images, medical device software or regulated software verification
- Performance testing experience
- Experienced in Agile software development process and software engineering best practices
- Experienced in recruiting, building & coaching high-performing engineering teams
Relocation Benefits are not offered for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is 143,800.00 - 226,368.99 USD Annual Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
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. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
- Six years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with software development in test and test automation frameworks
- Experience with cloud engineering using AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience with Python or an equivalent scripting language
- Experience with CI/CD tools
- Experience with cloud and container management technologies
- Experience analyzing histopathology images, medical device software, or regulated software verification
- Performance testing experience
- Experience with Agile software development and software engineering best practices
- Experience recruiting, building, and coaching high-performing engineering teams
- Master's or advanced degree
- Experience using generative AI assistants such as Claude, ChatGPT, or GitHub Copilot
- Experience in machine learning algorithm test engineering
Roche Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Roche and has not been reviewed or approved by Roche.
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Retirement Support — U.S. materials describe a 401(k) with both matching and an additional company contribution, supported by formal plan documents and true‑up features. This structure is positioned as a standout element of the total package, particularly at Genentech.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off provisions include substantial vacation, a year‑end shutdown, and a paid six‑week sabbatical after six years. These elements indicate a recharge‑oriented approach within the U.S. offering.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health resources alongside well‑being programs. Benefits pages consistently highlight breadth across core health coverage elements.
Roche Insights
What We Do
Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof have made Roche the leader in personalised healthcare – a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible. Roche is the world’s largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology and diseases of the central nervous system. Roche is also the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. Founded in 1896, Roche continues to search for better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and make a sustainable contribution to society. The company also aims to improve patient access to medical innovations by working with all relevant stakeholders. Thirty medicines developed by Roche are included in the World Health Organization Model Lists of Essential Medicines, among them life-saving antibiotics, antimalarials and cancer medicines. Roche has been recognised as the Group Leader in sustainability within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry ten years in a row by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).
